16 - FMS REPAIR - COUPLING, DRIVE SHAF
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Wed, 18 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia, is soliciting offers for repair services related to coupling and drive shaft components for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs. The work involves industrial valve manufacturing-level repair capabilities, as indicated by the NAICS classification. FMS repair contracts support U.S. allies and partner nations by maintaining or restoring functionality of defense equipment, meaning contractors will likely be handling components intended for international military end users rather than direct U.S. fleet use. See the solicitation for specific technical requirements, quantities, and exact repair standards.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038327QF152 |
| NAICS | 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | November 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—no small-business set-aside applies. Large and small businesses alike may compete, including those in the aircraft parts manufacturing and repair sector. FMS repair work typically requires contractors to meet stringent quality assurance and security requirements, potentially including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance due to defense-related exports. Contractors should verify whether they hold or can obtain necessary registrations, such as DDTC registration for ITAR-controlled technical data and hardware. Small businesses without prior FMS experience should assess whether they can meet any Foreign Military Sale-specific contractual clauses, which may differ from standard domestic repair contracts.
How to put together a competitive bid
For FMS repair solicitations under NAICS 336413, focus your proposal on technical capability demonstration. The Navy evaluates repair contracts heavily on proven processes, turnaround times, and quality metrics rather than lowest price alone.
- Emphasize repair-over-manufacture expertise: Highlight experience with component-level refurbishment, non-destructive testing, and reverse engineering where original specifications may be degraded
- Address FMS-specific requirements: Detail your capacity to handle international shipping documentation, customs coordination, and foreign government customer liaison—capabilities that distinguish FMS contractors from standard repair shops
- Present certified quality systems: AS9100 or NADCAP certifications are frequently expected in aircraft parts repair; cite current certifications with expiration dates
- Document traceability systems: NAVSUP WS&S demands rigorous part marking, documentation, and chain-of-custody protocols for FMS items
- Price strategically without set-aside protection: In full-and-open competition, incumbent experience and established testing infrastructure often outweigh marginal price differences; invest accordingly in technical narrative
See the solicitation for exact evaluation factors, past performance requirements, and any mandatory site visit or sample submission provisions.
Next steps
Read the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0038327QF152. Confirm all amendments, verify place of performance, and note that responses are due November 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Given the FMS nature of this requirement, allow additional lead time for any required ITAR or export compliance documentation that must accompany your proposal.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →