17--ACTUATOR,ASSY,CROV,, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia is soliciting offers for repair and modification services for an actuator assembly used in carrier recovery operations—specifically associated with carrier-based aircraft arresting gear systems (commonly referenced by the CROV designation). This is a sustainment contract supporting naval aviation infrastructure rather than new production.
Actuator assemblies in arresting gear systems are critical safety components that absorb kinetic energy from landing aircraft. Repair and modification work on these components typically involves disassembly, inspection, non-destructive testing, component replacement, reassembly, and testing to meet original equipment manufacturer specifications or naval engineering standards. Given the flight-deck application, this work likely requires adherence to stringent Navy qualification and certification requirements for aircraft launch and recovery equipment.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038326RPC71 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is full and open competition with no set-aside program indicated. Any responsible offeror—regardless of business size—may submit a bid. However, NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) has a Small Business Administration size standard of 1,500 employees. Small businesses meeting this standard should evaluate whether to compete directly or pursue subcontracting relationships.
Prospective bidders should anticipate severe qualification barriers: arresting gear actuator repair typically requires Navy approval as an authorized repair source, existing technical data packages, specialized handling capabilities for large hydraulic/mechanical assemblies, and demonstrated experience with MIL-STD or Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) quality systems. First-time entrants without established NAVSUP or NAVAIR relationships face significant hurdles.
Small businesses with existing Depot Level Repairable (DLR) experience or those currently on NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support contracts for similar landing gear or catapult components are best positioned.
How to put together a competitive bid
Given the specialized nature of this work and full-and-open competition likely attracting established defense contractors:
Verify source approval status: Contact NAVSUP WSS Philadelphia directly to confirm whether your facility holds—or can obtain—approval as an authorized repair source for this specific actuator assembly. This is often prerequisite to award regardless of price.
Obtain technical data: Determine if the solicitation includes technical manuals, engineering drawings, and repair specifications. If not, assess costs and timeline to acquire through Freedom of Information Act requests or direct Navy channels.
Demonstrate past performance: Emphasize comparable DLR repair work, particularly for aircraft carrier-based equipment, catapult components, or other NAVAIR-managed systems. Include quality metrics, turnaround times, and customer references.
Price strategically: Repair/modification solicitations often use hourly labor rates with material estimates or firm fixed-price per-unit pricing. Analyze whether the government's estimated quantity or ceiling appears in the solicitation document—see the solicitation for actual structure.
Address packaging and shipping: Actuator assemblies for arresting gear are substantial; include costs for specialized crating, freight, and Navy-designated shipping instructions.
Certifications: Ensure current ISO 9001 or AS9100 registration, any specific NAVAIR supply chain certifications, and validated DCMA or Navy cognizant quality representative arrangements.
Next steps
Download the complete solicitation package from SAM.gov using solicitation number N0038326RPC71. Review all attachments for technical requirements, delivery schedules, inspection criteria, and specific place-of-performance instructions not captured in the metadata. Note the firm deadline of November 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time—NAVSUP typically does not accept late submissions. Consider contacting the contracting officer listed in the SAM.gov posting with questions about source approval requirements before investing substantial bid preparation resources.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →