17--NRP,FLAT PANEL DISP, 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: Tue, 20 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support in Philadelphia, is soliciting offers for repair and modification of NRP (Not Reparable This Station) flat panel displays. This falls under the broader category of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services.
Flat panel displays in military contexts are critical avionics components used in aircraft cockpits and mission systems. When equipment is designated NRP, it indicates the item cannot be repaired at the local maintenance level and must be sent to a specialized depot or contractor facility. The work likely involves component-level troubleshooting, refurbishment, software updates, and testing to return displays to serviceable condition.
NAICS code 336413 classifies this as "Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing," though in this context the government is procuring sustainment services rather than new production. The Federal Supply Classification 1730 corresponds to "Airframe Structural Components," though the specific application to avionics displays suggests the classification may reflect the end system rather than the component itself.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038326QLA38 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | None — full and open competition |
| Response deadline | October 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice — see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside, meaning businesses of any size may submit offers. However, small businesses remain eligible to compete.
Given the specialized nature of military avionics repair, favorable bidders typically possess:
- Existing defense contracting experience, particularly with the Navy or other military aviation programs
- Appropriate security clearances or the ability to obtain personnel clearances (see the solicitation for requirements)
- AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality certifications standard in aerospace/defense work
- Capabilities in avionics repair, reverse engineering, or legacy system sustainment
Small businesses with these qualifications should evaluate whether they can meet any past performance, technical capability, or facility requirements outlined in the full solicitation. Businesses without prior defense contracting experience may consider pursuing this as a subcontracting opportunity with a prime contractor.
How to put together a competitive bid
For depot-level avionics repair contracts, focus your proposal on:
Technical approach: Detail your repair processes for flat panel displays, including diagnostics, component sourcing for obsolete parts, testing protocols, and environmental stress screening. Address how you handle configuration management and engineering change proposals.
Past performance: Emphasize contracts with comparable scope—avionics repair, NRP processing, or military sustainment. Include Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) approval of your quality system if applicable.
Pricing strategy: Repair contracts often use cost-plus or firm-fixed-price arrangements. Analyze whether to propose fixed per-unit pricing, time-and-material rates, or a hybrid structure. See the solicitation for the specific contract type.
Small business considerations: With no set-aside, you compete directly with large defense contractors. Differentiate through specialized expertise in legacy avionics, faster turnaround times, or superior engineering support. Consider whether a teaming arrangement with a larger firm strengthens your technical proposal while preserving small business participation credit for subcontracting plans.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using identifier N0038326QLA38 to obtain the statement of work, delivery requirements, contract type, and evaluation criteria.
Note the deadline carefully — responses are due October 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Allow adequate time for SAM.gov registration, document preparation, and electronic submission.
Verify facility and security requirements in the solicitation, as avionics repair typically requires controlled environments and may involve classified or export-controlled technical data.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →