28--BLADE,TURBINE ENGIN, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Mon, 16 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support activity in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania is soliciting offers for repair and/or modification work on turbine engine blades. This falls under federal supply classification 2835, which covers aircraft engine components and accessories. See the solicitation for the specific quantities, technical requirements, and any applicable military specifications or commercial item descriptions governing the work.
Turbine engine blade repair is specialized aerospace maintenance work typically involving non-destructive inspection, coating reapplication, dimensional restoration, and heat treatment processes. The work requires adherence to strict Federal Aviation Administration and military engineering standards given the critical safety and performance demands of turbine engine components. Contractors in this space generally need Nadcap (National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program) accreditation for special processes and AS9100 quality management certification.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QUC49 |
| NAICS | 333611 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 16, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open competition with no small business set-aside. All responsible sources, including large businesses and small businesses, may submit offers.
Your firm should be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and have the appropriate North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code, 333611 (Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing), in your SAM profile. Past performance references in aerospace component repair or similar military maintenance work will strengthen your position.
Given the technical nature of turbine engine blade repair, the government will likely evaluate experience with specific engine platforms, certified repair processes, and quality systems. If you are a small business without direct blade repair experience, consider whether you qualify as a subcontractor to a prime or should pursue this as part of a joint venture or mentor-protégé arrangement.
How to put together a competitive bid
For aerospace repair work, focus your proposal on these elements:
Technical capability: Detail your Nadcap-accredited processes relevant to blade repair (e.g., heat treatment, welding, coating, machining). List applicable equipment, facility certifications, and any OEM approvals or military technical data rights. If you hold AS9110 (aerospace maintenance) or AS9100 certification, highlight this prominently.
Quality assurance: Describe your inspection capabilities, including fluorescent penetrant inspection, magnetic particle inspection, and dimensional verification methods. Explain traceability systems for lot control and serialization.
Past performance: Cite similar contracts for turbine engine component repair, ideally for military customers. Include contactable reference customers, contract values (if releasable), and performance metrics such as quality acceptance rates and on-time delivery.
Pricing strategy: Repair work often involves uncertain scope. Determine whether the solicitation calls for firm-fixed-price, cost-plus, or time-and-materials arrangements. See the solicitation for the pricing structure and any government-furnished equipment or material arrangements.
Small business considerations: With no set-aside, small businesses compete directly against established defense contractors. Differentiate through specialized expertise, lower overhead, or exceptional past performance on niche repair processes.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010426QUC49. The response deadline is November 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—note this is over a year from the posted date, which may indicate a multi-year requirement or extended acquisition timeline. Verify the place of performance, delivery requirements, and any presolicitation conference or site visit opportunities in the full document. Submit questions through the contracting officer listed in SAM.gov well before the deadline to allow time for amendments if needed.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →