31--BEARING, BALL, DX
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy is soliciting offers for ball bearings. This procurement falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 3110, which covers bearings, antifriction, unmounted. Ball bearings are precision-engineered components that reduce friction between moving parts in rotating equipment such as engines, pumps, motors, and various mechanical systems. They are essential maintenance and repair items throughout naval weapon systems and platforms.
NAICS 332991 corresponds to "Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing." Companies in this industry manufacture various types of bearings including ball bearings, roller bearings, and bearing parts. For defense applications, these components typically must meet stringent military specifications (MIL-SPEC) and quality standards.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QEH59 |
| NAICS | 332991 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside, meaning businesses of any size may bid. However, small businesses—including those matching standard SBA size standards for NAICS 332991—are eligible and encouraged to compete.
Prospective bidders should verify their bearings meet any applicable military specifications. NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support typically manages spare parts and repair items for naval aviation and maritime systems, so familiarity with defense logistics processes is advantageous. See the solicitation for any specific registration requirements in SAM.gov, past performance criteria, or technical qualifications.
How to put together a competitive bid
For bearing manufacturing and supply contracts, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: Review the full solicitation for precise dimensions, material specifications, load ratings, and applicable military or industry standards (e.g., ABEC ratings, MIL-PRF references). See the solicitation for exact technical requirements.
Quality assurance: NAVSUP WSS maintains strict quality requirements for weapon system components. Ensure your quality management system is documented and any required certifications (such as ISO 9001 or AS9100 if specified) are current. See the solicitation for required quality certifications.
Traceability and counterfeit prevention: Defense bearing contracts typically require detailed material traceability, country of origin documentation, and counterfeit avoidance measures per DFARS 252.246-7007. Maintain chain-of-custody records for all raw materials and components.
Pricing strategy: Analyze historical pricing for similar FSC 3110 items in your market research. For full and open competition, price competitiveness is critical against both large manufacturers and foreign suppliers (if eligible).
Past performance: Prepare documentation of prior bearing deliveries to defense or commercial aerospace applications, including on-time delivery rates and quality acceptance history.
Next steps
Access the complete solicitation N0010426QEH59 on SAM.gov to review technical specifications, delivery requirements, packaging standards, and all terms and conditions. Note the firm response deadline of November 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time—late submissions are typically not accepted for NAVSUP procurements. Register or verify your SAM.gov entity registration is active before preparing your offer.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →