36--GENERATOR,AIRCRAFT,, 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: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia, is soliciting offers for repair and modification work on aircraft generators. This falls under the broad category of aircraft electrical power system maintenance, where contractors typically disassemble, inspect, test, recondition, and modify generator units to meet military specifications and return them to serviceable condition.
NAICS code 333998 covers "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing," a classification that includes the manufacture and servicing of specialized industrial and military machinery components not classified elsewhere. Aircraft generator repair work under this NAICS often involves precision mechanical and electrical work, including rewinding, bearing replacement, housing refurbishment, and performance testing to strict aerospace standards.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038326RLB18 |
| NAICS | 333998 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice metadata |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside designation, meaning all responsible businesses—regardless of size or socioeconomic status—may compete. This includes small businesses, large businesses, veteran-owned firms, women-owned firms, and other categories. However, small businesses should carefully assess whether they can meet the technical, quality, and capacity requirements for military aircraft generator repair, which often demands specialized equipment, certified personnel, and established defense contracting experience.
Given the NAVSUP WSS Philadelphia customer, prior experience with military aviation logistics support or Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) repair programs is typically advantageous. Contractors generally need appropriate security clearances, adherence to military specifications (such as MIL-STD or AS9100 quality standards), and capability to manage government-furnished equipment if applicable.
How to put together a competitive bid
For aircraft generator repair and modification work, prospective bidders should focus on demonstrating proven technical competence in aerospace component overhaul. Specific competitive elements typically include:
- Technical proposal depth: Detail your repair processes, testing protocols, traceability systems, and turnaround times. Include past performance on similar military or commercial aerospace generator programs.
- Quality certifications: Highlight current AS9100 certification, NADCAP accreditation for relevant processes, and any existing Department of Defense approvals or Qualified Manufacturer List (QML) status.
- Facility and equipment: Describe specialized test stands, balancing equipment, environmental chambers, and other capabilities specific to generator overhaul. Navy repair contracts often require verification of equipment calibration and maintenance records.
- Pricing strategy: Develop detailed cost breakdowns showing labor rates (often by skill level), material costs, overhead, and fee. For repair work, understand whether the government seeks fixed-price, cost-plus, or time-and-material arrangements—see the solicitation for the contract type.
- Past performance documentation: Prepare Contractor Performance Assessment Reports (CPARs) or equivalent references from comparable contracts, particularly with DLA or military service depots.
Without set-aside protection, small businesses must compete directly with established aerospace repair contractors. Consider subcontracting arrangements or joint ventures if capability gaps exist, but verify any such arrangements comply with solicitation requirements.
Next steps
Download and review the complete solicitation N0038326RLB18 on SAM.gov immediately. The full document will contain the statement of work, delivery requirements, precise place of performance, contract type, evaluation criteria, and all mandatory proposal instructions. Note the firm deadline of November 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET—late submissions will not be considered. Plan for system registration, any required representations and certifications, and proposal assembly time well in advance of this deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →