49--PULLER,BEARING CUP
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 30 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia, is soliciting offers for a puller, bearing cup—a mechanical tool used to remove bearing cups from assemblies. This falls under broader supply support for naval weapon systems and maintenance operations.
The item is classified under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 4910, which covers miscellaneous maintenance and repair shop specialized equipment. NAICS code 334419 applies to other electronic component manufacturing, though in this context it likely reflects the manufacturing or supply of specialized mechanical/electromechanical tools and components for defense applications. Bearing pullers are essential maintenance tools used in industrial and military settings to service machinery, vehicles, and weapon systems without damaging components.
This is a straightforward procurement for a specific physical item rather than services or construction. See the solicitation for exact technical specifications, quantity requirements, and delivery terms.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038327QPA03 |
| NAICS | 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 30, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open competition with no set-aside, meaning all responsible offerors regardless of business size or socioeconomic status may submit bids. Large businesses, small businesses, and non-traditional defense contractors are equally eligible.
Small businesses should note that while this specific opportunity is not set aside, NAVSUP and the broader Navy industrial supply base maintain active small business engagement. If your firm manufactures or distributes mechanical tools, maintenance equipment, or aerospace/industrial bearings and associated tooling, this may align with your capabilities.
To bid, your firm must be registered in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) and have any required NATO Commercial and Government Entity (NCAGE) codes or DLA Troop Support qualifications if specified in the solicitation. See the solicitation for specific buyer qualifications, past performance requirements, or approved manufacturer/source restrictions.
How to put together a competitive bid
For an open-competition parts procurement like this, price and delivery typically drive award decisions under simplified acquisition procedures or commercial item protocols.
Technical compliance: Obtain the full solicitation to identify the exact National Stock Number (NSN), drawing specifications, material requirements, and any qualified products list (QPL) or qualified manufacturers list (QML) constraints. Bearing cup pullers for military use often require specific dimensions, load ratings, and finishes.
Pricing strategy: Research historical prices for similar FSC 4910 items through SAM.gov's Contract Opportunities archive or FPDS data. NAVSUP WSS Philadelphia frequently awards single-item mechanical tools on a lowest-price technically acceptable basis.
Delivery schedule: Propose realistic but competitive lead times. The Navy prioritizes readiness; shorter delivery windows may offset marginally higher pricing in best-value evaluations.
Packaging and marking: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) shipments require precise military packaging standards (MIL-STD-2073). Account for these costs in your proposal.
Past performance: If your firm lacks direct Navy experience, highlight comparable commercial aerospace, industrial, or other DLA supply contracts.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number N0038327QPA03 to review specifications, quantities, and clauses.
Confirm your SAM registration is active and your representations and certifications are current.
Note the firm deadline: November 30, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are inadmissible in NAVSUP competitive procurements.
Submit questions through the SAM.gov solicitation Q&A function if any requirements are unclear; allow adequate time for agency response before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →