58--TELEPHONE, 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, 23 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, is soliciting for work related to telephone equipment repair and modification. The subject line indicates this is for equipment under Federal Supply Classification 58, which covers telephone and telegraph equipment. Based on the NAICS code, this work involves manufacturing and repair services for telephone apparatus.
NAICS 334210 refers to Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing, an industry that includes the manufacture, modification, and repair of wireline and wireless communication equipment. For federal contracting purposes, this code covers businesses that produce or service telephone switching and transmission equipment, facsimile equipment, modems, and related communication infrastructure.
NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support serves as the U.S. Navy's primary provider of supply chain management for aviation and maritime weapon systems. Their Mechanicsburg location handles procurement and logistics support for a wide range of military equipment and services.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QUA12 |
| NAICS | 334210 |
| Set-aside | None listed (open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 23, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—no small business set-aside applies, so large businesses may also compete. However, small businesses registered under NAICS 334210 remain eligible and are encouraged to participate. To bid, you must be registered in SAM.gov, have an active DUNS/UEI number, and possess any required security clearances or facility certifications that the full solicitation specifies.
Telephone apparatus repair and modification for military applications typically demands compliance with military specifications (MIL-SPEC) and may require familiarity with legacy military communication systems. Past performance with Defense Department contracts, particularly NAVSUP or Naval Air Systems Command, strengthens a bidder's position.
How to put together a competitive bid
Without the full solicitation, specific technical requirements remain unclear—see the solicitation for precise equipment descriptions, quantities, and performance standards. However, competitive bids in this category generally succeed by addressing several core elements:
Technical capability: Detail your facility's repair stations, test equipment calibrated to military standards, and technician certifications for telephone and communication gear. If you specialize in specific manufacturers or military versions of commercial equipment, highlight that expertise.
Quality systems: NAVSUP typically requires AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management certification. Verify your certifications are current and include scope coverage for repair services.
Past performance: Prepare documentation of similar Navy, Army, or Air Force telephone/communication equipment contracts. Include Contracting Officer references and performance ratings from CPARS or past PPQs.
Pricing strategy: Open competition against large businesses often means price competitiveness matters heavily. Analyze your material costs, labor rates, and overhead against historical NAVSUP pricing for 334210 work if available through FPDS. Consider whether your small business status offers any subcontracting advantages even in full-and-open competition.
Packaging and delivery: Military repair contracts frequently specify particular preservation, packaging, and marking requirements (MIL-STD-2073). Confirm your capability to meet these if required.
Next steps
Access the complete solicitation N0010427QUA12 on SAM.gov immediately. Review all technical exhibits, the statement of work, and any drawings or specifications attached to the notice. Pay close attention to:
- The exact telephone equipment types and National Stock Numbers involved
- Whether this is a single award or multiple award contract
- Any mandatory site visits or pre-bid conferences
- Small business subcontracting plan requirements if applicable to your size
Note the firm deadline of November 23, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. NAVSUP solicitations typically do not accommodate late submissions. Allow ample time for SAM.gov system registration verification and proposal upload. Submit questions through the SAM.gov solicitation Q&A function to ensure timely Contracting Officer responses.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →