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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 Navy is soliciting offers for circuit card assemblies, a type of printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing work. Circuit card assemblies combine bare circuit boards with electronic components—such as integrated circuits, resistors, capacitors, and connectors—to create functional electronic modules. These assemblies are used throughout military weapons systems and equipment, where reliability and precision are critical.
NAICS 334412 classifies this as bare printed circuit board manufacturing, though in practice the work typically encompasses both bare board fabrication and assembly of populated circuit cards. For defense applications, this work generally requires compliance with rigorous quality standards including IPC-A-610 (acceptability of electronic assemblies) and various military specifications for workmanship and component traceability.
Because this is a NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support requirement, the circuit card assemblies likely support sustainment of existing naval weapons platforms—sparing, repair, or recapitalization of electronic systems rather than new developmental programs. NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg serves as the Navy's primary inventory control point for aviation and weapon system material.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QYAF9 |
| NAICS | 334412 (Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open with no small business set-aside, meaning businesses of any size may compete. However, circuit card assembly for defense applications carries significant barriers to entry that favor established suppliers:
- Security clearance requirements: Facility clearances and personnel clearances may apply depending on the system's classification; see the solicitation for specifics.
- Quality certifications: Defense PCB work typically requires ISO 9001, AS9100 (aerospace), or compliance with MIL-PRF-31032 (PCB performance specification).
- ITAR registration: International Traffic in Arms Regulations apply to defense-related manufacturing; registration with DDTC is mandatory.
- DFARS compliance: The contract will incorporate Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clauses, including specialty metals restrictions, counterfeit parts prevention (DFARS 252.246-7007), and supply chain traceability.
Small businesses with existing defense electronics capabilities may find opportunities here, but new entrants should assess certification timelines and infrastructure investments against the solicitation deadline.
How to put together a competitive bid
Analyze the technical requirements carefully. Circuit card assembly solicitations specify board materials (e.g., FR-4, polyimide, Rogers), layer counts, minimum trace/spacing, surface finishes, and assembly densities. See the solicitation for the exact technical data package.
Verify your manufacturing envelope. Ensure your equipment can handle the board sizes, layer counts, component packages (BGAs, QFNs, through-hole), and any conformal coating or potting requirements. First article testing and qualification may be required.
Address obsolescence and DMSMS. Defense electronics often involve obsolete or diminishing manufacturing source components. Propose proactive component engineering and alternate sourcing strategies. NAVSUP particularly values sustainment-focused suppliers.
Price for the total lifecycle. Include not just unit production costs but engineering support, sparing recommendations, repair loop management, and data deliverables. The Navy typically values long-term contract stability over lowest unit price.
Submit a complete proposal package. For unrestricted competitions, emphasize past performance on similar defense electronics programs, manufacturing throughput, and on-time delivery rates.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation N0010426QYAF9 on SAM.gov using the search tools or direct links from contract opportunity notifications. Verify all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation factors in the complete document. Note the firm response deadline of November 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are inadmissible in sealed bid competitions. Confirm whether electronic or physical submission is required, and register early in any required government systems to avoid last-day technical failures.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →