59--JUNCTION BOX
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Thu, 19 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support activity in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania is soliciting offers for junction boxes. Junction boxes are electrical enclosures used to house wiring connections, protect splices, and manage cable routing—common requirements in naval vessels, aircraft, and shore facilities. The classification code 5975 indicates this falls under electrical hardware and supplies rather than complete systems. See the solicitation for specific quantities, technical specifications, and delivery requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010423QFD03 |
| NAICS | 332710 — Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 19, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources with no set-aside restriction. Under NAICS 332710, eligible offerors typically include manufacturers and machine shops capable of fabricating precision metal components to military specifications. Businesses do not need special small-business certifications to compete.
To be competitive, your firm should demonstrate:
- Experience with MIL-SPEC electrical enclosures or similar fabricated metal products
- Quality certifications appropriate to defense manufacturing (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, or NADCAP as relevant)
- Ability to meet any government inspection and source inspection requirements common to NAVSUP procurements
- Past performance references for similar federal or commercial work
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirements fully. Junction boxes for naval applications typically must meet exacting standards for corrosion resistance, electromagnetic interference shielding, and environmental sealing. See the solicitation for the specific military specification or commercial item description, dimensional drawings, and material requirements. Request clarifications early if specifications are unclear.
Evaluate your manufacturing capacity. NAICS 332710 covers precision machining and fabrication. Assess whether you can produce the required quantities within the delivery schedule. NAVSUP WSS contracts often involve Just-in-Time delivery expectations or small-lot releases against indefinite-delivery vehicles.
Price strategically. As a full and open competition, expect pricing pressure from established defense contractors and larger machine shops. Build your cost model carefully—include material costs (aluminum, stainless steel, or coated steels common for marine environments), machining time, finishing processes, testing, and any subcontracted operations. Review wage determinations if the contract is subject to the Service Contract Labor Standards or Davis-Bacon Act, though manufactured products typically fall under the Walsh-Healey Public Contracts Act minimum wage requirements.
Prepare compliant proposals. Navy solicitations typically require specific certifications, representations, and past performance documentation. Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active and complete. Verify your DUNS/UEI and CAGE code information matches your proposal exactly.
Address supply chain risks. Specify your sources for raw materials and any critical components. With extended delivery timelines into 2026-2027, material availability and price volatility should factor into your offer validity period and any Economic Price Adjustment clauses.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010423QFD03. The complete package will contain the statement of work, specifications, delivery schedule, contract clauses, and evaluation criteria. Note the firm response deadline of November 19, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—Navy contracting offices strictly enforce deadlines with limited exceptions. Submit questions through the designated contract specialist listed in the solicitation well before the deadline to allow time for written responses.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →