66--PANEL,TEST,ELECTRIC
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, is soliciting offers for panels used for electrical testing — specifically items classified under National Stock Number (NSN) category 6625, which covers electrical and electronic properties measuring and testing equipment. These test panels are typically used to diagnose, calibrate, or verify electrical systems and components in military applications, often in maintenance and repair settings for naval vessels, aircraft, or support equipment.
This is a supply procurement for a standardized item rather than a services contract. The panel likely serves as an interface or control surface for conducting specific electrical diagnostics, though see the solicitation for exact technical specifications and required configurations.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QBA44 |
| NAICS | 334412 — Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted) |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Note on NAICS: The assigned NAICS code 334412 differs somewhat from the product description, as it technically classifies bare printed circuit board manufacturing rather than finished test equipment assembly. Offerors should verify in the solicitation whether this is correct and whether the procurement involves circuit boards as a component or if the NAICS assignment reflects the manufacturing process involved.
Who can bid
This is an unrestricted solicitation with no small business set-aside, meaning any responsible source may bid — including large businesses, small businesses, and nontraditional defense contractors. Small businesses are not excluded, but they will compete directly against larger firms without procurement preferences.
Given the NAICS code 334412, potential bidders likely include:
- Manufacturers of printed circuit boards and electronic assemblies
- Defense contractors with experience in military-standard (MIL-STD) electronics
- Firms with past performance supplying NSN 6625 items or similar test equipment to DLA or Navy customers
No specific certifications or socioeconomic qualifications are indicated in the metadata, though see the solicitation for any security clearance, quality system (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100), or MIL-STD compliance requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
For unrestricted electronics supply procurements to the Navy, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: NAVSUP WSS procurements typically require strict adherence to military specifications. Obtain the full technical data package referenced in the solicitation, verify your manufacturing capability against every parameter, and document any equivalency proposals clearly if offering a non-exact item.
Past performance: Highlight direct experience supplying NSN items, particularly to NAVSUP, DLA, or other DoD customers. Include Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs), quantities, and delivery performance data.
Pricing strategy: Unrestricted competitions against large businesses demand aggressive, realistic pricing. Analyze historical pricing for this NSN through FPDS or GSA Advantage if available. Consider whether your overhead structure allows competitive pricing at likely volume levels — see the solicitation for exact quantities.
Quality assurance: Be prepared to demonstrate traceability, lot control, and testing protocols. Military customers frequently require source inspection or first article approval; the solicitation will specify.
Delivery certainty: NAVSUP WSS emphasizes supply chain reliability. Propose realistic delivery dates and explain your production capacity and component sourcing strategy, especially for any long-lead items.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QBA44
- Review all attachments for technical specifications, quantity, packaging requirements, and evaluation criteria
- Verify the NAICS code against your firm's primary business and SAM registration
- Note the firm deadline: November 6, 2026, 4:30 PM Eastern — late submissions will not be considered
See the solicitation for complete requirements, clauses, proposal instructions, and evaluation factors.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →