70--INTERFACE UNIT,DATA, IN REPAIR/MODIFICATION OF
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Fri, 30 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia, is soliciting to repair or modify an interface unit for data systems. This falls under Federal Supply Classification 70 (Automatic Data Processing Equipment, Software, Supplies and Support Equipment), with a specific classification code of 7E20.
Interface units in defense applications typically serve as connection points between different data systems, translating signals and protocols so that disparate equipment can communicate. Repair and modification work on these units often involves troubleshooting electronic failures, replacing damaged components, updating firmware, or adapting hardware to interface with newer systems. This type of sustainment work is critical for maintaining operational readiness of legacy naval systems, as replacing entire units with new production models is frequently cost-prohibitive or impossible due to obsolescence.
NAICS code 333998 covers "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing," which includes the manufacturing and servicing of specialized industrial machinery not classified elsewhere—including various electronic and electromechanical equipment used in defense applications.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038326QFC05 |
| NAICS | 333998 |
| Set-aside | None |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—there is no small business set-aside designated, meaning large businesses may compete alongside small businesses. Contractors registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with the appropriate NAICS code in their profile may submit offers. Given that the deadline and posting date are the same, this appears to be either a posted placeholder or an amendment; bidders should verify current status and any previously submitted proposals.
Firms with experience in defense electronics repair, depot-level maintenance, or modification of automated data processing equipment will be most competitive. Familiarity with military standards for electronics repair (such as MIL-STD-2000 or IPC-A-610 for soldering) and prior Navy or NAVSUP contractual experience would strengthen a bid. Small businesses without these credentials may consider subcontracting relationships or joint ventures to enhance technical credibility.
How to put together a competitive bid
For repair and modification work on data interface units, emphasize your technical approach to diagnostics and repair. Detail how you will identify root causes of failures, your process for component-level repair versus module replacement, and your capability to source obsolete or hard-to-find parts—often a decisive factor for legacy military electronics.
Address quality assurance and testing protocols specifically. NAVSUP WSS contracts typically require rigorous acceptance testing; describe your environmental stress screening, functional testing under naval operating conditions (temperature, humidity, shock/vibration), and configuration management for modified units.
Include past performance references from similar repair contracts, particularly with DoD or other federal agencies. Highlight any experience with the exact FSC 70 equipment or comparable interface units.
For this unfunded requirement with no set-aside, pricing strategy is critical. Review historical prices for similar NAVSUP WSS repair contracts if available. Consider whether your pricing reflects the technical risk of modification work, which often exceeds straightforward repair. Document your basis of estimate thoroughly.
Submit through the designated electronic portal, likely NAVSUP's procurement system or designated SAM.gov endpoint—see the solicitation for specific instructions.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0038326QFC05 to obtain the complete statement of work, deliverables schedule, inspection and acceptance criteria, and exact submission procedures. Given the October 30, 2026 response deadline, verify whether this date has passed or represents a current active requirement before investing proposal resources.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →