70--TRANSFER UNIT,PROGR, 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: Mon, 16 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support in Philadelphia, is soliciting for repair or modification services for a programmable transfer unit. This falls under FSC 70 and PSC 7E20, which covers automatic data processing equipment, software, supplies and support equipment.
NAICS 333998 refers to "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing," a classification that includes various industrial machinery and equipment not elsewhere classified. The Navy's Programmable Transfer Units are specialized pieces of equipment used in weapons systems support, typically involving automated data handling or transfer functions within naval systems.
The work involves repair and modification rather than new manufacture, meaning contractors will be restoring existing units to operational condition or upgrading their capabilities.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038326RHA98 |
| NAICS | 333998 |
| Set-aside | None (Full and Open Competition) |
| Response deadline | November 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside designation, meaning businesses of any size may bid. There are no socioeconomic restrictions such as Small Business, HUBZone, SDVOSB, or 8(a) preferences applicable based on the metadata.
To compete, your firm must:
- Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov)
- Hold an active UTV (Unique Entity ID)
- Have applicable NAICS 333998 in your SAM profile
- Possess the technical capabilities for military electronics repair and modification
- Demonstrate experience with Navy-unique requirements or comparable defense work
Firms should be prepared to meet NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support quality standards for depot-level repair and modification of mission-critical systems.
How to put together a competitive bid
For repair and modification solicitations in the defense industrial base, focus on these elements:
Technical capability documentation. Describe your repair station certifications, clean room facilities, test equipment, and technician qualifications specific to programmable logic controllers or military avionics/data transfer equipment.
Past performance. Cite contracts for similar Navy, Air Force, or Army depot repair work. NAVSUP WSS prioritizes contractors with demonstrated performance in the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program or comparable environment.
Quality management. Emphasize your AS9100 or ISO 9001 certification, Navy repair facility approvals, and traceability procedures for serialized components in weapons systems.
Pricing strategy. For repair work, structure your proposal to show:
- Firm fixed pricing for standard repairs
- Not-to-exceed ceilings for modifications requiring engineering evaluation
- Material handling fees and government-furnished equipment procedures
Small business considerations. Though not set-aside, small businesses should highlight their flexibility and responsiveness. Consider subcontracting arrangements with OEMs or larger defense primes if you lack specific technical data rights.
Next steps
Download the full solicitation N0038326RHA98 from SAM.gov immediately. The complete RFP contains the statement of work, technical data packages, inspection requirements, and specific deliverables not available in the notice metadata.
Critical deadline: All proposals must be submitted by November 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Allow adequate time for SAM.gov technical submission issues.
Verify whether place of performance requirements, security clearances, or government-furnished equipment arrangements apply by reviewing the solicitation documents directly.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →