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ACCELEROMETER,MECHA

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Fri, 27 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting offers for accelerometers. These are mechanical or electromechanical devices that measure proper acceleration—forces associated with weight as experienced by a body at rest relative to the device. In defense applications, accelerometers typically support weapon systems, navigation platforms, inertial guidance systems, or equipment monitoring and condition-based maintenance programs.

This is a supply procurement rather than a service contract, meaning the government seeks to purchase tangible items that meet defined technical specifications. The classification code 6610 (Accelerometers, Mechanical) confirms this falls under the federal supply classification for instruments and laboratory equipment.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is open to all responsible sources; no small business set-aside is indicated in the available metadata. Both large and small businesses meeting the NAICS 334511 standards may compete. If your business manufactures or distributes accelerometers or related navigation and guidance instruments, you are likely eligible.

Companies with experience supplying to Defense Logistics Agency or Navy systems may have advantages in understanding packaging, marking, and quality assurance requirements. Small businesses should verify whether any subsequent amendments establish a set-aside, as this sometimes occurs after initial posting.

How to put together a competitive bid

For mechanical accelerometer procurements from NAVSUP WSS, focus on these elements:

Technical compliance: Obtain the full specification—likely MIL-PRF, MIL-STD, or a detailed item description—and confirm your product meets all physical, electrical, and environmental requirements. Pay particular attention to sensitivity ranges, temperature ratings, shock resistance, and calibration certificates.

Quality assurance: NAVSUP WSS typically requires compliance with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems. Be prepared to submit your quality manual, past inspection data, and any relevant source inspection requirements. First Article Testing may be required; see the solicitation for specific clauses.

Traceability and counterfeiting prevention: Defense accelerometer procurements increasingly require detalied supply chain documentation. Document your manufacturer, any distributors, and lot traceability back to the original component producer.

Past performance: Prepare references from comparable defense or aerospace supply contracts, especially involving inertial instruments or Navy weapon systems support.

Pricing strategy: Analyze historical pricing for similar NSN items if available. Factor in Special Packaging Instructions (SPI), which NAVSUP often mandates for electro-mechanical instruments.

Small business considerations: Without a set-aside, you compete directly with large manufacturers. Differentiate through specialized expertise, responsive delivery, or sole-source manufacturer relationships.

Next steps

Download the complete solicitation package from SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010426QNE28. Review all technical specifications, clauses, and attachments carefully—these contain mandatory requirements not reflected in metadata. Note the firm response deadline of November 27, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time; NAVSUP WSS deadlines are typically strict with limited allowance for late submissions. Consider submitting questions through SAM.gov's Q&A function if specifications require clarification, allowing adequate time for agency response before deadline pressure builds.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →