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ADAPTER,COMPRESSED

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Mon, 19 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Department of the Navy is soliciting bids for an adapter, compressed, a metal component used in compressed gas or fluid systems. Based on the NAICS code and item classification, this is a manufactured metal fitting or connector that adapts between different thread types, sizes, or connection standards in pressurized systems.

Adapters in this category are common across naval weapon systems, shipboard machinery, and support equipment where compressed air, hydraulic fluid, or gases must move between components with incompatible connection interfaces. See the solicitation for exact specifications, material requirements, pressure ratings, and intended end-use application.

This procurement flows through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, the Navy's lead organization for weapons system logistics and spare parts support. Mechanicsburg is NAVSUP WSS's primary site for industrial and mechanical system support.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation has no set-aside, meaning it is open to all responsible bidders regardless of business size or socio-economic status. Small businesses compete directly with large manufacturers.

To bid, you must:

• Register in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active status
• Have or obtain the required NAICS code (332420) in your SAM profile
• Demonstrate capability to manufacture or supply metal pressure fittings meeting military/dimensional specifications
• Be prepared to comply with defense acquisition regulations, including DFARS clauses

Small-business considerations: With no set-aside protecting this opportunity, competitive pressure from established defense suppliers will be intense. However, small manufacturers with niche capabilities in precision metal fabrication or existing Navy vendor relationships should not self-exclude. Past performance on similar deliverables and quality certifications (ISO 9001, AS9100, or NIST SP 800-171 for cybersecurity) may differentiate your offer.

How to put together a competitive bid

Source-certified products: NAVSUP WSS typically requires parts conforming to military standards (MIL-STD, MS, or AN specifications) or technical data packages. See the solicitation for the specific standard this adapter must meet. If manufacturing to print, verify you can obtain or recreate the technical data package.

Understand the supply chain: Compressed system adapters often require specific alloys (brass, stainless steel, aluminum) with defined pressure ratings. Confirm material availability and lead times before pricing—supply constraints in specialty metals can erase margins.

Price strategically: Full-and-open Navy spare parts procurements often draw multiple bids. Research comparable historical awards through USAspending.gov or FPDS to benchmark pricing. Factor in Small Business status even without set-aside; some source selection frameworks apply price evaluation preferences.

Quality systems matter: NAVSUP WSS maintains strict receiving inspection. Non-conforming parts are rejected at the contractor's expense. Document your inspection processes, calibration records, and lot traceability procedures in your proposal if requested.

Shipping and packaging: Defense shipments require specific labeling, Military Shipping Labels, and often barcoding per MIL-STD-129. Calculate these costs precisely.

Next steps

Download the complete solicitation package from SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010426QQC65. Review all drawings, specifications, and clause attachments before committing resources to a bid.

The response deadline is October 19, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Allow ample time for SAM technical validation and any required solicitation amendments. Late submissions are not accepted in Navy sealed bid procedures.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →