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BUSHING,SLEEVE

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Navy is soliciting bids for bushings and sleeves, components commonly used in mechanical assemblies to reduce friction, align parts, or serve as spacers or bearings. These items fall under NAICS 332991, which covers Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing—a subsector of fabricated metal products that includes manufacturing plain bearings, bushings, and similar precision mechanical components.

This procurement is being handled by NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, the Navy's primary logistics and supply chain organization for weapon system readiness. NAVSUP WSS manages spare parts and sustainment for naval aircraft, ships, and weapons systems, so these bushings and sleeves likely support ongoing maintenance, repair, or overhaul operations for military equipment.

Specific technical requirements—such as dimensions, materials (bronze, steel, composite), tolerances, or applicable military specifications—see the solicitation.

Key facts

Who can bid

This is a full and open solicitation with no set-aside, meaning businesses of any size may compete, including large manufacturers. However, small business concerns registered under NAICS 332991 should examine their size standard to confirm eligibility for any related small business programs.

To bid, you must:

• Be registered in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) with active registration through the award period
• Have the NAICS 332991 listed in your SAM profile
• Meet any security clearance, quality certifications, or defense contractor requirements specified in the full solicitation—common for NAVSUP WSS awards due to the criticality of parts for weapon systems
• Demonstrate capability to manufacture to military or aerospace specifications if required (MIL-DTL, ASTM, SAE, or OEM standards)

Manufacturers with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management certifications typically have competitive advantage in this market. Companies with existing Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) or Navy supply contracts may have established approval processes that speed award.

How to put together a competitive bid

For precision mechanical components like bushings and sleeves in an open Navy competition:

Pricing strategy: Research historical prices for comparable NSN items through DLA's Internet Bid Access System (IBAS) or FPDS-NG data. Open competitions often attract experienced defense suppliers; underbidding without understanding costs risks loss or non-performance.

Technical compliance: Closely review the item description, drawings, and specifications in the solicitation. Small dimensional deviations or incorrect material certifications commonly disqualify bids. If first article inspection or sample approval is required, account for lead time and cost.

Past performance: NAVSUP WSS evaluates contractor history with similar items. Document on-time delivery rates, quality scores, and any prior Navy or DLA contracts.

Source of supply: Identify whether you will manufacture in-house or subcontract. Disclose subcontracting plans if required; excessive subcontracting without manufacturer role may disadvantage your bid.

Packaging and marking: Defense contracts require specific military preservation and packing standards (MIL-STD-2073). Non-compliance can cause rejection after award.

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation immediately on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010426QND68
2. Download all attachments—drawings, specifications, and clauses—to assess technical feasibility
3. Note the deadline: Responses are due November 2, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time; late submissions are not accepted
4. Submit questions through SAM.gov if technical requirements are unclear, allowing time for agency response before finalizing your bid

View the official notice on SAM.gov →