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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Mon, 16 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Navy is soliciting proposals for caps and valves through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg. These are physical items falling under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 4820, which covers valves and related hardware used in fluid control systems. In defense applications, this typically includes components for shipboard systems, aircraft, or shore-based support equipment where reliable fluid management is critical.

NAICS 332919 classifies this as "Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing," covering establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing metal valves, pipe fittings, and related components not classified elsewhere. Products in this category range from pressure relief valves and control valves to specialized caps and fittings for industrial, marine, or military use.

Given NAVSUP WSS's role as the Navy's primary logistics support organization, these items likely support weapon systems life-cycle management—either as spare parts for operational readiness or as consolidated inventory for fleet distribution.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open with no small business set-aside, meaning businesses of any size may compete. However, registration and compliance requirements still apply:

• SAM.gov registration must be active and complete
• NAICS 332919 must appear in your SAM profile (or you must demonstrate capability)
• Any required defense or security clearances for facility access, if specified in the solicitation
• ISO or military quality standards commonly expected for defense-critical hardware (AS9100, MIL-SPEC compliance, etc.—see the solicitation for exact requirements)

Small businesses remain eligible and should not assume larger competitors have automatic advantage—NAVSUP WSS awards many contracts to small manufacturers with proven quality systems and competitive pricing.

How to put together a competitive bid

For valve and fitting manufacturing solicitations, focus on these bid elements:

Technical compliance: Specify materials (bronze, stainless steel, exotic alloys if required), pressure ratings, temperature ranges, and dimensional standards. Military applications often require exact interchangeability with existing systems—see the solicitation for any first-article testing or qualification requirements.

Quality assurance: Detail your inspection processes, material certifications, and traceability systems. NAVSUP typically requires rigorous documentation for critical application items.

Past performance: Reference similar defense contracts, especially Navy or maritime valve supply. Include performance metrics like on-time delivery rates and quality acceptance scores.

Pricing strategy: For full-and-open competitions, price matters, but "lowest priced technically acceptable" is common. Ensure your cost build includes all testing, packaging (often MIL-STD-129/130), and special marking requirements.

Delivery and packaging: Defense distribution centers have strict packaging and labeling rules. Factor compliance costs precisely.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation N0010426QNF04 on SAM.gov immediately—posted October 19, 2026. The response deadline is November 16, 2026, at 4:30 PM EDT, leaving approximately four weeks for proposal preparation.

Confirm whether the solicitation includes drawings, specifications, or a quantities list not visible in metadata. Check for any pre-bid conference or questions deadline that may precede the final response date. If technical data packages are required, request them early to assess manufacturing feasibility.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →