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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, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support organization in Mechanicsburg is soliciting offers for a carrier, weapons—a piece of equipment used in the handling, transport, or storage of naval weapons systems. This falls under NAICS code 333998, which covers "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing." Products in this NAICS classification typically include industrial machinery and equipment not classified elsewhere, such as specialized material handling equipment, custom industrial components, and other general-purpose machinery for defense and industrial applications.

Given NAVSUP WSS's role as the Navy's primary provider of weapon system logistics support, this carrier likely supports surface ship or submarine weapons handling operations, though see the solicitation for precise technical specifications and intended end-use.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open competition with no set-aside program specified. Any responsible business—small or large—may submit an offer, provided they meet the standard federal contracting requirements:

• SAM.gov registration active at time of award
• Ability to meet any required security clearances or ITAR compliance given the weapons-related nature of the requirement
• Proper NAICS code representation (333998) in SAM registration
• Demonstrated past performance in manufacturing similar industrial or defense machinery

Small businesses should note that without a set-aside, they compete directly against large defense contractors. However, NAVSUP WSS maintains active small business programs, and first-time vendors may benefit from contacting their small business liaison if subcontracting opportunities exist.

How to put together a competitive bid

For manufacturing solicitations under NAICS 333998 with no set-aside:

Technical proposal: Emphasize your engineering and manufacturing capabilities for custom or low-volume industrial equipment. NAVSUP WSS prioritizes reliability and traceability in weapons support equipment—detail your quality management system (AS9100 or ISO 9001 certification if held), inspection protocols, and configuration management.

Pricing strategy: Research historical pricing for similar NAVSUP mechanical equipment solicitations. The government typically evaluates on lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) or best value criteria for such items; see the solicitation for the specific scheme. Include all costs: tooling, first article inspection, packaging for naval supply chain transport, and any long-lead materials.

Compliance attention: Weapons-related carriers likely trigger ITAR/EAR restrictions—confirm your export control registration status and state it explicitly. Address any Mil-Spec or MIL-STD requirements referenced in the full solicitation.

Past performance: If new to NAVSUP WSS, cite comparable DoD or critical industrial machinery contracts. Include Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) experience if applicable.

Delivery and logistics: NAVSUP Mechanicsburg supports global fleet distribution; clarify your ability to meet any specified delivery schedules and packaging requirements for defense supply chain integration.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QQA05—all technical specifications, deliverables, evaluation criteria, and clause specifications reside there.

2. Confirm your SAM.gov registration is current and includes NAICS 333998.

3. Note the firm deadline: November 9, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are inadmissible in federal sealed bidding.

4. Contact NAVSUP WSS Mechanicalsburg directly if clarifications are needed; use the solicitation's listed contracting officer for official inquiries.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →