CIRCUIT CARD ASSEMB
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Wed, 28 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Navy is soliciting bids for circuit card assemblies, which are printed circuit boards populated with electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, and connectors. These assemblies are used in military weapon systems and other defense equipment. The specific application for these circuit card assemblies is not disclosed in the notice metadata; see the solicitation for technical specifications, quantities, and intended end-use systems.
Circuit card assembly work under NAICS 334412 falls within the broader semiconductor and related device manufacturing sector. It typically requires capabilities in surface-mount technology (SMT), through-hole soldering, quality control testing, and compliance with military specifications such as MIL-STD-881 or IPC standards. For defense applications, this work often involves stringent traceability, counterfeit component mitigation, and搞不好 lifetime buy considerations for obsolete parts.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (Mechanicsburg) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QQB83 |
| NAICS | 334412 (Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 28, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—no small-business set-aside applies. Large businesses, small businesses of any socioeconomic category, and eligible foreign entities (where permitted under defense acquisition regulations) may compete.
For small businesses, this creates both opportunity and challenge. Competition will likely include established defense contractors with existing Navy relationships and approved supplier status. However, small manufacturers with relevant certifications and niche capabilities in circuit card assembly for legacy military systems may still be competitive on price, technical approach, or delivery schedule.
Minimum eligibility requirements likely include: registration in SAM.gov; a valid CAGE code; compliance with NIST SP 800-171 for cybersecurity if handling controlled unclassified information; and applicable quality certifications such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or IPC-A-610/J-STD-001 depending on the solicitation's specifications. See the solicitation for any additional requirements regarding facility clearances or specific manufacturing qualifications.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical landscape. Request or review the detailed specification (likely included as an attachment or accessible through the solicitation documents) to determine whether the card assemblies are for active production programs, spare/repair parts, or legacy system sustainment. Legacy military electronics often face obsolescence challenges—proposing alternatives with form-fit-function equivalency or offering long-term storage solutions can differentiate your bid.
Address supply chain and counterfeit risk. NAVSUP places heavy emphasis on counterfeit electronic parts avoidance. Document your supplier vetting processes, use of authorized distributors, and compliance with DFARS 252.246-7007 and 252.246-7008. If you operate an ERAI membership or use GIDEP for parts alerts, highlight this.
Price strategically for full-and-open competition. Without a set-aside, expect aggressive pricing from larger competitors. Focus on total evaluated price—including any packaging, handling, or shipping to Navy depots—rather than unit price alone. Consider whether the solicitation allows for economic price adjustment clauses given long-lead electronic components.
Demonstrate past performance. Navy evaluators heavily weight demonstrated success with similar defense electronics contracts. If you lack direct Navy experience, cite commercial aerospace, medical device, or other high-reliability electronics work with comparable quality standards.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov by searching solicitation number N0010426QQB83. Review all attachments, specifications, and provisioning requirements carefully. Note that responses are due by 4:30 PM Eastern Time on October 28, 2026—late submissions will not be considered. Given the technical complexity of circuit card assemblies for weapon systems support, allow adequate lead time for engineering review, supplier quote requests, and proposal preparation.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →