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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: Thu, 22 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Navy is soliciting for circuit card assemblies through its Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapons Systems Support organization in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Circuit card assemblies (also known as printed circuit board assemblies) are electronic components consisting of printed circuit boards populated with integrated circuits, resistors, capacitors, and other electronic components. These assemblies are foundational to military electronics, commonly used in weapons systems, communications equipment, navigation systems, and avionics.

NAVSUP Weapons Systems Support serves as the Navy's primary provider of logistics and material support for weapons systems, which means these circuit card assemblies likely support operational readiness for naval aircraft, ships, or submarines. The 5998 classification code confirms this falls under electrical and electronic equipment components not otherwise classified.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open competition with no set-aside program indicated, meaning any responsible business (large or small) can bid. However, the NAICS code 334412 corresponds to "Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing" with a Small Business Administration size standard of 500 employees. Small businesses meeting this standard should certainly consider competing.

Domestic manufacturers have significant advantages in defense electronics due to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and Buy American requirements that commonly apply to military circuit card assemblies. Companies should verify their ITAR registration status and Domestic Production Certificate compliance before bidding. See the solicitation for any specific security clearance, facility, or quality system requirements.

How to put together a competitive bid

For circuit card assembly work, focus on these differentiators:

Technical capability: Highlight your IPC-A-610 (acceptability of electronic assemblies) and IPC-J-STD-001 (soldering requirements) certifications. NAVSUP WSS typically requires high-reliability Class 3 assemblies for military applications.

Obsolescence management: Demonstrate proactive component sourcing, including last-time-buy strategies and approved alternate part identification. The Navy heavily weights sustainment for legacy systems.

Testing and screening: Describe your environmental stress screening, functional test capabilities, and any MIL-STD-883 or MIL-STD-202 testing you can perform. Provide detail on automated optical inspection and X-ray inspection capacity.

Traceability and counterfeit avoidance: Detail your supply chain controls, AS5553 compliance, and component authentication processes—critical for defense electronics.

Pricing strategy: Full and open competition means pricing against potentially larger competitors. Consider teaming with an established defense electronics firm if you lack direct NAVSUP contracting history.

Past performance: Emphasize any prior DoD circuit card assembly contracts, particularly with Navy aviation or shipboard programs.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QQA01. The notice was posted October 7, 2026, with proposals due October 22, 2026 at 4:30 PM EDT—a relatively short 15-day window. Begin immediately by downloading all attachments to assess exact technical specifications, delivery requirements, and any security or facility prerequisites. Submit questions to the contracting officer early to allow time for responses before the deadline.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →