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: Mon, 09 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, is soliciting offers for circuit card assemblies. This falls under Federal Supply Classification 5998—electrical and electronic assemblies, boards, cards, and associated hardware. See the solicitation for specific technical requirements, quantities, and performance specifications for these items.
Circuit card assemblies are populated printed circuit boards used in military electronics systems. NAICS 334412 (Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing) applies here, though the work may involve procurement of fully assembled cards rather than bare boards alone. The Navy's Weapon Systems Support activity manages logistics and supply chain support for naval aviation and maritime systems, suggesting these assemblies likely support weapons platforms, sensor systems, or communication equipment.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy / NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QSA07 |
| NAICS | 334412 |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted competition) |
| Response deadline | November 9, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is an unrestricted solicitation with no set-aside program specified. Any responsible business—large or small—may compete, provided they can meet the technical, quality, and delivery requirements for defense-grade circuit card assemblies.
Small businesses should weigh their capabilities carefully. NAICS 334412 has a Small Business Administration size standard of 500 employees. Firms holding relevant quality certifications (AS9100, ISO 9001, or MIL-PRF-31032/38534) and security clearances may have competitive advantages. See the solicitation for any specific clearance, ITAR, or supply chain security requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical baseline. Circuit card assemblies for Navy weapon systems typically demand strict adherence to military specifications. Review the solicitation for required test protocols (environmental stress screening, burn-in, functional testing), traceability requirements, and approved component lists. See the solicitation for the specific drawing package, source control drawings, and acceptance criteria.
Assess your supply chain vulnerabilities. Semiconductor and passive component shortages persist in the defense electronics market. Document your procurement strategy for long-lead items and any alternative sourcing plans. The Navy often evaluates supply chain risk as part of source selection.
Price strategically for unrestricted competition. Without a small-business set-aside, you may compete against large defense contractors with established NAVSUP relationships. Analyze historical pricing for similar NIINs in the Federal Logistics Information Service if available. Consider whether your overhead structure allows competitive pricing while absorbing compliance costs.
Prepare mandatory deliverables. Navy electronics contracts typically require Contractor Logistics Support documentation, data item deliverables, and possibly Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages reporting. See the solicitation for the complete CDRL list and data rights assertions.
Register in required systems. Ensure your business is registered in SAM.gov with active status, has a valid CAGE code, and maintains any needed Joint Certification Program access for technical data.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QSA07. The response deadline is November 9, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—note this falls shortly after the Veterans Day federal holiday, so confirm your submission timeline accounts for any office closures. See the solicitation for the complete provisions, clause matrix, and instructions to offerors.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →