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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: Fri, 04 Dec 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 is a manufacturing procurement under NAICS code 334412 (Bare Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing). Circuit card assemblies are essential electronic components used in military weapon systems and other defense applications, combining printed circuit boards with mounted electronic components to create functional electronic modules.

For NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, these items typically support the repair, overhaul, and sustainment of naval aviation and maritime systems. The technical requirements—such as specifications, testing protocols, and military standards—see the solicitation.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation has no set-aside restriction, meaning it is open to all responsible offerors regardless of business size or socioeconomic status. Both small and large businesses may submit offers.

To be competitive, bidders typically need:

• Manufacturing capability for circuit card assemblies, including surface-mount technology (SMT) and through-hole assembly operations
• Quality certifications relevant to defense electronics, commonly ISO 9001 and AS9100 for aerospace/defense applications, and possibly IPC-A-610 certification for acceptability of electronic assemblies
• Experience with military specifications such as MIL-STD-883 (test methods), MIL-PRF-38534 (hybrid microcircuits), or MIL-PRF-55110 (printed wiring boards)
• Security clearance capabilities if the work involves classified systems—see the solicitation for specific requirements
• Traceability and counterfeit avoidance programs required for defense supply chains

Small businesses in the electronics manufacturing sector should evaluate whether their production capacity, testing infrastructure, and quality systems meet typical NAVSUP WSS requirements for weapon systems support.

How to put together a competitive bid

Given the open competition and defense electronics nature of this procurement:

Technical proposal: Focus on your manufacturing process controls, inspection protocols, and material traceability systems. NAVSUP WSS emphasizes reliability for weapon system sustainment. Detail your conformal coating, solder joint inspection (X-ray, AOI), and environmental stress screening capabilities if applicable.

Pricing strategy: With no set-aside, expect competition from established defense contractors. Review historical pricing for similar circuit card assemblies if available through FPDS or past NAVSUP awards. Consider teaming arrangements if your facility lacks specific certifications or capacity.

Past performance: Highlight prior delivery of circuit card assemblies or similar electronics to DoD, particularly NAVSUP WSS, NAVSEA, or aviation procurement offices. Document on-time delivery rates and quality metrics.

Compliance: Register in SAM.gov if not already active. Verify your CAGE code status and any required representations in the solicitation clauses—see the solicitation for specific FAR/DFARS provisions.

Packaging and delivery: NAVSUP WSS often has specific preservation, packaging, and marking requirements for electrostatic-sensitive devices. Address these explicitly in your response.

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QZA08 to review technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria.

2. Note the firm deadline: December 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. NAVSUP WSS solicitations typically do not allow late submissions.

3. Submit questions through the designated solicitation Q&A process if technical requirements need clarification, allowing adequate time before the deadline.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →