COMPRESSOR TOOL KIT
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, is soliciting offers for a compressor tool kit. This falls under NAICS 333914—"Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing." In federal contracting, this NAICS code covers manufacturers of air and gas compressors, pumping equipment, and related tool systems.
Under Federal Supply Classification code 4310, this procurement is categorized as "Compressors and Vacuum Pumps." NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support manages logistics and supply chain operations for naval aviation and maritime weapon systems, so this compressor tool kit likely supports maintenance, repair, or operational readiness activities for Navy platforms. The specific end use—whether for shipboard, aircraft, or shore-based applications—is not specified in the available metadata; see the solicitation for technical requirements, kit contents, and intended platform.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QBA25 |
| NAICS | 333914 |
| Set-aside | None |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation has no set-aside, meaning it is open to all responsible sources—large businesses, small businesses, and nontraditional defense contractors alike. Competition will be unrestricted.
For small businesses interested in bidding: NAICS 333914 has a Small Business Administration size standard of 1,000 employees. If your firm has fewer than 1,000 employees and meets other eligibility criteria, you would still qualify as a small business for future subcontracting opportunities or other programs, but this specific procurement offers no competitive preference based on size.
Because this is a NAVSUP WSS solicitation for what appears to be a standardized supply item, eligible bidders likely include:
- Original equipment manufacturers of compressor systems
- Distributors with manufacturer authorization
- Contractors capable of assembling compliant tool kits from approved components
See the solicitation for any specific qualification requirements, past performance criteria, or approved sources lists.
How to put together a competitive bid
Without a set-aside, price and past performance typically dominate source selection for NAVSUP spares and equipment procurements. Focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: Obtain the full solicitation to identify exact specifications for the compressor tool kit. NAVSUP WSS procurements often reference military specifications (MIL-SPEC), technical manuals, or weapons system support requirements. Deviations from specified components or configurations risk rejection.
Pricing strategy: Research historical pricing for similar FSC 4310 items under Navy contracts. Unrestricted competitions for supply items tend to be evaluated on lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) or trade-off basis—see the solicitation for the stated evaluation methodology.
Delivery and packaging: NAVSUP WSS has strict requirements for packaging, labeling, and shipment to defense distribution centers. Confirm your ability to meet Defense Logistics Agency standards.
Past performance: Be prepared to document relevant experience supplying compressor equipment or similar items to DOD or comparable customers. Lack of past performance is not automatically disqualifying but must be addressed.
Small business participation: Though not a set-aside, consider whether subcontracting plan requirements apply if you're a large business; small businesses may emphasize their status for potential subcontracting partnerships.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QBA25
- Review all attachments for technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria
- Note the firm deadline: Responses are due November 12, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are typically not accepted in DOD solicitations
- Register in SAM if not already active; DOD requires valid SAM registration for award
See the solicitation for complete instructions on proposal format, questions to the contracting officer, and any pre-submission notices or site visits.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →