COMPUTER, FLIGHT CONTROL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Sat, 21 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia, is soliciting for a computer, flight control system. This falls under FSC 6615—equipment used to manage and stabilize aircraft flight operations. Flight control computers process sensor data and execute commands to control surfaces, engines, and autopilot functions, making them critical safety-of-flight components for military aviation platforms.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N00383-27-Q-A116 |
| NAICS | 334511 |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | November 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
NAICS 334511 covers semiconductor and other electronic component manufacturing, reflecting the specialized nature of flight control hardware. The "no set-aside" designation means this opportunity is open to all responsible offerors regardless of business size.
Who can bid
This contract is open to large and small businesses alike. To compete, your firm must have capabilities in advanced electronics manufacturing, typically including:
- AS9100 or equivalent quality certification for aerospace/defense manufacturing
- Experience with mil-spec components and ruggedized computing systems
- Capacity for configuration management and traceability required for aviation electronics
- Ability to meet DoD cybersecurity requirements (DFARS 252.204-7012 for NIST 800-171 compliance)
Given the flight-critical nature of this item, NAVSUP WSS Philadelphia likely requires established manufacturing processes, long-term sustainment capability, and past performance with defense aviation programs. Firms with existing relationships supporting Naval Aviation Systems Command (NAVAIR) platforms may have relevant experience.
How to put together a competitive bid
Since this is an unrestricted solicitation with no set-aside, price and technical capability will drive award decisions. Focus your proposal on:
Technical approach: Detail your design heritage with flight control computing, fault-tolerant architectures, and environmental qualification (vibration, temperature, EMI). Specify whether you offer a form-fit-function replacement or new build.
Quality assurance: Emphasize AS9100 registration, test protocols, and failure modes analysis. Flight control computers demand zero-defect manufacturing processes.
Lifecycle support: Address provisioning for spare parts, repair capabilities, and obsolescence management. NAVSUP WSS Philadelphia manages long-term weapon system support—demonstrate you can sustain this item for its programmed life.
Pricing strategy: With no preference for small business, large integrators and established suppliers will likely compete aggressively. Review historical pricing for similar 6615 items through FPDS if available, and ensure your cost build-up is thoroughly documented.
Past performance: Cite recent contracts for similar flight-critical electronics, especially for Navy/Marine Corps aviation platforms (F/A-18, V-22, MH-60, etc.).
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N00383-27-Q-A116. The synopsis was posted October 26, 2026, with offers due November 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time.
Critical items to verify in the solicitation: quantity, unit of issue, required delivery schedule, inspection and acceptance criteria, and any security classification requirements. Given the compressed 26-day response window after posting, begin proposal development immediately if you intend to bid. Contact the contracting officer listed in SAM.gov for questions before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →