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CONTROL MODULE

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Tue, 10 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicburg is soliciting offers for a control module. This is a hardware acquisition under NAICS code 334290, which covers "Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing." Control modules in this context typically refer to electronic components that manage, regulate, or direct the operation of systems or subsystems—often in weapons, navigation, communications, or other defense platforms.

Without additional details in the metadata, see the solicitation for the specific technical requirements, form factor, interfaces, performance specifications, and any applicable military standards (MIL-STD) or qualified products lists.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open competition with no small business set-aside. Any responsible offeror—large or small business—may submit a bid. However, small businesses in the communications equipment manufacturing sector should note that they will compete directly against large defense contractors.

To be eligible, your firm must:

• Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and maintain active status
• Have the applicable NAICS code (334290) in your SAM profile
• Meet any size standard for 334290 if claiming small business status ($1,000 employees)
• Have or obtain any required security clearances, facility clearances, or export control registrations (ITAR/EAR) if specified in the solicitation

Given NAVSUP WSS's role in weapons systems support, past performance with defense logistics, familiarity with government-unique terms, and ability to meet military specifications will be critical evaluation factors.

How to put together a competitive bid

For electronics manufacturing solicitations without a set-aside, differentiation through technical merit and supply chain reliability is essential:

Technical compliance: Review the solicitation for exact specifications, drawings, and interface control documents. Control modules for weapons systems typically require precise environmental tolerances (temperature, shock, vibration, EMI). Document your testing capabilities and quality management system (AS9100 or ISO 9001 if required).

Traceability and counterfeit avoidance: Defense electronics require rigorous supply chain documentation. Detail your counterfeit parts avoidance plan, component traceability procedures, and approved vendor list. DFARS 252.246-7007 provisions are common in NAVSUP acquisitions.

Production capacity and lead times: Demonstrate ability to meet delivery schedules, including any surge requirements. NAVSUP WSS manages sustainment for legacy systems where obsolescence management skills are valued.

Pricing strategy: Full and open competition means price competition will be intense. Consider whether you can offer a competitive price at small business volume, or whether teaming with a larger manufacturer as a subcontractor is more viable.

Past performance: Cite relevant contracts for similar control modules, circuit card assemblies, or military electronics. Include Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) or Navy-specific references if available.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010426QSD42 to obtain specifications, clauses, evaluation criteria, and delivery requirements
2. Note the firm deadline: All offers must be submitted by November 10, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time
3. Register or update SAM.gov if not already active, and verify your NAICS 334290 designation
4. Assess capability gaps against the technical requirements before committing proposal resources

View the official notice on SAM.gov →