DISPLAY UNIT
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, is soliciting bids for a DISPLAY UNIT. This falls under NAICS code 333998, which covers "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing." Display units in this classification typically include industrial or specialized display equipment used in military or defense contexts—potentially for monitoring, diagnostics, instrumentation, or command-and-control applications.
NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support serves as the Navy's primary provider of logistics and supply chain management for weapon systems. Procurements through this organization often support maintenance, repair, and operations across naval platforms. The "7E20" classification code further indicates this is categorized under Navy supply class 7E20, which relates to electrical and electronic equipment components. See the solicitation for exact technical specifications, quantities, and intended end use.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy / NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QJA23 |
| NAICS | 333998 |
| Set-aside | None (Open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This is an open competition with no set-aside program, meaning businesses of any size may submit offers. Small businesses are welcome to compete directly against large businesses and other entrants.
To bid, your firm must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov), have an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and meet any applicable defense contracting requirements. See the solicitation for specific certifications, security clearances, or past performance requirements that may apply to this particular display unit procurement.
How to put together a competitive bid
Since this is open competition against potentially large, established defense contractors, small businesses should focus on distinct advantages:
Understand the technical landscape: Display units under NAICS 333998 could range from ruggedized monitors to complex integrated display systems. Research the Navy's typical requirements for shock resistance, electromagnetic interference shielding, power specifications, and environmental hardening common to maritime or aviation applications.
Emphasize responsiveness and agility: Without set-aside protection, highlight faster turnaround times, dedicated customer service, or specialized expertise that larger competitors may lack.
Verify supply chain and sourcing: NAVSUP WSS procurements often require compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, including domestic sourcing restrictions and counterfeit part prevention. Confirm your components meet these standards before bidding.
Price strategically: Open competitions frequently award to lowest responsible offerors. Ensure your cost build-up includes all indirect costs, overhead, and profit while remaining competitive.
Review past NAVSUP WSS awards: Search SAM.gov contract data for similar display unit or 333998 procurements to understand pricing trends and incumbent performance.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QJA23. The complete document will contain technical specifications, evaluation criteria, deliverable schedules, and all required contract clauses. Note that responses are due by November 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—plan for system submission well before this deadline to avoid technical delays.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →