EXCITER CONTROL
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Thu, 15 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, is soliciting offers for EXCITER CONTROL. This falls under NAICS code 335312, which covers "Motor and Generator Manufacturing." Exciter controls are electrical components used in generator systems to regulate voltage output—typically found in power generation equipment for naval vessels, shore facilities, or other defense applications.
NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support serves as the Navy's primary provider of weapon systems logistics, managing spare parts and sustainment for afloat and ashore operations. This procurement likely supports continued maintenance and operational readiness of electrical power systems within the Navy's inventory.
For specifics on technical requirements, quantities, delivery schedules, and any performance specifications, see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QJA06 |
| NAICS | 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None listed (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—no small business set-aside applies. Any business, regardless of size, may submit an offer if they can meet the Navy's requirements for manufacturing or supplying exciter control equipment.
Given the NAICS code 335312 and the Navy supply chain context, well-positioned bidders typically include:
- Manufacturers of motor, generator, and auxiliary electrical equipment
- Defense contractors with existing NAVSUP or Navy relationships
- Suppliers with experience in military-grade power generation components
- Small businesses in electrical equipment manufacturing that can compete on technical merit and price
No set-aside program is indicated, so the Navy will evaluate all qualified offerors against the same criteria, likely emphasizing technical compliance, past performance, and cost.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical requirements thoroughly. Exciter controls are precision electrical components; the solicitation will specify voltage ranges, form factors, military specifications (MIL-SPEC), and interface requirements. Obtain any referenced military standards and confirm your product's exact conformance.
Demonstrate relevant past performance. NAVSUP places heavy weight on proven delivery reliability and quality. Document any prior contracts supplying generator controls, voltage regulators, or similar components to DoD, other federal agencies, or commercial power generation customers.
Verify your manufacturing and quality certifications. Defense electrical components often require ISO 9001, AS9100, or specific Navy-approved quality programs. Review the solicitation's QAP (Quality Assurance Provisions) and inspection requirements early.
Assess your supply chain for obsolescence risks. Older Navy generator systems may require components with limited commercial availability. If you're proposing alternatives, understand the Navy's first article testing or qualification requirements.
Price strategically. With full and open competition, pricing pressure from larger manufacturers may be significant. Ensure your cost build-up includes all special packaging, marking, and documentation requirements typical of Navy supply contracts.
Review DFARS clauses carefully. NAVSUP WSS contracts incorporate Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement provisions, including flow-down requirements for subcontractors and suppliers.
Next steps
Access the complete solicitation N0010427QJA06 on SAM.gov immediately. Review all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation factors. Proposals are due October 15, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—plan for system submission well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →