FILTER
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Fri, 30 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg intends to award a contract for FILTER supplies. This falls under Federal Supply Classification code 4310, which covers compressed air and gas filter elements, intake air filters, and related filtration equipment. These items typically support military platforms, industrial machinery, and weapon systems where clean air and fluid streams are critical to operational readiness.
NAICS code 333914 corresponds to "Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing." While filters themselves may seem distinct, this classification often applies when filtration systems are manufactured or supplied alongside pumping and fluid handling equipment. Defense filter procurement frequently involves technical specifications for particle retention, flow rates, and compatibility with existing military systems.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QEB17 |
| NAICS | 333914 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026 at 4:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside designation, meaning any responsible business—small or large—may submit an offer. Small businesses remain eligible to compete but will not receive preferential evaluation under programs like HUBZone, 8(a), SDVOSB, or WOSB.
Given the NAICS code (333914), manufacturers or distributors of industrial filtration equipment, pump system components, or defense-specific filter products are natural competitors. The 4310 FSC code suggests the government is buying physical supply items rather than services, so potential bidders should have experience with:
- Manufacturing or sourcing filters to military-grade specifications
- Defense supply chain management and quality assurance protocols
- NAVSUP or Navy logistics systems
If you are a small business without prior defense contracting experience, note that this open competition puts you on equal procedural footing with large defense primes—but you will need to demonstrate technical capability and past performance comparable to larger competitors.
How to put together a competitive bid
For filter procurement under FSC 4310, focus your proposal on these elements:
Technical compliance: Obtain and verify exact specifications for filter media type, dimensions, micron rating, operating temperature/pressure ranges, and interchangeability with existing military part numbers. Deviations typically require justification and may reduce evaluation standing.
Quality assurance: NAVSUP WSS maintains stringent supplier quality requirements. Document your ISO certifications, MIL-SPEC compliance history, and material traceability procedures. Include test data or certificates of conformance if required.
Pricing strategy: With no set-aside restricting competition, expect aggressive pricing from established suppliers. Analyze your true manufacturing or procurement costs carefully—NAVSUP contracts often run multi-year with options, so unsustainable pricing damages long-term viability.
Logistics and delivery: Demonstrate ability to meet delivery schedules to military depots or shipyards. Include packaging requirements for shelf-life sensitive materials and hazardous material handling if applicable.
Past performance: Cite comparable filter or FSC 4310 supply contracts, especially with DoD or Navy customers. Lack of direct filter experience may be mitigated by strong performance in adjacent product lines.
Next steps
Retrieve the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010426QEB17 to obtain complete specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms.
Note the firm deadline: All proposals must be submitted by October 30, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—less than ten days from posting, suggesting either an expedited requirement or that this represents a re-solicitation where specifications are already familiar to the market.
Confirm place of performance and delivery routing in the full document, as these operational details were not included in the metadata.
See the solicitation for all quantities, specific part numbers, inspection requirements, and any applicable clauses or provisions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →