HIGH LIFT ADAPTER ADU-954/E, Outriggers, Push Up Adapter
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC AD.NAVAIR WARFARE CTR AIRCRAFT DIV · Response deadline: Mon, 23 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Navy is soliciting bids for aircraft ground support equipment: specifically a High Lift Adapter ADU-954/E, along with outriggers and a push up adapter. These items fall under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 4920, which covers aircraft maintenance and repair shop specialized equipment.
A high lift adapter is used to raise aircraft components during maintenance operations, allowing technicians to access landing gear, fuselage sections, or other elevated areas safely. Outriggers provide stabilizing support for mobile lifting equipment, extending the base footprint to prevent tipping under load. The push up adapter likely interfaces with the main lifting assembly to accommodate specific aircraft configurations or jacking points. This type of specialized support equipment is essential for naval aviation maintenance at shore facilities and potentially aboard aircraft carriers where space and stability constraints are severe.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWC AD) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N6833526R1091 |
| NAICS | 332912 — Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | November 23, 2026, 9:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only certified small businesses may submit offers. Your business must meet the NAICS 332912 size standard — for this code, the Small Business Administration generally employs 1,000-employee or revenue-based thresholds depending on class; verify your current status in SAM.gov's SizePro tool.
Given the NAICS classification (Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing), eligible bidders likely include manufacturers or value-added distributors of hydraulic/pneumatic lifting cylinders, actuators, and related mechanical assemblies. If your firm specializes in aircraft ground support equipment (GSE), military-spec jacking systems, or heavy-lift hydraulic components, evaluate whether your capabilities align.
Firms without prior defense contracts may still bid if they meet technical qualifications. No restrictive security clearance is indicated, though see the solicitation for any specific requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the technical environment. NAVAIR equipment typically must meet MIL-STD specifications for corrosion resistance, shock/vibration tolerance, and interoperability with existing Navy aircraft GSE. Research MIL-PRF and MIL-DTL standards commonly applied to hydraulic lifting equipment. If you lack direct ADU-954/E experience, examine technical manuals or defense logistics databases for legacy system specifications.
Verify supply chain for specialized components. The push up adapter and outriggers may involve machined aluminum or steel castings, precision seals, and MIL-qualified hydraulic fluids or coatings. Document your sourcing strategy and any sole-source dependencies — NAVAIR contracting officers scrutinize supply chain risk.
Price strategically. Total small business set-asides reduce competition, but Navy aircraft maintenance equipment often involves low-volume, high-precision production. Calculate fully burdened costs including first-article inspection, any required qualification testing, and long-tail spares support. The government may evaluate on lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) or best value criteria; see the solicitation for the specific scheme.
Demonstrate past performance. Even without identical Navy contracts, highlight comparable work for other DOD components, commercial aviation (FAA-certified repair stations), or aerospace OEMs. Emphasize your quality system (AS9100, ISO 9001) if held.
Respond to data requirements. Solicitations for FSC 4920 items typically demand technical data packages, including drawings, inspection plans, and material certifications. Prepare your engineering and quality teams for potential Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N6833526R1091. The posting date was October 15, 2026, with responses due November 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time. Confirm all amendments, the detailed statement of work, evaluation factors, and any mandatory site visits or pre-bid conferences. Note that the place of performance was not provided in the metadata — verify delivery and potential inspection locations in the contract documents. Submit your proposal through the designated electronic system before the deadline; late submissions are typically non-negotiable in DOD solicitations.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →