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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Mon, 23 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg, is soliciting bids for liquid quantity indicators. These are instruments used to measure and display fluid levels in military systems—commonly found in aircraft, ships, vehicles, or storage systems where monitoring fuel, oil, hydraulic fluid, or other liquids is critical to operational safety and performance.
NAICS code 334514 places this requirement in the Totalizing Fluid Meter and Counting Device Manufacturing industry. Companies in this category produce instruments that measure, display, and record fluid quantities. For Defense Department applications, liquid quantity indicators typically must meet stringent military specifications (MIL-SPEC) for accuracy, environmental resilience, and electromagnetic compatibility.
The classification code 6680 confirms this is a supplies acquisition within the Federal Supply Classification system for liquid quantity instruments and related components.
Key facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QNF32 |
| NAICS | 334514 — Totalizing Fluid Meter and Counting Device Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside program designated. Any responsible business—large or small—may submit a bid, provided they meet the Navy's requirements for this type of manufacturing work.
Small businesses should note that while this opportunity is open to all, having prior defense contracting experience is typically advantageous. NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support manages spare parts and logistics for naval aviation and maritime systems, so familiarity with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, military specifications, and the Navy's Unique Item Tracking standards would strengthen a bid. Businesses should verify their SAM.gov registration is active and that they have any required security clearances or facility certifications; see the solicitation for specifics.
Manufacturers of aerospace or marine instrumentation, particularly those already supplying to primes like Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, or BAE Systems, may find their existing qualifications directly transferable.
How to put together a competitive bid
For precision instrumentation in military applications, bidders should focus on these areas:
Technical compliance: Liquid quantity indicators for Navy use must typically conform to applicable military specifications for accuracy ranges, temperature extremes, vibration resistance, and salt spray corrosion. Obtain and review the full technical data package cited in the solicitation.
Quality systems: Demonstrate an active AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management system. Many NAVSUP awards require QSLD (Qualified Suppliers List for Manufacturers) status or approval under the Navy's Vendor Item Control program; confirm specific requirements in the solicitation.
Past performance: Document comparable manufacturing contracts, especially Department of Defense or other federal agency awards. Highlight on-time delivery rates and any sole-source or critical-item support you've provided.
Pricing strategy: As an open competition, expect price to be a significant evaluation factor. Analyze your manufacturing costs carefully—NAVSUP procurements often involve multi-year requirements with options, so pricing must remain viable across the contract period.
Supply chain security: DFARS clauses regarding counterfeit parts prevention, domestic sourcing (Berry Amendment where applicable), and supply chain risk management will likely apply; see the solicitation for exact flow-down requirements.
Next steps
Read the complete solicitation N0010426QNF32 on SAM.gov to obtain the full technical specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and all applicable contract clauses. The response deadline is November 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—plan to submit early to avoid system delays. Questions or clarification requests should be directed to the contracting officer listed in the full notice.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →