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INTERFACE UNIT,DATA

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Fri, 04 Dec 2026

What the government is buying

The Navy is soliciting vendors for an Interface Unit, Data — a piece of electronic equipment that falls under the broad category of miscellaneous industrial machinery manufacturing. Based on the NAICS code 333998, this relates to products made by establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing industrial machinery that doesn't fit neatly into other classification categories. Data interface units typically serve as connection points between different systems, translating or routing data signals between devices, computers, or communication networks.

This is a ** Dept of the Navy** procurement through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, the organization responsible for providing logistics, supply chain management, and sustainment support for naval aviation and maritime weapon systems. The item likely supports maintenance, repair, or operational readiness of Navy platforms.

Key facts

Who can bid

This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside specified. Any responsible vendor capable of manufacturing or supplying the required data interface unit may bid, including:

• Large manufacturers of defense electronics and industrial machinery
• Small businesses registered in SAM.gov with NAICS 333998 in their profile
• Nontraditional defense contractors with relevant technical capabilities

Because NAVSUP WSS often deals with spare parts and end items for legacy weapon systems, prior experience with defense logistics procedures, MIL-STD specifications, and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) challenges may prove advantageous. See the solicitation for any specific security clearance or facility requirements.

How to put together a competitive bid

For unrestricted NAVSUP solicitations involving industrial machinery, consider these practical steps:

Verify your NAICS registration. Ensure your SAM.gov profile includes 333998 and that your size standard aligns with the 1,000-employee threshold for this NAICS code.

Research the specific item. Data interface units for Navy applications often trace to particular weapon systems or platforms. Use the solicitation number to locate the full document on SAM.gov and identify the National Stock Number (NSN) or part number to determine technical specifications, drawing requirements, and whether this is a form-fit-function replacement or new design.

Assess sourcing strategy. Given NAVSUP WSS's DMSMS mission, determine if the original manufacturer is still producing this item, if technical data packages exist, or if reverse engineering is permitted. See the solicitation for data rights and technical data package availability.

Understand delivery requirements. NAVSUP WSS procurements typically involve Organic Industrial Base (OIB) coordination or direct delivery to fleet readiness centers. Confirm FOB terms, packaging, and military preservation requirements.

Price competitively for full-and-open competition. Without a small business preference, you'll compete directly with established defense contractors. Consider teaming arrangements if you lack direct manufacturing capability but possess relevant technical competencies.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QDA11 — this is the only authoritative source for technical requirements, quantities, evaluation criteria, and proposal submission instructions.

2. Note the deadline: December 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Government solicitations enforce strict deadlines with few exceptions.

3. Register or update SAM.gov immediately if not already active and current.

4. Consider contacting NAVSUP WSS Mechanicsburg with clarification questions well before the deadline, following the procedures outlined in the full solicitation.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →