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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: Tue, 13 Oct 2026

What the government is buying

The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support activity in Mechanicsburg is soliciting offers for a MONITOR—electronic display equipment used for monitoring systems, processes, or data in military operations. NAICS code 333998 covers "All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing," which includes various industrial and commercial machinery not classified elsewhere, such as monitoring and control instruments that support operational visibility across Navy platforms and facilities.

Monitors in defense contexts typically serve command-and-control environments, technical workstations, maintenance diagnostics, or embedded system displays aboard vessels and shore installations. The specific size, resolution, environmental hardening (such as shock, vibration, or electromagnetic interference compliance), and interface requirements for this item see the solicitation on SAM.gov.

Key facts

Who can bid

This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside, meaning any responsible offeror—large or small—may submit a bid. However, small businesses in the electronics, industrial machinery, or defense components sectors remain eligible to compete. Firms currently manufacturing or distributing display equipment, ruggedized monitors, or military-grade electronic components should evaluate whether their products meet the Navy's technical requirements.

Given NAVSUP WSS's role in weapon systems logistics, bidders should expect emphasis on supply chain reliability, long-term supportability, and conformance to military specifications. If your firm has not previously sold to defense customers, see the solicitation for any applicable qualification requirements such as Sam.gov registration, past performance criteria, or product certifications.

How to put together a competitive bid

Understand the technical baseline. Monitor solicitations in defense procurement typically specify form factor, power requirements, video interfaces, mounting provisions, and environmental standards (potentially MIL-STD-810 for environmental engineering or MIL-STD-461 for electromagnetic compatibility). See the solicitation for the precise specification.

Price competitively for full-and-open. Without a small business set-aside, expect competition from established defense contractors. Consider whether your cost structure supports competitive pricing or if you can differentiate through technical merit, faster delivery, or superior lifecycle support.

Address supply chain and obsolescence. NAVSUP WSS manages long-term weapon system support. Proposing commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) monitors may require explicit disclosure of component lifecycles and obsolescence planning. Highlight your ability to support the item across its expected service life.

Verify delivery and packaging requirements. Defense shipments often require specific markings, documentation, and quality assurance protocols aligned with the Defense Logistics Agency's procedures.

Register and certify. Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active, and verify any required representations such as Buy American Act compliance or trade agreements certification.

Next steps

Read the full solicitation N0010427QJA02 on SAM.gov to obtain the statement of work, technical specifications, delivery schedule, and evaluation criteria. The response deadline is October 13, 2026 at 4:30 PM EDT—allow adequate time for proposal preparation, especially if technical drawings, samples, or vendor qualification data are required.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →