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DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 19 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) in Philadelphia, is soliciting offers for work classified under NAICS 334511 — Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. This NAICS code covers manufacturers of instruments and systems used for navigation, guidance, and detection in military and civilian aerospace and maritime applications. The Federal Supply Classification code 6615 further indicates this relates to Aircraft Instruments, a category that includes flight indicators, gyroscopic instruments, engine instruments, and related components used in military aircraft systems.
Set-aside programs typical for NAVSUP WSS acquisitions may apply; see the solicitation for specific eligibility requirements. The nature of this work involves specialized defense manufacturing or repair services for Navy weapon systems support.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Philadelphia (Department of the Navy) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038327QS123 |
| NAICS | 334511 |
| Set-aside | None specified in metadata |
| Response deadline | November 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources; no specific small-business set-aside is indicated in the available metadata. However, NAVSUP WSS frequently works with small businesses in the defense industrial base, and opportunities for small-business participation may exist through subcontracting arrangements or other mechanisms.
To bid, your firm must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and should have appropriate capabilities in aerospace or nautical instrument manufacturing, repair, or related technical services. Given the NAICS 334511 classification and FSC 6615, relevant experience with military aircraft instruments, navigation systems, or comparable defense-grade components would strengthen your position. If you hold any Navy-approved quality certifications or past performance ratings with NAVSUP, highlight these in your response.
Small businesses should review whether this acquisition qualifies for small-business size standards at 1,250 employees for NAICS 334511.
How to put together a competitive bid
For NAVSUP WSS instrument-related solicitations, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: Address all specification requirements for aircraft instruments or related systems. NAVSUP WSS typically demands detailed technical data, proposed repair processes or manufacturing methods, and evidence of traceability for aerospace parts.
Past performance: Document relevant contracts with DoD, particularly Navy aviation programs or similar FSC 6615 items. Include Contracting Officer references and performance metrics.
Pricing strategy: Weapon Systems Support contracts often involve provisioning or repair pricing for long-term support. Structure your pricing to show understanding of lifecycle costs, especially if this involves depot-level repair or spare parts provisioning.
Quality assurance: Demonstrate AS9100 certification or equivalent quality systems. NAVSUP WSS places heavy emphasis on MIL-STD compliance and counterfeit parts prevention.
Small-business plans: If you're a small business, prepare subcontracting plans or partnership strategies that show how you'll meet subcontracting goals, even without a formal set-aside.
Packaging and delivery: Address military packaging requirements (MIL-STD-2073) and delivery schedules tied to fleet readiness needs.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation N0038327QS123 on SAM.gov immediately to obtain the complete statement of work, technical specifications, packaging requirements, and exact evaluation criteria. Review all amendments posted since the October 19, 2026 initial posting.
Note the firm response deadline of November 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM Eastern Time — late submissions are not accepted by NAVSUP WSS. Register or verify your SAM.gov account status now, as processing can take several business days. Submit questions through the designated solicitation contact per the full document well before any question deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →