N0038327QF159
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Sat, 10 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support activity in Philadelphia is soliciting offers for work classified under NAICS 336413 — Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. The classification code 1615 corresponds to aircraft components and accessories.
This type of procurement typically involves manufacturing, fabricating, or supplying parts and subassemblies used in military or government aircraft operations. Given NAVSUP WSS's role as the Navy's primary provider of weapon system material support, this solicitation likely supports sustainment of naval aviation platforms through the procurement of specific aircraft parts or related auxiliary equipment. The exact items, quantities, specifications, and delivery schedules are not specified in the metadata — see the solicitation for these details.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038327QF159_SOL |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | October 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
The response deadline of October 10, 2026 falls on a Saturday. Offerors should verify whether this is the actual closing date or if the solicitation document provides adjusted instructions for weekend deadlines.
Who can bid
This procurement is not set aside for any small business program, meaning it is full and open competition. Businesses of any size may submit offers, including large manufacturers, other-than-small businesses, and small businesses that choose to compete at an unrestricted level.
Aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment manufacturers registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) are eligible to bid. Because this is a NAVSUP WSS procurement, offerors should expect requirements related to:
- Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) provisions and clauses
- Potential qualification requirements for aviation-critical items
- Quality assurance standards such as AS9100 or equivalent aerospace quality systems
The NAICS 336413 size standard is typically 1,250 employees. Businesses should verify their own size status against current SBA standards, though this is irrelevant for award determination here since the solicitation is unrestricted.
How to put together a competitive bid
For unrestricted aircraft parts manufacturing solicitations, consider these practical steps:
Technical compliance: Scrutinize the specification and statement of work in the full solicitation. Aircraft parts often require traceability, material certifications, and special processes (plating, heat treat, non-destructive testing). Identify any source inspection or first article test requirements early.
Quality system: Ensure your quality management system documentation is current and aligned with any cited military specifications or industry standards. NAVSUP WSS typically flows down stringent quality requirements.
Pricing strategy: Without set-aside protection, expect competition from established defense contractors. Analyze whether your cost structure supports competitive pricing at volume, or whether you can differentiate on technical merit, delivery performance, or past performance.
Past performance: Prepare relevant contract completion references, particularly for DoD or aviation customers. NAVSUP WSS evaluates contractor performance history rigorously.
DFARS compliance: Review applicable clauses regarding counterfeit parts prevention, specialty metals restrictions, and cybersecurity requirements based on the solicitation's reference to DFARS provisions.
Next steps
Access the complete solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0038327QF159_SOL. The full document will contain the statement of work, specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and all applicable contract clauses.
Note the deadline: Responses are due October 10, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT. Confirm whether electronic submission through the specified system is required and allow adequate time for proposal development, internal review, and submission prior to closing. Given the Saturday deadline, verify in the solicitation whether any alternative arrangements apply.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →