PANEL,PATCHING,COMM
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Navy's Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia office is soliciting offers for a panel patching communications item. The formal item name in the contract notice is "PANEL,PATCHING,COMM" under PSC code 7G20, which covers communication and related equipment. This type of procurement typically involves patch panels used in telecommunications and network infrastructure—hardware that connects and routes communication cables within facilities, ships, or shore stations. See the solicitation on SAM.gov for the detailed specification, quantity, and delivery requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0038327QTA10 |
| NAICS | 334290 — Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open competition with no set-aside designation, meaning any responsible offeror—regardless of business size—may submit a bid. Small businesses, large businesses, and non-traditional defense contractors are all eligible to compete.
The NAICS code 334290 covers manufacturers of communications equipment not classified elsewhere, including patch panels, junction boxes, and similar apparatus. Your firm should either manufacture these items or be prepared to supply them through approved manufacturing partners. If you are a small business, note your size standard for 334290; see the solicitation or SBA.gov for current threshold calculations.
Importantly, this is a Navy supply contract, so offerors must meet basic federal contracting requirements including SAM registration, adequate financial capacity, and—if awarded—compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) provisions. Past performance with Department of Defense customers, while not required to bid, may strengthen your proposal.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify your technical capability first. Patch panels for military communications may require specific connector types, shielding specifications, or environmental hardening. The metadata does not reveal whether this is a commercial item or military unique. Download the solicitation from SAM.gov to obtain the actual specification, drawing, or performance requirements.
Address delivery and packaging. NAVSUP WSS manages spare parts and depot-level supply support. Offerors should demonstrate reliable lead times and proper military packaging expertise (MIL-STD-2073 or equivalent). If you cannot manufacture to spec, consider whether you can source from an OEM and still offer competitive pricing.
Price aggressively but sustainably. Full and open solicitations for communications hardware attract multiple bidders, including established defense suppliers. Review recent awards for similar PSC/NAICS combinations on SAM.gov to benchmark. Factor in any Small Business Administration benefits if applicable, but recognize large competitors are not restricted here.
Complete all required representations. DFARS clauses typically apply to Navy procurements. Confirm your SAM registration is active through the response deadline and complete any required certifications in the solicitation.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation N0038327QTA10 on SAM.gov immediately to review technical specifications, quantity, delivery schedule, and all contractual terms.
- Note the firm deadline: November 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions risk rejection.
- Register or verify your SAM.gov registration is current; this is mandatory to submit an offer.
- Evaluate whether direct manufacturing, subcontracting, or teaming would position you best for award.
If the place of performance or quantity affects your decision, confirm those details in the solicitation document itself.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →