POWER SUPPLY
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, is soliciting offers for power supplies. This falls under NAICS code 335931, which covers battery manufacturing—specifically the production of batteries and related power supply equipment for military applications.
Power supplies in naval contexts typically support weapon systems, shipboard electronics, or other critical defense infrastructure where reliable energy storage and conversion are essential. The classification code 6130 (converters, electrical, rotating) suggests this may involve equipment that transforms electrical power from one form to another for specific system requirements.
See the solicitation for exact technical specifications, quantities, and delivery requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QNA14 |
| NAICS | 335931 (Battery Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This contract is unrestricted—there is no small-business set-aside indicated in the metadata. All responsible offerors, regardless of size, may compete.
However, this work sits within battery manufacturing (NAICS 335931), which means bidders should have capabilities in one or more of: primary battery production, secondary (rechargeable) battery production, or specialized power supply assembly for military or industrial use. Experience with defense contracts, particularly NAVSUP or Navy weapon systems support, would strengthen competitiveness.
If you are a small business, consider whether you qualify for other advantages: SBA certification as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB if the agency later determines to set aside, though no such determination appears here. For unrestricted competitions, large manufacturers and established defense contractors often bid, so small businesses should lean heavily on specialized expertise or subcontracting relationships.
See the solicitation for any additional qualification requirements, security clearances, or past performance criteria.
How to put together a competitive bid
For battery and power supply manufacturing competitions, focus on these practical elements:
Technical compliance: NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support manages spare and repair parts for naval aviation and maritime weapon systems. Your proposal must demonstrate exact conformance to military specifications (MIL-SPEC). Obtain all referenced specifications before quoting—noncompliant technical proposals are frequently rejected without discussion.
Quality systems: Verify your ISO 9001 certification status and any AS9100 (aerospace) or MIL-PRF-38534 qualifications. The solicitation may require specific quality plans or traceability documentation for components.
Testing and validation: Power supplies for military use typically require environmental testing (temperature, shock, vibration, salt spray). Include your testing capabilities or plans for third-party validation. Document mean time between failures (MTBF) data if available.
Supply chain security: With 335931 work, disclose sources for critical materials (lithium, cobalt, rare earth elements). DOD increasingly scrutinizes foreign sourcing and counterfeit parts prevention.
Pricing strategy: Solicitations without set-asides often attract aggressive large-business pricing. Analyze your cost structure carefully; consider whether teaming or subcontracting improves your competitive position.
Past performance: Prepare references from similar manufacturing contracts, especially DOD or federal work. NAVSUP Mechanicsburg values demonstrated reliability in delivery and quality.
See the solicitation for specific proposal instructions, evaluation factors, and any required representations or certifications.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation for N0010427QNA14 on SAM.gov immediately. The response deadline is October 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—with slightly more than two weeks from posting to deadline, preparation time is limited.
Download all attachments, specifications, and amendments. Register in SAM if you have not already. Confirm your NAICS code eligibility and any required representations before committing proposal resources.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →