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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, 29 Dec 2026

What the government is buying

The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, is soliciting bids for a power supply. NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support serves as the Navy's primary provider of supply chain management for weapons systems, supporting repair parts and components for naval aviation, surface ships, and submarines. Power supplies in this context typically refer to electrical components that convert or regulate power for military systems—consistent with classification code 6130, which covers transformers and power transformers, or related electrical power conversion equipment.

This is a direct procurement solicitation, meaning the Navy is seeking to award a contract rather than merely gathering market information.

Key facts

The NAICS code 335931 (Battery Manufacturing) suggests this procurement may involve battery-based power supplies or integrated battery systems, though the scope could extend to related power conversion equipment. The null set-aside indicates this contract is open to all responsible bidders regardless of business size or socioeconomic status.

Who can bid

Any qualified business—small or large—may bid on this unrestricted solicitation. Because there is no set-aside, the Navy will evaluate all responsible offerors on a competitive basis without preference for small business, veteran-owned, woman-owned, or other socioeconomic categories.

To be competitive, bidders typically need:

• Experience manufacturing or supplying power supplies meeting military specifications
• Capacity to satisfy see the solicitation for any security clearance, quality certification, or testing requirements
• A SAM.gov registration in active status
• Capability to meet see the solicitation for delivery schedule and any performance requirements

How to put together a competitive bid

Given the NAVSUP WSS mission and the electrical components classification, focus your proposal on:

Technical compliance. NAVSUP WSS procurements emphasize reliability and traceability for weapons systems support. Detail your manufacturing process, quality assurance procedures, and any past performance supplying similar items to DoD or comparable industrial applications.

Lifecycle and sustainment considerations. The Navy often values long-term supportability. Address availability of technical data, repair capabilities, and spare parts continuity if relevant to your product.

Pricing strategy. With no set-aside restricting competition, expect pricing pressure from large established defense contractors. Analyze your cost structure carefully; consider whether teaming arrangements or subcontracting relationships could strengthen your technical or price position.

Past performance documentation. Prepare verified references for similar power supply or battery system contracts, particularly any with DoD, aviation, or maritime applications.

Regulatory readiness. Confirm your facility and products meet see the solicitation for any ITAR, DFARS, or environmental compliance requirements commonly associated with military electrical components.

Next steps

1. Access the full solicitation document on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QNA39
2. Review all technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria thoroughly
3. Note the firm response deadline of December 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are typically not accepted
4. Submit questions through the designated SAM.gov inquiry process if any requirements are unclear

Given the December 2026 deadline, prospective bidders have substantial lead time to prepare technical and price proposals.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →