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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: Fri, 06 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy is soliciting offers for a centrifugal pump through its Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support office in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Centrifugal pumps are rotating machines that use impellers to move fluids by converting rotational kinetic energy into hydrodynamic energy. In naval applications, these typically support shipboard systems such as cooling water circulation, fuel transfer, bilge pumping, or firefighting systems—critical infrastructure aboard surface vessels and submarines.
The Defense Logistics Agency's classification code 4320 places this in the "Pumps and Compressors" category, indicating a standard military supply item rather than a custom-engineered system. The specific pump characteristics—flow rate, pressure rating, materials of construction, military specifications, and physical mounting requirements—see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QTB34 |
| NAICS | 333914 — Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 6, 2026, 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no small business set-aside, meaning businesses of any size may submit offers. Under NAICS 333914, manufacturers of pumping equipment and related distributors are the most likely bidders.
Small businesses can still compete. The NAICS size standard for 333914 is typically 1,000 employees, though see the solicitation to confirm the specific standard applied. Consider these pathways if you're a small business:
- Contract manufacturing: If you have fabrication capacity but lack full production capability, partnering with a pump manufacturer or serving as a subcontractor may be viable
- Value-added distribution: Some NAVSUP solicitations accept distributor offers if the product meets military specifications
- Teaming: Align with a manufacturer that lacks direct federal contracting experience but produces qualifying pumps
Verify your SAM.gov registration is active and that your size status is current in your Dynamic Small Business Search profile, even for unrestricted competitions.
How to put together a competitive bid
Pump procurements to NAVSUP typically emphasize technical compliance, past performance, and price. Structure your approach accordingly:
Technical response: Obtain the full military specification (likely MIL-SPEC or NAVSEA drawing referenced in the solicitation). Document material traceability, testing protocols, and quality certifications. NAVSUP WSS prioritizes defect-free delivery; emphasize your ISO 9001 or AS9100 certification if held.
Past performance: Provide at least three relevant references for similar pump deliveries to military or marine industrial customers. Highlight on-time delivery rates and any long-term service relationships.
Pricing: Analyze historical prices through SAM.gov's Contract Data Reports if prior NAVSUP pump awards exist. Factor in unique naval requirements such as shock qualification, magnetic signature control, or special alloys that drive cost.
Supply chain: Disclose any sole-source components early. NAVSUP may require second-source qualification or domestic content compliance under the Buy American Act or Berry Amendment.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010426QTB34 to obtain specifications, delivery requirements, inspection criteria, and exact place of performance
- Confirm your SAM.gov registration remains active through at least the award period
- Submit your offer before November 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—NAVSUP typically does not accept late submissions
- Monitor SAM.gov for amendments, which are common for technical equipment procurements
View the official notice on SAM.gov →