PUMP UNIT,CENTRIFUG
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Thu, 12 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Navy is soliciting bids for a centrifugal pump unit, a mechanical device used to move fluids through piping systems by converting rotational energy into hydrodynamic energy. This type of equipment is commonly found in shipboard applications, including cooling water systems, fuel transfer, ballast operations, and firefighting systems. Centrifugal pumps are critical components in naval vessel propulsion and auxiliary systems where reliable fluid handling under varying conditions is essential.
Work under NAICS 333914 (Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing) typically involves the production or supply of industrial pumps and related fluid-handling equipment. For defense contracts, this often includes pumps meeting stringent military specifications for durability, corrosion resistance, and performance in maritime environments.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (Mechanicsburg) |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QLA14 |
| NAICS | 333914 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice — see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This solicitation is full and open competition with no small-business set-aside. Any qualified business—large or small—may submit a bid. The Navy's NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support organization at Mechanicsburg typically manages sustainment and spare parts procurement for naval weapons systems, so bidders should expect requirements tied to military specification compliance, traceability documentation, and potential SeaPort-e or other Navy contracting system enrollment.
Small businesses may still compete, but they will face competition from established defense contractors and original equipment manufacturers. If your firm has experience with MIL-SPEC pumping equipment, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) transactions, or prior Navy shipboard component contracts, highlight this in your technical response.
How to put together a competitive bid
Technical capability: Emphasize experience with centrifugal pumps meeting military or maritime standards. Document your quality management system (ISO 9001 or AS9100 certifications strengthen bids). Be prepared to demonstrate testing capabilities, material certifications, and conformance to specific military or federal specifications—see the solicitation for exact requirements.
Past performance: Gather references from comparable pump supply contracts, especially Department of Defense or maritime customers. NAVSUP evaluates supplier reliability heavily; on-time delivery and quality history matter.
Pricing strategy: Research historical pricing for similar NSN items through DLA's Internet Bid Board System or FPDS data. Full-and-open competition means price competitiveness is critical—incumbents and large manufacturers often have scale advantages. Consider teaming if you lack manufacturing capacity but have specialized capabilities.
Compliance readiness: Verify your SAM.gov registration is active, your CAGE code is current, and any required Navy vendor qualifications (such as assess to the Naval Supply Systems Command supplier portal) are in place.
Packaging and delivery: Shipboard spare parts often have specific preservation, packaging, and marking requirements. Anticipate these in your proposal.
Next steps
Download and review the full solicitation N0010427QLA14 on SAM.gov immediately. The notice provides no details on quantities, technical specifications, delivery schedule, or evaluation criteria—all critical information for bid preparation resides in the complete solicitation document.
The response deadline is November 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Allow adequate time for internal review, pricing validation, and SAM.gov submission. Given NAVSUP's sustainment mission, anticipate potential post-award requirements for long-term supporting documentation or additional procurement options.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →