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: Mon, 16 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support directorate in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania is soliciting offers for a centrifugal pump unit. This falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 4320, which covers pumps and compressors.
Centrifugal pump units are rotating equipment that transfer fluids by converting rotational kinetic energy into hydrodynamic energy. In naval applications, these pumps typically support shipboard systems such as cooling water circulation, fuel transfer, ballast systems, or other marine machinery needs. NAVSUP WSS is the Navy's primary provider of materiel management for weapons systems support, meaning this acquisition likely supports fleet readiness and sustainment.
The specific technical requirements, performance specifications, and intended platform or system application are not provided in the available metadata; see the solicitation for these details.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QTA10 |
| NAICS | 333914 — Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | None (Full and Open Competition) |
| Response deadline | November 16, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata; see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside restriction, meaning any responsible offeror—regardless of business size—may submit a bid. This includes small businesses, large businesses, foreign entities (where permitted under defense trade regulations), and contractors already holding relevant Department of Defense contracts.
Manufacturers of pumping equipment under NAICS 333914 are the most directly eligible. Firms with experience in defense/aerospace pumping systems or past performance with NAVSUP, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), or other Navy contracting activities will have relevant credentials to highlight.
Prospective bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and should verify their registration is active through the contract performance period. For classified or sensitive technical data, appropriate facility clearance and personnel security clearances may be required—see the solicitation for any such requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Since this is a defense logistics acquisition with no set-aside, price and proven performance will likely dominate source selection. Consider these specifics:
Technical compliance: Centrifugal pumps for naval use must typically meet stringent military specifications (MIL-SPEC) or performance specification standards for shock resistance, vibration tolerance, material compatibility with seawater or naval fuels, and electromagnetic interference. Obtain and verify against every applicable specification cited in the solicitation.
Quality systems: NAVSUP WSS suppliers often must maintain ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management systems, and may need to demonstrate traceability of materials and testing documentation.
Past performance: Document any prior deliveries of similar pump units to DoD, particularly for shipboard or weapons system support applications. Include Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) or Military Sealift Command references if available.
Lead time and obsolescence risk: For pump units that may involve long-lead castings, specialty seals, or proprietary components, address your supply chain resilience and any qualification testing timelines in your proposal.
Pricing strategy: Full and open competition with NAVSUP often draws experienced defense contractors. Review historical prices for similar FSC 4320 acquisitions in SAM.gov's Contract Opportunities archive or FPDS to benchmark.
Contract terms: NAVSUP WSS may require Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, including flow-downs for counterfeit prevention, specialty metals restrictions, and cyber security (DFARS 252.204-7012/CMMC requirements).
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QTA10. The notice was posted October 19, 2026, with offers due November 16, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Allow adequate time for any required SAM registration updates, specification reviews, or subcontractor coordination before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →