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PXI CHASSIS ASSEMBL

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS PHILADELPHIA.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT · Response deadline: Mon, 09 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The U.S. Navy is soliciting bids for PXI chassis assemblies. PXI (PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation) chassis are modular hardware platforms used to house electronic test and measurement instruments in standardized form factors. These systems are commonly deployed in military and defense applications for automated testing of avionics, communications equipment, and other weapon system components.

PXI chassis serve as the physical backbone of test systems, providing power, cooling, and backplane connectivity for plug-in modules. NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Philadelphia, which manages this procurement, oversees logistics and supply chain support for Navy and Marine Corps weapon systems, including test equipment sustainment.

The specific technical configurations, quantities, and delivery requirements for this procurement are not included in the available metadata—see the solicitation for complete specifications.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open competition with no small business set-aside, meaning all responsible sources—large and small businesses alike—may submit offers. The NAICS code 334412 corresponds to Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing, a size standard that typically uses employee-based thresholds (generally 500-1,000 employees depending on specific product lines; verify current SBA size standards for this NAICS).

Eligible bidders should have:

• Manufacturing capability for electronic chassis assemblies or substantial equivalent experience with PXI/PXIe platforms
• Defense contracting experience preferred, particularly with NAVSEA or NAVAIR quality requirements
• ITAR compliance for defense-related electronic hardware, if applicable to the specific items
• Active SAM.gov registration and valid CAGE code

Small businesses are welcome to compete but should realistically assess their capacity against large defense electronics manufacturers who frequently bid on full-and-open NAVSUP requirements.

How to put together a competitive bid

For PXI chassis assemblies, focus your proposal on these areas:

Technical compliance: Verify your chassis dimensions, slot configurations, power specifications, and backplane architecture match the Navy's requirements exactly. Even minor deviations in PXI standards (triggering, timing, module compatibility) can render a bid non-compliant.

Quality systems: Emphasize MIL-STD or IPC certification, J-STD soldering processes, and environmental testing capabilities (thermal, shock, vibration). NAVSUP WSS typically requires adherence to military specifications for deployed test equipment.

Past performance: Document relevant Navy, Air Force, or Army contracts for similar chassis or automated test systems. Commercial experience with National Instruments/Emerson PXI platforms may translate if clearly mapped to defense applications.

Pricing strategy: Full-and-open competition with prime defense contractors demands aggressive, realistic pricing. Analyze whether teaming with a large manufacturer as a subcontractor offers better capture probability than prime bidding.

Lead times and supply chain: PXI chassis depend on specialized backplanes, power supplies, and precision-machined enclosures. Demonstrate supply chain resilience and realistic delivery schedules.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0038327QPA07 to obtain technical specifications, quantities, delivery schedules, and evaluation criteria
2. Register or verify your SAM.gov status immediately—registration must be active to bid
3. Note the firm deadline: November 9, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time
4. Submit questions through the designated SAM.gov contact if any specifications are unclear, allowing adequate time for government responses before the deadline

View the official notice on SAM.gov →