Small Business Set-Aside for for Mensor, LP Brand Sensors Per Attachments
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Naval Surface Warfare Center is procuring Mensor, LP brand sensors, with specific requirements detailed in attachments to this solicitation. The classification code 6640 indicates this falls under laboratory equipment and supplies, while the NAICS code 334513 points to instruments and related products manufacturing for measuring, displaying, and controlling industrial process variables.
Mensor, LP is a known manufacturer of precision pressure measurement instruments, including digital pressure gauges, pressure controllers, and related calibration equipment. In naval warfare center applications, such sensors typically support testing, calibration, and measurement functions for underwater systems, pressure vessels, or environmental simulation equipment—work consistent with NSWC Panama City's mission focus on mine warfare, expeditionary warfare, and diving and life support systems.
See the solicitation for the complete list of required sensor models, quantities, specifications, and any required calibration certificates or documentation.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N61331-27-Q-JK01 |
| NAICS | 334513 (Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM Central Time |
| Place of performance | Panama City Beach, FL |
Who can bid
This opportunity is reserved for small businesses under the Small Business Set-Aside - Total program. To qualify, your business must:
- Meet the SBA size standard for NAICS 334513, which uses a 1,250-employee threshold
- Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
- Have the relevant NAICS code in your SAM profile
- Be designated as "small" for this NAICS in your SAM registration
As a brand-specific procurement for Mensor, LP products, potential bidders should verify they can source the specified equipment. This may require being an authorized distributor, having established supplier relationships with Mensor, LP, or demonstrating ability to procure genuine OEM equipment with full warranty and calibration documentation.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify brand availability immediately. Brand-name solicitations are often justified by proprietary specifications or prior compatibility requirements. Contact Mensor, LP or authorized distributors to confirm pricing, availability, and lead times. Request formal quotes that align with the solicitation's delivery requirements.
Focus on precision instrument expertise. NSWC evaluators will likely assess your technical understanding of pressure measurement, calibration traceability (NIST-traceable certificates may be required), and experience supporting defense or marine applications. Highlight relevant past performance with similar precision instruments or naval customers.
Address Panama City Beach logistics. The place of performance is the NSWC Panama City Division. Factor in shipping to Florida's Gulf Coast, any potential hurricane-season delivery windows, and whether on-site installation, calibration verification, or training support is anticipated. See the solicitation for specific delivery terms.
Small business differentiators matter. In a total small business set-aside, competition is among peers—emphasize responsiveness, warranty terms, inventory availability, and any value-added services like expedited calibration turnaround or local technical support.
Review attachments thoroughly. The phrase "Per Attachments" indicates critical specification, pricing, or evaluation data resides in posted documents. Missing an attachment requirement is a common reason for bid rejection.
Next steps
- Download the full solicitation and all attachments from SAM.gov using solicitation number N61331-27-Q-JK01
- Register or verify your SAM.gov account is active and reflects small business status for NAICS 334513
- Confirm the exact response deadline: October 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM Central Time—note the Central Time zone specification
- Submit your quote through the designated method in the solicitation (likely SAM.gov or Navy's procurement system)
This is a short-turnaround solicitation posted October 26, 2026 with response due October 29, 2026—allow minimal time for questions or corrections.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →