TRANSMITTER SUBASSE
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Navy is soliciting bids for a transmitter subassembly (NSN 6680). This falls under hardware for measuring and testing equipment, likely related to fuel, oil, or liquid quantity gauging systems given the 6680 classification. Transmitter subassemblies typically convert physical measurements into electrical signals for monitoring systems in military vehicles or platforms.
Based on NAICS 334514, this is classified as Totalizing Fluid Meter and Counting Device Manufacturing. Companies in this space produce instruments that measure, display, or record the flow or quantity of fluids. For defense applications, this often means precision components for aircraft, ship, or ground vehicle fuel and oil systems where reliable measurement directly impacts mission readiness.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010426QNF26 |
| NAICS | 334514 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is a full and open competition with no set-aside designation, meaning all responsible businesses can bid regardless of size or socioeconomic status. That said, small businesses in NAICS 334514 with relevant manufacturing capabilities should strongly consider this opportunity.
Prime bidders should be prepared to demonstrate:
- Experience manufacturing precision fluid measurement components or defense subassemblies
- Compliance with military specifications (MIL-SPEC) and quality standards
- Capacity for Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) or Navy supply chain integration
Small businesses without direct manufacturing capacity may explore subcontracting or teaming arrangements with larger defense contractors experienced in NAVSUP WSS requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Verify technical requirements. The solicitation likely contains drawings, performance specifications, and acceptance criteria for the transmitter subassembly. Review these against your existing production capabilities—retrofitting processes for military tolerances is costly and time-consuming.
Confirm supply chain readiness. NAVSUP WSS contracts often require traceability and domestic sourcing constraints. Assess whether your component suppliers can meet these standards before committing to delivery schedules.
Understand the pricing structure. NAVSUP WSS solicitations typically use firm-fixed-price arrangements for established items like this. Analyze historical pricing for comparable NSN 6680 items if available through FPDS or subscription databases.
Prepare your technical proposal. Even for simplified acquisitions, emphasize your quality management system (AS9100 or ISO 9001 certification if held), relevant past performance with DLA or Navy customers, and any existing approved vendor status for similar components.
Check SAM registration. Verify your SAM.gov profile is active and your NAICS 334514 is properly registered, including any applicable size standard (1,250 employees for this code).
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using number N0010426QNF26. The complete technical specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria are only available in the posted documents.
Note the deadline: November 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. NAVSUP WSS typically enforces this strictly with no late submissions accepted. Allow buffer time for technical difficulties with SAM.gov submission systems, which can experience high traffic near deadlines.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →