TURBOCHARGER,LEFT
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 U.S. Navy is soliciting offers for a left turbocharger. This falls under NSN/commodity classification 2950, which covers turbosuperchargers used in aircraft engine systems. Turbochargers are critical components that force compressed air into an engine's combustion chambers, enabling higher power output at various altitudes and conditions. In naval aviation applications, these parts must meet strict military specifications for reliability and performance.
Work under NAICS 336412 relates to aircraft engine and engine parts manufacturing. Companies in this industry typically produce, repair, or overhaul propulsion system components for military and civilian aircraft. See the solicitation for the specific technical requirements, quantity, and any associated repair or overhaul services.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support, Mechanicsburg |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0010427QXA07 |
| NAICS | 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | November 16, 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 any responsible source—large or small business—may submit an offer. The Navy is seeking vendors capable of manufacturing or supplying a military-specification turbocharger component.
Given the specialized nature of NSN 2950 items, potential offerors should assess whether they:
- Hold or can obtain necessary defense-related quality certifications (such as AS9100 or NADCAP for aerospace work)
- Have experience with military aviation supply chains and government contract administration
- Can meet any source qualification requirements, such as approved vendor status for aviation-critical components
- Possess technical data rights or licensing if the item is proprietary to the original equipment manufacturer
Small businesses are not excluded, but the lack of a small business set-aside suggests the Navy expects limited sources or requires capabilities that may favor established defense suppliers. Women-owned, veteran-owned, HUBZone, and 8(a) firms may still compete on equal footing and should evaluate whether their certifications could differentiate their proposals.
How to put together a competitive bid
For aircraft engine parts solicitations, focus on the following:
Technical compliance: Obtain the applicable military specification or drawing package referenced in the solicitation. Submit a detailed breakdown of how your proposed item meets every performance, material, and testing requirement. If deviations are unavoidable, document them with technical justifications and potential engineering change proposals.
Quality assurance: Highlight your quality management system, inspection capabilities, and traceability protocols. NAVSUP WSS typically requires comprehensive inspection and test plans for flight-critical components.
Past performance: Cite directly relevant contracts for similar turbocharger or aircraft engine parts, especially those delivered to DOD. Include point-of-contact information and contract numbers for verification.
Pricing strategy: Analyze historical pricing for this NSN through FPDS or your internal records. For spare parts, the government often evaluates on price and past performance; propose your most competitive price while ensuring you can perform profitably. Detail any tooling, startup, or long-lead material costs separately if the solicitation permits.
Small business considerations: Even without a set-aside, emphasize any small business status, subcontracting plans, or supply chain diversity that might strengthen your proposal in best-value evaluations.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation documents on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0010427QXA07
- Download all specifications, drawings, and clauses; review Section B (supplies/services) and Section L (instructions to offerors) carefully
- Note the deadline: November 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time—late submissions will not be considered
- Register in SAM.gov and ensure your entity registration is active
- Submit questions through the solicitation's specified point of contact before any question deadline specified in the documents
View the official notice on SAM.gov →