Federal Contract Alert: COMPUTER,PROGRAMMED — DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.NAVSUP WSS MECHANICSBURG.NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTE

NAVSUP Mechanicsburg Seeks Programmed Computer Systems — Open Competition

The Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support office at Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania is releasing a full and open competition for programmed computer systems under NAICS 334111. This is a direct procurement with no small business set-aside, meaning you're bidding against prime contractors and established incumbents on equal ground. The deadline is August 5, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern.

What You're Actually Bidding On

NAVSUP WSS buys and manages IT hardware and embedded systems that support Navy weapons platforms, supply chains, and logistics networks. A "programmed computer" solicitation typically means configured computing devices — likely including firmware, BIOS setup, pre-load software, or application-specific coding. The actual scope lives in the full RFQ, but expect the Navy to want units delivered pre-configured and ready to install into existing shipboard or shore-based infrastructure.

This is not a development contract. It's production or sustained supply of hardware with known specifications and an established baseline. That's important because it means the incumbent — if there is one — has less technical risk and existing relationships with the platform integrators.

Who Can Bid

NAICS code 334111 covers electronic computers. There is no small business set-aside on this procurement, so you do not have a carve-out advantage. If you're a small business, you're welcome to bid, but you will compete directly with large primes. Eligibility is simply ownership status and business registration in SAM.gov. Check your company profile for any suspension or debarment flags before you invest bid time.

Key Dates and Submission Process

The RFQ is live on SAM.gov. Read the full solicitation documents — the notice is a teaser. Look for:

• Technical requirements (CPU, memory, storage, OS, security certifications)
• Delivery schedules and quantities
• Any Automated Data Processing (ADP) security requirements or FIPS 140-2 validation
• Quality assurance and testing protocols
• References to DFARS clauses (especially 252.204-7012 on controlled unclassified information)

Submission is likely electronic through SAM.gov. The August 5 deadline is firm. Plan for final submission at least two hours before close to avoid portal delays.

CMMC & DFARS Compliance Checklist

NAVSUP procurements involving IT hardware and embedded systems almost always include DFARS flow-down requirements. Before you bid, confirm your status on these points:

CMMC Level Likely Required

For a programmed computer supply contract, expect CMMC Level 1 as the minimum gate. If the devices will process or store controlled unclassified information (CUI), the Navy may require Level 2. Check the RFQ for the specific requirement — it will be listed in the terms or the CMMC clause reference.

DFARS Clauses to Verify

Look for DFARS 252.204-7012 (Safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information), which requires you to implement NIST SP 800-171 or equivalent security controls. Also check for 252.204-7019 and 252.204-7020, which govern contractor compliance assessments and CMMC reporting. These clauses flow down to subcontractors, so if you're subcontracting any part of the work, your subs must be cleared or accredited too.

SPRS Self-Assessment Score

You will need an active SPRS (Supplier Performance Risk System) account and a self-assessment score before contract award. A new company with no prior DoD work can still score acceptable ratings — the Navy values on-time delivery and quality compliance. Know your score before bidding and be honest about any historical issues.

What You Must Have in Place

Before you submit a bid, ensure:

• A documented information security plan addressing NIST 800-171 controls (or CMMC L2 practices if required)
• Procedures for handling CUI and marking deliverables
• A quality management process and test results for all units
• Proof of CMMC certification or L1 readiness (assessment scheduled within 90 days of award)
• Subcontractor flow-down language in all purchase orders

3 Actionable Tips

One: Ask yourself if you own the supply chain. If you're reselling white-label computers from a third-party OEM, you need a written agreement with that supplier allowing you to pre-load Navy-specified firmware and test to Navy standards. Many OEMs won't permit this. If your supply chain is external and uncontrolled, don't bid.

Two: Call the contracting officer before you bid. This contract is not set-aside, so the Navy has already heard from incumbents. Ask directly if this is a recompete of an existing contract or a new requirement. If it's a recompete, ask what changed and what the incumbent's performance scores were. If there's nothing new and the incumbent is healthy, the work is effectively not winnable for an outsider.

Three: Price the full compliance cost. CMMC readiness, CUI handling procedures, security documentation, and testing infrastructure cost real money. Small shops often underbid because they underestimate the overhead of Navy contract execution. Budget 15–25% above your material and labor for compliance overhead, or don't bid.

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