SWITCH, ETHERNET
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (WSS) Mechanicsburg, has issued a solicitation for the procurement of Ethernet Switches. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and involves the acquisition of commercial products to support naval systems. Quotes are due by March 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide Ethernet Switches in accordance with the Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD) and associated technical documentation. Key requirements include:
- Mandatory review of the IRPOD available via the BPMI e-commerce site.
- Compliance with technical drawings, specifications, and Standard Technical Requirements (STRs).
- Adherence to strict quality assurance and inspection systems.
- Exclusion of mercury or mercury-containing compounds in hardware or supplies.
- Packaging and marking per MIL-STD 2073 and MIL-PRF-23199 standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: March 12, 2026
- Published: February 10, 2026
- Pricing Validity: Minimum 60 days from the closing date.
Evaluation & Requirements
Evaluation will be conducted in accordance with commercial product and service procedures. Vendors must be registered on the BPMI website to access technical data. A Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356) is required at the time of material delivery. Additionally, the contract includes requirements for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
Additional Notes
Technical documents (IRPOD, drawings, etc.) are restricted and require pre-registration at https://logistics.unnpp.gov/ecommerce.