MIL-PRF-23952D (reinstatement and revision), Control Equipment, Automatic Degaussing, Type SSM

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) has issued a Special Notice regarding the reinstatement and revision of military performance specification MIL-PRF-23952D for automatic degaussing control equipment, Type SSM. This notice was posted on December 8, 2025, and applies to the electrical equipment manufacturing sector. The announcement is not a solicitation but rather an informational notice regarding the development of new specifications and standards. NAVSEA is actively preparing draft documentation that will accommodate multiple design solutions and encourage participation from a broad vendor base. Interested parties can request copies of the draft specification by contacting CommandStandards@navy.mil with the document number in the subject line.

NAVSEA's objective is to develop comprehensive specifications that support diverse design approaches while expanding the potential contractor community for degaussing control equipment. The review period for the draft specification extends until January 5, 2026, establishing the primary deadline for interested parties to engage with the documentation. Access to the draft specification is restricted to Department of Defense entities and U.S. DoD contractors, though foreign entities may request copies if they provide an export license agreement and demonstrate a valid need-to-know. Interested contractors are advised to monitor ASSIST Online at https://quicksearch.dla.mil/ for the finalized specification once the review and revision process is completed. This Special Notice provides advance notification of upcoming standards that will likely drive future procurement opportunities in the degaussing equipment sector.