The Office of Naval Research awarded a $61,040.13 firm fixed price purchase order to ST. Johns Optical Systems, LLC for a focal plane array on December 21, 2015. The contract, with a completion date of May 9, 2016, was performed in Sanford, Florida, and carried no set-aside designation. As a defense-focused procurement, this award supports the Navy's optical and sensor technology requirements, which are critical components in various naval applications including surveillance, imaging, and detection systems.
Focal plane arrays represent a key enabling technology for the Department of Defense, converting optical signals into electronic data for use in imaging and reconnaissance equipment. The Office of Naval Research's investment in this procurement reflects the Navy's continued emphasis on advanced sensor capabilities and optical systems modernization. ST. Johns Optical Systems' selection as the prime contractor indicates the vendor's capability to deliver specialized optical components within the specified timeframe and budget parameters established for this purchase order.