The Office of Naval Research awarded Applied Energy Systems Inc. a $51,687.10 firm fixed-price purchase order for a gas cabinet on January 28, 2016, with an ultimate completion date of April 29, 2016. The contract, which was not set aside for small businesses, will be performed at Applied Energy Systems' facility in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Applied Energy Systems is a small business manufacturer specializing in high-purity gas systems and gas delivery equipment for federal research and defense organizations.
Applied Energy Systems has established itself as a key supplier to the Office of Naval Research through multiple prime contract awards focused on gas distribution systems and custom gas cabinets for laboratory and research infrastructure. The company's expertise in designing, manufacturing, and installing specialized stainless steel gas piping systems and custom cabinet fabrication has made it a reliable partner for the Navy's technical facility requirements. This award represents part of the contractor's broader portfolio supporting federal research operations across the Department of Defense and civilian agencies including NASA.