PSC 1353, classified as Underwater Mine Disposal Explosive Devices, encompasses specialized equipment and components used in maritime explosive ordnance disposal and underwater munitions management. This category includes electronic initiators, shock tubes, and related devices specifically designed for detecting, neutralizing, and safely managing underwater explosive threats. The products are critical for military and naval operations focused on maritime safety and strategic defense capabilities.
The provided federal contract award demonstrates a focused procurement within this PSC category. Specifically, the contract N0017423P0132 involves the purchase of a D80 INITIATOR - ELECT/SHOCK TUBE, awarded as a Total Small Business set-aside. The contract is relatively small, with a total value of $1,420.00, and was completed on June 21, 2023. The procurement utilized a Firm Fixed Price contract type, which is common for specialized, low-complexity equipment acquisitions. While this single data point provides limited insight, it suggests that naval or defense agencies are the primary purchasers of these specialized underwater explosive disposal components.
No additional federal contract opportunities were provided within the submitted materials for PSC 1353. To develop a comprehensive understanding of current solicitations, additional research and review of current federal procurement databases would be necessary to identify any pending or recently published contract opportunities for underwater mine disposal explosive devices.