Knobs And Pointers

Code 5355
Child
Spend Category Level 1
Industrial Products & Services
Spend Category Level 2
Hardware & Tools
Popular Federal Contract Opportunities
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Popular Federal Contract Awards
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Product Service Code (PSC) 5355 encompasses knobs and pointers, which are specialized mechanical components used in various government and military equipment. These items are typically precision-engineered parts that serve as control interfaces, adjustment mechanisms, or indicator elements in complex mechanical and electronic systems. The components are critical for functionality in aerospace, defense, and technical instrumentation applications, requiring high-precision manufacturing and rigorous quality standards.

The federal contract awards demonstrate a consistent pattern of small-value procurement, with most delivery orders ranging from $7 to $1,805, primarily issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime division. Contractors include both small businesses and large defense contractors such as Thierica, Inc., Raytheon Company, and The Boeing Company. The awards are predominantly fixed-price contracts with economic price adjustments, and most have completion dates within six months of award. Nearly all awards are unrestricted, with one notable exception being a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-aside contract. The primary performance locations appear to be within the continental United States, with contractors based in states like Michigan, Ohio, and Florida.

The federal contract opportunities include multiple solicitations for knob and pointer manufacturing, primarily targeting small businesses. The U.S. Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal and the Naval Supply Systems Command are the primary agencies seeking these components. Two significant opportunities include a solicitation for 889 and 292 units of specific knob types with National Stock Numbers, set aside exclusively for small businesses, and a Navy solicitation for metal stamping components. The opportunities emphasize technical compliance, export control considerations, and specific manufacturing requirements. Typical performance requirements include adherence to technical documentation, quality standards, delivery schedules, and potential first article testing.

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