Visible And Invisible Light Communication Equipment

PSC Category 5850-P encompasses visible and invisible light communication equipment, focusing on sophisticated optical, infrared, and electronic light-based technologies. These products include specialized cameras, lenses, signal lights, infrared beacons, targeting optics, laser systems, and related electronic components critical for military, aviation, and scientific applications. The equipment supports various operational requirements across defense, research, and technological monitoring environments.

Federal Contract Awards in this category demonstrate consistent procurement activity, with values ranging from $250 to $30.7 million and typical performance periods of 3-24 months. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation emerges as the predominant awarding agency, frequently contracting with small businesses like Peerless Electronics, Alektronics Inc., and Honeywell International. Most awards are firm fixed-price purchase orders or delivery orders without specific set-aside designations. Contractors predominantly support military aviation, electronic component replacement, and logistics readiness across platforms including aircraft, naval systems, and ground equipment.

Recent Federal Contract Opportunities showcase advanced technological requirements from agencies like the Department of Energy and the Federal Aviation Administration. Opportunities include precise scientific instrument procurement such as narrow linewidth lasers with specific wavelength and power specifications, infrared camera systems for border surveillance, and specialized blackbody target systems. These solicitations predominantly target scientific research, military technology upgrades, and specialized sensing equipment, with performance locations primarily within the United States and evaluation methodologies typically employing lowest-price, technically acceptable approaches.