PSC 5850: Visible and Invisible Light Communication Equipment
Product code
Code facts
- Spend category
- Electronic & Communication Equipment Detection & Coherent Radiation Equipment
- Part of
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- 58
- Contract awards
- 38 In the last 12 months
- Contract obligations
- $1,270,129 In FY2025
PSC codes and definitions come from the GSA PSC Manual and contract spending from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Contract obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Obligated |
|---|---|
| FY2027 To date | $0 |
| FY2026 | $21,142,058 |
| FY2025 | $1,270,129 |
| FY2024 | $168,671,409 |
| FY2023 | $1,173,761 |
Top contractors by obligations
| Rank | Contractor | Obligated, FY2026–FY2027 | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nic4 Inc. | $19,097,878 | |
| 2 | Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing, Inc. | $663,967 | |
| 3 | Badger Truck And Automotive Group, Inc. | $202,672 | |
| 4 | Feddata Technology Solutions, LLC | $155,740 | |
| 5 | Raytheon Company | $145,000 | |
| 6 | GE Aviation Systems LLC | $129,570 | |
| 7 | Martin Military Inc. | $126,919 | |
| 8 | Korry Electronics Co | $84,770 | |
| 9 | Rpmc Lasers Inc. | $79,310 | |
| 10 | Grimes Aerospace Company | $76,105 |
See the full FY2025 ranking of PSC 5850 contractors, by parent company.
Top funding agencies by obligations
| Rank | Agency | Obligated, FY2026–FY2027 | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Department of the Army | $19,177,188 | |
| 2 | Defense Logistics Agency | $1,572,636 | |
| 3 | Air Force | $164,296 | |
| 4 | Defense Health Agency | $155,740 | |
| 5 | Department of Transportation | $66,162 | |
| 6 | Department of Justice | $6,036 |
Top NAICS codes by obligations
Contract obligations by state
| Rank | Place of performance | Obligated, last 12 months | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maryland | $19,256,789 | |
| 2 | California | $723,201 | |
| 3 | New York | $313,225 | |
| 4 | Wisconsin | $202,672 | |
| 5 | Texas | $145,000 | |
| 6 | Ohio | $115,939 | |
| 7 | Missouri | $111,110 | |
| 8 | Washington | $84,770 | |
| 9 | Florida | $58,224 | |
| 10 | Connecticut | $26,140 | |
| 11 | Virginia | $25,483 | |
| 12 | Pennsylvania | $3,019 |
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Contract opportunities
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Definition
Includes: Heliographs. This class includes only communication types of infrared equipment. Excluded from this class are infrared assemblies, subassemblies, and components designed specifically for use in fire control systems, guided missile systems, test and maintenance specialized equipment, night vision equipment, and other noncommunication types of equipment.
Quick answers
What is PSC 5850?
PSC 5850 is Visible and Invisible Light Communication Equipment, a product code in PSC 58, Communication/
How much do federal agencies spend under PSC 5850?
Federal contracts under PSC 5850 obligated $1,270,129 in fiscal year 2025 and $192,257,356 in fiscal years 2023 through 2027.
Who are the largest contractors under PSC 5850?
The contractors with the most obligated under PSC 5850 in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 are Nic4 Inc. ($19,097,878); Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing, Inc. ($663,967); and Badger Truck And Automotive Group, Inc. ($202,672).
Which agencies buy the most under PSC 5850?
The agencies that obligated the most under PSC 5850 in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 are Department of the Army ($19,177,188), Defense Logistics Agency ($1,572,636) and Air Force ($164,296).
Which NAICS codes are used with PSC 5850?
The NAICS codes with the most obligated under PSC 5850 in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 are 541512 Computer Systems Design Services; 334290 Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing; and 334511 Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing.
Where is the work under PSC 5850 performed?
By place of performance, the states with the most contract obligations under PSC 5850 over the last 12 months are Maryland ($19,256,789), California ($723,201) and New York ($313,225).
What is the latest contract opportunity under PSC 5850?
The latest contract opportunity under PSC 5850 is Femtosecond Laser System, solicitation from Office of Science, posted July 31, 2026.
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