Capacitors

PSC Category 5910 focuses on capacitors, which are electronic components used to store and manage electrical energy in various systems and equipment. These devices are critical in a wide range of applications, including power distribution, telecommunications, aerospace, defense, and electronic devices. Capacitors come in multiple types such as ceramic, electrolytic, fixed, and variable configurations, each designed for specific electrical performance requirements and environmental conditions.

The federal contract awards in this category predominantly involve the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime procuring capacitors for military and defense applications. The awards range from small purchases of a few hundred dollars to larger contracts approaching $400,000, with typical contract durations between three to twelve months. Frequent contractors include TTI Inc., a large electronic component distributor, and smaller businesses like Jolen Services, Crestwood Technology Group, and Champion Aerospace. Most awards are firm fixed-price purchase orders with no specific set-aside designation, indicating open competition. The contracts support maintenance, repair, and operational readiness of military equipment across aviation, maritime, and land-based systems.

The recent federal contract opportunities for capacitors are primarily from the Department of Energy's Western Area Power Administration and the Department of the Navy. These solicitations seek specific capacitor models for power infrastructure and naval applications, with a focus on small business participation. The opportunities include requests for GE capacitors for power substations, shunt capacitor banks, and replacement components for electrical systems. Most opportunities are designated as total small business set-asides, targeting businesses with 800 employees or fewer, and involve technical specifications for specific voltage, power, and operational requirements in locations such as North Dakota and various military installations.