Oscillators And Piezoelectric Crystals

PSC Category 5955-P encompasses oscillators and piezoelectric crystals, which are critical electronic components used in various military and aerospace applications. These precision-engineered devices generate, modify, and control electrical signals across a wide range of frequency-sensitive electronic systems. The components are primarily used in communications, radar, navigation, electronic warfare, and signal processing technologies for military platforms including aircraft, naval vessels, and ground-based systems.

Federal contract awards in this category predominantly feature small purchase orders from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime, typically ranging from $1,000 to $250,000 with performance periods of 6-12 months. Frequent awardees include small businesses like Vertex LLC, Crane Electronics, Lokos Electronics, and Jgils, LLC, with many awards set aside for small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and women-owned small businesses. The majority of awards are firm fixed-price purchase orders for specific oscillator or crystal units with National Stock Numbers (NSNs), primarily delivered to DLA distribution depots. Funding agencies include DLA, Naval Sea Systems Command, Air Force Sustainment Center, and other Department of Defense components.

Recent federal contract opportunities include solicitations from the Naval Supply Systems Command seeking specialized oscillator repairs and replacements, the Federal Aviation Administration requesting oscillator circuit card assemblies, and the Department of Energy seeking lead tungstate crystals for scientific research equipment. These opportunities demonstrate the diverse applications of oscillators and piezoelectric crystals across military, aerospace, aviation, and scientific research domains. Solicitations typically require detailed technical specifications, manufacturing plans, and adherence to strict government procurement regulations, with places of performance including naval facilities, FAA locations, and research laboratories.