Headsets, Handsets, Microphones And Speakers

PSC 5965-P (Headsets, Handsets, Microphones, and Speakers) encompasses a broad range of communication and audio equipment used across federal government agencies. These products include aviation headsets, tactical communication systems, virtual reality headsets, conference room audio equipment, and specialized microphones for military and civilian applications. The equipment supports critical functions such as military communications, training simulations, medical rehabilitation, emergency response, and administrative communications.

Federal contract awards in this PSC category demonstrate significant diversity, with values ranging from under $10,000 to nearly $1.2 million. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime is the most frequent awarding agency, consistently procuring communication components for military systems. Frequently awarded contractors include David Clark Co Inc., Roanwell LLC, Invisio Communications Inc., and Pro Flight Gear LLC. Many awards utilize the Solutions for Enterprise Wide Procurement (SEWP) V government-wide acquisition contract. Set-asides predominantly include total small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, and women-owned small business designations, with most performance locations centered in military installations and government facilities across the United States.

Recent federal contract opportunities reveal requirements for specialized communication equipment across various agencies, including the Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of the Air Force, Department of the Navy, and Coast Guard. Opportunities seek items such as aviation headsets, tactical communication systems, virtual reality training equipment, conference room audio upgrades, and specific microphone and speaker components. Performance locations span military bases in California, Hawaii, Nevada, and other states. Many solicitations emphasize technical compatibility, brand-specific requirements, and strict packaging and performance standards. Procurement methods include simplified acquisition procedures, brand-name or equal specifications, and evaluation criteria focusing on technical capability, past performance, and price.