PSC Code 6650 encompasses a broad range of optical instruments, test equipment, components, and accessories used in various federal government applications. This classification includes precision optical devices such as binoculars, magnifiers, microscopes, periscopes, and telescopes, as well as optical elements like lenses, prisms, and windows. Additionally, it covers optical benches and associated devices, fiber optics (non-medical), and endoscopes designed for non-medical purposes. Government agencies utilize these optical products for surveillance, reconnaissance, scientific research, training, and technical testing, supporting diverse missions ranging from environmental monitoring to defense operations. The PSC facilitates the procurement of specialized optical technologies critical for mission success and operational readiness.

Includes for PSC 6650

This PSC code covers the following products and services:

Binoculars; Magnifiers; Microscopes; Periscopes; Telescopes. Optical Elements, such as Lens, Prisms, Windows; Optical Benches and associated devices; Endoscopes, Fiber Optics (non-medical).

Excludes for PSC 6650

This PSC code does NOT cover the following:

Fire Control Instruments, Optical; Surveying Instruments, Optical; Photogrammetric Instruments; Octants and Sextants; Optical Instruments Integrated with Fire Control Equipment; Ophthalmological Instruments; Electronic Fiber Optic Test Equipment; Medical Endoscopes.

Typical Buyers & Agencies for PSC 6650

Typical buyers under PSC 6650 include defense agencies such as the Department of Defense, intelligence community entities, scientific research organizations, and federal law enforcement agencies. These buyers require high-precision optical equipment for applications like surveillance, target identification, environmental analysis, and technical testing. Additionally, agencies involved in space exploration, homeland security, and natural resources management may procure these products for specialized optical instrumentation needs. The PSC enables these entities to acquire reliable and mission-critical optical devices that meet stringent government standards.

Common Contract Types for PSC 6650

Contracts under PSC 6650 often involve firm-fixed-price, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ), and time-and-materials arrangements to accommodate the procurement of both standard and custom optical equipment. Competitive bidding is common due to the specialized nature of the products, although sole-source contracts may be awarded for proprietary or highly technical items. Procurement methods range from simplified acquisitions for lower-value needs to full and open federal solicitations for complex, high-value optical systems. These contracts support both one-time purchases and ongoing supply or maintenance agreements.

Plain-Language Breakdown for PSC 6650

Includes precision optical devices like binoculars, microscopes, and telescopes used by federal agencies.
Covers optical elements such as lenses, prisms, and optical benches, as well as non-medical fiber optics and endoscopes.
Primarily procured by defense, intelligence, scientific, and law enforcement agencies for surveillance and testing.
Contracts range from firm-fixed-price to IDIQ, supporting both standard products and customized optical solutions.
Frequently associated with NAICS codes 333314, 334516, and 541380 relating to optical manufacturing and testing.
Excludes medical optical instruments and equipment integrated with fire control or surveying systems.

Related Categories for PSC 6650

Other categories at the same level as 6650

6605 NAVIGATIONAL INSTRUMENTS

Navigational Instruments

6610 FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS

Flight Instruments

6615 AUTOMATIC PILOT MECHANISMS AND AIRBORNE GYRO COMPONENTS

Automatic Pilot Mechanisms and Airborne Gyro Components

6620 ENGINE INSTRUMENTS

Engine Instruments

6625 ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS

Electrical and Electronic Properties Measuring and Testing Instruments

6630 CHEMICAL ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS

Chemical Analysis Instruments

6632 ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS, MEDICAL LABORATORY USE

Analysis Instruments, Medical Laboratory Use

6635 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES TESTING AND INSPECTION

Physical Properties Testing and Inspection

6636 ENVIRONMENTAL CHAMBERS AND RELATED EQUIPMENT

Environmental Chambers and Related Equipment

6640 LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

Laboratory Equipment and Supplies

6645 TIME MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

Time Measuring Instruments

6655 GEOPHYSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Geophysical Instruments

6660 METEOROLOGICAL INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS

Meteorological Instruments and Apparatus

6665 HAZARD-DETECTING INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS

Hazard-Detecting Instruments and Apparatus

6670 SCALES AND BALANCES

Scales and Balances

6675 DRAFTING, SURVEYING, AND MAPPING INSTRUMENTS

Drafting, Surveying, and Mapping Instruments

6680 LIQUID AND GAS FLOW, LIQUID LEVEL, AND MECHANICAL MOTION MEASURING INSTRUMENTS

Liquid and Gas Flow, Liquid Level, and Mechanical Motion Measuring Instruments

6685 PRESSURE, TEMPERATURE, AND HUMIDITY MEASURING AND CONTROLLING INSTRUMENTS

Pressure, Temperature, and Humidity Measuring and Controlling Instruments

6695 COMBINATION AND MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENTS

Combination and Miscellaneous Instruments

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