NAVAIR PMA 202 Communication Head Set Sources Sought
ID: N00421-25-WPM202-XX02Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER AIR DIVPATUXENT RIVER, MD, 20670-1545, USA

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Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division, is seeking information from manufacturers regarding the Communication Head Set as part of a sources sought notice for NAVAIR PMA 202. The objective is to identify potential sources capable of producing headsets with specific functionalities, including high-fidelity sound, noise cancellation, and compatibility with military communication systems, which are critical for aircrew operations in the Navy and Marine Corps. This procurement is essential for enhancing aircrew endurance and safety during missions, and responses will inform whether a full solicitation will be issued. Interested manufacturers should contact Christopher Woehrer at christopher.m.woehrer.civ@us.navy.mil or Jamie Billig at james.d.billig.civ@us.navy.mil for further details, as this notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

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