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COMMUNICATIONS & EAR PROTECTION, INC

UEI: N5JPLHCDLND1CAGE: 1JGL0

COMMUNICATIONS & EAR PROTECTION, INC is a federal contractor, registered under UEI N5JPLHCDLND1 and CAGE code 1JGL0. It has been awarded $33,479,144 across 645 federal contracts. Primary work spans Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing, Other Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing, and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing. Top awarding agencies include Department Of Defense, Department Of Defense (dod), and Other agencies (2 agencies, <0.5% each).

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Registration and classification details

Registration

UEI Code

N5JPLHCDLND1

CAGE Code

1JGL0

Entity Structure

Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)

Established

N/A

Business Classifications

2XMFXS

NAICS Codes

334220Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
334290Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing(Primary)
339113Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Federal Contracting Overview

Award totals, agency breakdown, NAICS distribution, and geographic footprint.

AI Capability Profile

Communications & Ear Protection, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacturing, and supply of mission-critical audio and electronic components for defense and government applications. Their core capabilities center on the production of military-grade electrical headsets, wiring harnesses, and integr...

Communications & Ear Protection, Inc. specializes in the design, manufacturing, and supply of mission-critical audio and electronic components for defense and government applications. Their core capabilities center on the production of military-grade electrical headsets, wiring harnesses, and integrated communication systems compliant with stringent military specifications. The company demonstrates deep technical expertise in electroacoustic transducer integration, signal conditioning circuits, EMI/RFI shielding, and ruggedized cabling solutions tailored for harsh operational environments. Their specialization in NSN 5965014884332 headset assemblies and associated wiring harnesses indicates a focused proficiency in soldier-worn communication systems, including noise-canceling microphones, secure audio interfaces, and modular connector systems that meet MIL-STD-810 and DO-160 standards. The contractor maintains a consistent relationship with the Department of Defense and DLA Land and Maritime, primarily supplying components for tactical communication systems, body-worn audio gear, and integrated ear protection platforms. These engagements reflect a trusted vendor status for repeat procurements of standardized, high-reliability electronic assemblies critical to fielded warfighter systems. Industry focus is anchored in NAICS 334310 (audio and video equipment manufacturing) and 334419 (other electronic component manufacturing), with additional strength in current-carrying wiring device manufacturing (335931). This positions the company as a niche supplier within the defense electronics supply chain, serving verticals requiring certified, low-volume, high-assurance production of electro-mechanical subsystems. As a small business structured as a 2L entity based in Enterprise, Alabama, Communications & Ear Protection, Inc. operates without federal certifications but maintains a focused presence in the defense procurement market through proven delivery of mission-essential electronic components. Their geographic footprint and operational model support agile, responsive manufacturing aligned with DoD supply chain resilience objectives.

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Awards by Agency
Department Of Defense$33.1M98.8%
Department Of Defense (dod)$317.7K1%
Other agencies (2 agencies, <0.5% each)$84.9K0.3%
Awards by NAICS
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334310 - Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing$8.2M24.4%
315999 - Other Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing$7.1M21.3%
334419 - Other Electronic Component Manufacturing$4.7M13.9%
335931 - Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing$2.6M7.9%
339999 - All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing$2.4M7.2%
333298 - All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing$2.0M6%
334220 - Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing$1.9M5.6%
335999 - All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing$1.1M3.2%
334290 - Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing$751.1K2.2%
334210 - Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing$677.5K2%
332994 - Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing$494.4K1.5%
541712 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)$474.5K1.4%
541710 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences$284.3K0.9%
423110 - Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers$194.1K0.6%
423850 - Service Establishment Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers$185.1K0.6%
Others - Other NAICS codes (15 codes, <0.5% each)$451.3K1.4%
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NAICS: 334210
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SHELL, TELEPHONE BASE
Solicitation # SPE8EN-26-T-2782
The contract specifies the procurement of 10 units of a SHELL, TELEPHONE BASE, VEHICLE CRADLE, identified by NSN 5805-01-554-4324 and part number VCD7000-P000R from SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES INC. DBA 64928, at a unit price of $10.00 for a total contract value of $100.00. Delivery is required within 167 days after the award date, with FOB Origin terms applying, meaning the contractor assumes all transport costs and risks until the goods reach the designated destination at DDSP NEW CUMBERLAND FACILITY, 2083 NORMANDY DRIVE, NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070-5002. The item must be packaged per ASTM D3951, but must fully comply with the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which supersede any conflicting standards. Palletization must adhere to RP001: DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement, and all packages must be marked and labeled in accordance with MIL-STD-129, including proper Unit of Issue and Quantity per Unit Pack (QUP) alignment. Barcoding and logistics marking follow MIL-STD-129’s standardized formats. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination by the Government, with no tolerance for quantity variance. The contractor must comply with cybersecurity requirements including CMMC Level 2 self-assessment and adherence to NIST SP 800-171 for safeguarding covered defense information. Hazardous materials, if any, require labeling per OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard and submission of Safety Data Sheets, with any radioactive materials exceeding thresholds clearly identified under MIL-STD-129. The contract mandates adherence to the Buy American Act, applicable small business programs, and requirements for Unique Entity ID and CAGE code disclosures. Electronic invoicing is mandatory through Wide Area WorkFlow, and all subcontracting actions must follow the clauses for commercial products and services. Contractors are bound by strict representations regarding employment eligibility, anti-trafficking policies, and prohibitions on internal confidentiality agreements. The solicitation issued under SPE8EN-26-T-2782 on August 5, 2026, and closed for response on August 17, 2026, is administered by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department
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NAICS: 334419
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WIRING HARNESS, BRAN
Solicitation # SPE4A6-26-T-12UF
The contract pertains to the procurement of a single unit of a branched wiring harness identified by NSN 6150-00-394-4934 under solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-12UF, with a delivery requirement of 58 days after order. Technical and quality specifications are governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements referenced by R or I numbers, with applicable revisions determined by the solicitation or award date depending on the acquisition size. Packaging must comply with DLA packaging standards, and any non-accepted supplies must have government identification removed. Sampling follows MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 Table 1 with zero non-conformances required unless otherwise stated, with attributes classified as critical, major, or minor corresponding to specific verification levels or AQLs. All technical data associated with this item is subject to export control under ITAR or EAR, restricting disclosure to foreign persons regardless of location, and requires prior authorization from the Department of State or Commerce. Only DLA contractors with approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program status, completed export control training, and DLA authorization may access such data. The contract is issued by the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division with performance at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, and all inquiries should be directed to the primary point of contact, Alliyah Richmond.
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NAICS: 339999
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DRAFTING INSTRUMENT
Solicitation # SPE8E9-26-T-3303
This contract governs the procurement of drafting instruments under NSN 6675-00-641-3531, with a quantity of 64 units, pursuant to solicitation SPE8E9-26-T-3303. The technical and quality requirements are dictated by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, referenced by R-numbers such as RP001, RQ006, and RA001, with the applicable revision controlled by the solicitation issue date for simplified acquisitions or the RFP issue date for larger ones, unless a solicitation amendment supersedes it. The contract explicitly prohibits the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds to any supplied hardware, with narrow exceptions for functional uses in batteries, fluorescent lights, instruments, sensors, controls, weapon systems, and specified chemical reagents. Portable devices containing mercury must meet shock-proof standards and include a secondary containment boundary as mandated by NAVSEA 5100-003D. The product specification deviates from CID A-A-52034 in specific ways: the center horn must be a transparent plastic disc with defined diameter and tolerance, paired with a centered rubber gasket having prescribed dimensions and protrusion, and revised nomenclature replaces obsolete classifications for protractors and triangles, now correctly identifying them as semicircular protractors and triangles with specified angles and dimensions. The contract item is procured as a fully competitive commercial item under federal specification, with delivery due 167 days after award, and is managed by the Department of Defense’s Construction & Equipment MRO Service I, with performance located in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.
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NAICS: 335999
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TAPE, INSULATION, ELECTR
Solicitation # SPE7M0-26-T-031K
This contract specifies the procurement of electrical insulation tape meeting MIL-I-19166C revision C dated 02/26/2021, with a unit of issue of 1 RO equaling 108 feet, for a total quantity of 1,200 ROs. The item is classified as a commercial item and carries a shelf life of 12 months from manufacture, non-extendable, unless stored under controlled conditions of 50°F to 80°F and less than 75% relative humidity, in which case it may be inspected and re-certified up to a maximum of five years. It is designated as hazardous under HMIC code P, requiring full compliance with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) submission standards including hazard labels and a completed transmittal form to dscrchempol@dla.mil. Packaging and marking must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129R, with palletization conforming to DLA packaging requirements. Sampling must follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 with zero non-conformances required for acceptance unless otherwise directed; unspecified attributes are treated as major. The tape must qualify under QPL-19166-30 revision 30 and comply with all referenced technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List. Delivery is FOB origin with a five-day delivery window to Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard, Hawaii, and requires full compliance with DLA procurement notes for transportation and freight. The NSN is 5970-00-612-8492 with a required delivery date of July 31, 2026, and all documentation must reflect current DLA unit of issue and marking specifications.
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NAICS: 334419
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WIRING HARNESS
Solicitation # SPE4A6-26-T-12SP
The contract is for the procurement of four wiring harnesses identified by NSN 6150-01-494-3534, with a delivery requirement of 170 days after order issuance. The solicitation number is SPE4A6-26-T-12SP, posted on August 5, 2026, with responses due by August 13, 2026. The item falls under NAICS code 334419 and is managed by the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense. The place of performance is specified as Barstow, California, with Alliyah Richmond listed as the primary point of contact. The contract mandates compliance with CMMC Level 2 requirements as certified by a Third-Party Assessment Organization and permits the use of Certificate of Conformance procedures unless explicitly withheld by a Quality Assurance Letter of Instruction. The technical data associated with this wiring harness is subject to U.S. export control regulations under ITAR or EAR, prohibiting any disclosure or transfer to foreign persons regardless of location, including foreign national employees and subsidiaries. DFARS 252.225-7048 governs the handling of this data, and distribution is restricted to DLA contractors who hold an approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification, have completed mandatory DOD export control training, and have been formally approved by DLA to access controlled data. All handling, storage, and transmission of technical documentation must adhere strictly to these restrictions to prevent unauthorized export or disclosure.
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NAICS: 334419
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WIRING HARNESS, BRANCHE
Solicitation # SPE7L1-26-T-917E
The contract is for a single unit of a branched wiring harness identified by NSN 6150-01-586-5212 and part number 3754508, issued under solicitation SPE7L1-26-T-917E to OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC. Delivery is required within 10 days FOB origin to Fort Sill, Oklahoma, with no variance permitted in quantity. The item must be packaged in compliance with ASTM D3951 and labeled per MIL-STD-129, with palletization meeting DLA’s packaging requirements, and all packaging must adhere to the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which take precedence over any other standard. Sampling for quality assurance must follow MIL-STD-1916 or an equivalent zero-based plan, with critical, major, and minor attributes assigned verification levels VII, IV, and II or AQLs of 0.1, 1.0, and 4.0 respectively, and acceptance requires zero non-conformances unless otherwise specified. The contractor must comply with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 self-assessment requirements and is subject to Covered Defense Information protocols under RD002. Item Unique Identification is not required per customer request. Shipment must be sent by the fastest traceable means, excluding parcel post, to the specified delivery address with the RDD 555 designation, and all markings must include the referenced mail forward and vendor details. The original required delivery date is August 3, 2026.
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NAICS: 334419
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CABLE ASSEMBLY, SPECIAL
Solicitation # SPE4A6-26-T-12SF
The contract is for a special-purpose electrical cable assembly, identified by NSN 5995015922049 and part number NF24Q100, with a total quantity of 8,881 feet to be delivered within 170 days FOB origin. The unit of issue has been changed to feet effective May 1, 2015, with a 1:12 conversion ratio, and delivery must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E packaging standards, including specific preservation methods, materials, and marking per MIL-STD-129 without special markings. The contract allows for a 10% variance in quantity and requires inspection and acceptance at the destination. Packaging must also adhere to DLA’s procurement requirements, including palletization guidelines, and all supplies must be physically identified per RQ017. Sampling for quality verification must follow MIL-STD-1916 or a comparable zero-based plan, with critical, major, and minor attributes assigned verification levels of VII, IV, and II or AQLs of 0.1, 1.0, and 4.0 respectively; acceptance requires zero non-conformances unless otherwise specified. The cable assembly is designated a critical application item, and cybersecurity compliance is mandated through CMMC Level 2 self-assessment. The solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334419, issued by the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division, with performance at Tinker AFB and point of contact Berkeley Vaughan. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List, and the contract is subject to covered defense information provisions as well as restrictions on removal of government identification from non-accepted supplies.
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NAICS: 335999
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POWER SUPPLY
Solicitation # SPE7L7-26-T-4579
This contract pertains to the procurement of 141 units of a power supply identified by NSN 6130-01-684-4022 under solicitation SPE7L7-26-T-4579, with a total contracted value of $141.00 per unit and a delivery deadline of 173 days from the award, targeting receipt by February 7, 2027. Delivery is FOB origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination, and no variance in quantity is permitted. All items must be packaged in compliance with ASTM D3951, but must fully adhere to the more stringent DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, including MIL-STD-129 for marking and labeling. Palletization must follow DLA packaging requirements, and all supplies must be free from intentional addition of mercury or mercury compounds, except in specifically exempted applications such as functional batteries, fluorescent lights, and authorized instruments, with portable mercury-containing devices requiring shockproof construction and secondary containment per NAVSEA 5100-003D. Sampling must comply with MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 using zero-defect acceptance unless otherwise directed, with critical, major, and minor attributes assigned specific verification levels or AQLs. The contractor is DRS Network & Imaging Systems, LLC, and the delivery point is the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. Government identification must be removed from non-accepted supplies, and all technical and quality provisions referenced by R or I numbers are incorporated by reference from the DLA Master List. The unit of issue is each, and transportation logistics are governed by DLAD procedural notes C19 and C20.
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NAICS: 334419
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SHIELDING GASKET, EL
Solicitation # SPE7M5-26-T-368H
The contract is for the procurement of 16 units of SHIELDING GASKET, EL under solicitation SPE7M5-26-T-368H, with a total value of $256.00 at $16.00 per unit. Delivery is required within 20 days after award to the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, WA, with FOB origin terms and no variance allowed in quantity. All items must be packaged in strict compliance with MIL-STD-2073-1E, employing preservation method 31 for dry storage, and marked according to MIL-STD-129 with no special marking identifiers. The National Stock Number is 5999-01-686-1234, and shipments must be sent via the fastest traceable means, explicitly excluding parcel post. The contract mandates electronic invoicing through WAWF and requires the supplier to provide a Unique Entity ID and CAGE code. Special requirements include adherence to hazard communication standards under DFARS 252.223-7001, where any hazardous materials must be identified and labeled prior to award. The contract includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering equal opportunity, human trafficking prevention, employment eligibility verification, sustainable products, cybersecurity safeguards such as NIST SP 800-171 and safeguarding covered defense information, whistleblower protections, and restrictions on covered telecommunications equipment. All offers must be submitted electronically via the DLA Internet Bid Board System by August 17, 2026, and the sole point of contact for solicitation inquiries is Margaret Smith of the Defense Logistics Agency’s Active Devices Division. The acquisition is governed by DLA’s Packaging Requirements for Procurement (RP001) and technical/quality requirements from the DLA Master List, with inspection and acceptance conducted at destination. No options or extensions are available, and the basis of award is not explicitly stated but inferred to be price-based.
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NAICS: 334419
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CONTACT, ELECTRICAL
Solicitation # SPE7M0-26-T-031N
This contract is for the procurement of one electrical contact component, identified by part number 3RT2036-1AN20 and NSN 5999017312005, manufactured by SIEMENS INDUSTRY, INC. The requirement is issued under solicitation SPE7M0-26-T-031N with a firm delivery deadline of five days after award and delivery must be FOB origin. The quantity is fixed at one unit with no tolerance for variance. Packaging and marking must strictly follow MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129 standards, with packaging codes and methods specified including preservative method 41, dry packaging, and D3 unit container with E5 intermediate container. The item must be palletized according to DLA packaging requirements and shipped via traceable freight methods—parcel post is prohibited. The delivery and freight address is Fort Stewart, Georgia, with the same recipient for mark for instructions. A technical and quality compliance requirement is incorporated by reference from the DLA Master List, and all supplies must comply with government identification removal protocols and physical marking standards. The contract includes government-only administrative codes and indicates an original required delivery date of June 10, 2026, though no ship date is specified. The solicitation was posted on August 5, 2026, with a response deadline of August 17, 2026, under a federal procurement framework managed by the Department of Defense and the Maritime Supply Chain ESOC.
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NAICS: 335931
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CABLE ASSEMBLY, POWE
Solicitation # SPE4A6-26-T-12UK
The contract is for the procurement of eight cable assemblies, power, electrical, identified by NSN 5995-01-702-3934, under solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-12UK, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency’s ASC Commodities Division. Delivery is required within 170 days of award, and the solicitation opened on August 5, 2026, with a response deadline of August 13, 2026. The item is subject to stringent technical and quality requirements incorporated from the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, including physical identification and bare item marking, packaging standards per DLA guidelines, and rules for removing government identification from non-accepted supplies. Inspection and acceptance must occur at the manufacturer’s origin, and sampling must follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 with zero non-conformances tolerated unless otherwise specified, with critical, major, and minor attributes assigned specific verification levels or AQLs. The technical data associated with this item is subject to export controls under ITAR or EAR, restricting access to authorized parties only—contractors must hold valid US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification, complete mandatory DOD export control training, and obtain DLA approval to handle the data. The place of performance is New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, and all technical and compliance obligations are enforced under applicable DFARS provisions including 252.225-7048.
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