Sources Sought for One (1) Continuous Wave (CW) Fiber Laser
ID: W911QX24Q0129Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG ADELPHIADELPHI, MD, 20783-1197, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS, TEST EQUIPMENT, COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (6650)

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https://sam.gov/opp/84c24b47590b465a86faab93508ddb0a/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army's W6QK ACC-APG Adelphi office, is seeking sources for a continuous wave (CW) fiber laser. This laser should operate at a wavelength of 1020 nanometers (nm) and a CW power level of 50 Watts (W).

    The Army is exploring options for a single fiber laser system, and interested parties should provide detailed information about their ability to meet this requirement. Potential suppliers should refer to the attached Sources Sought document for further details and specific technical specifications.

    If you think you can fulfill this requirement, please reach out to the primary contact, Zachary Dowling, via email at zachary.a.dowling2.civ@army.mil, or phone at 520-672-9587. Alternatively, you can contact the secondary contact, Rachel Brandenburg, at rachel.l.brandenburg.ctr@army.mil or 520-672-9595.

    Please note that there is no deadline specified for responses, and interested parties are encouraged to inquire or submit their proposals at their earliest convenience.

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