ContractSources Sought

Specialty Fiber Optic Draw Tower

DEPT OF DEFENSE N0017326RFICM01
Response Deadline
Dec 12, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
No Set aside used
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, through the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), is seeking potential sources for the procurement of a Specialty Fiber Optic Draw Tower. This specialized equipment is essential for producing high-precision fiber optics, which are critical for various laser systems, and must meet specific physical and functional characteristics outlined in the associated documentation. Key features of the required Fiber Draw Tower include a resistive heated furnace, a preform feed mechanism, multiple independent channels for preform pressurization, fiber coating systems, and an automatic closed-loop control system, all designed to ensure a fully turnkey operation for various fiber types and diameters. Interested firms must submit a capability statement demonstrating their ability to fulfill these requirements, and inquiries can be directed to Connor Murphy or Sonya Diaz De Leon via their provided email addresses. Please note that this is a Sources Sought notice and not a solicitation for proposals.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
333248
All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
PSC Code
3695
MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Salient Characteristics - Fiber Draw Tower.docx
Word21 KB12/2/2025
AI Summary
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) requires a specialized Fiber Draw Tower for producing high-precision fiber optics, critical for various laser systems. This Request for Proposal (RFP) outlines the essential physical and functional characteristics, capabilities, and minimum specifications for the required equipment. Key components include a resistive heated furnace, preform feed mechanism, startup belt tractor, four independent channels for preform pressurization/vacuum, two independent fiber coating systems with LED UV curing, two coating measurement systems, a take-up capstan, and an automatic closed-loop control system. The tower must also allow software access for future in-house hardware additions due to potential ITAR or foreign disclosure restrictions. Technical specifications detail requirements for silica fiber drawing, cane and tube production, and coating systems, emphasizing a fully turnkey operation within a specific footprint and capabilities for various fiber types and diameters.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedDec 1, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineDec 12, 2025
expiryArchive DateDec 27, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Office
NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY

Point of Contact

Name
Connor Murphy

Place of Performance

Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES

Official Sources