5-Freedom Photonics Instatune Laser-InstaTune-C1/ 1527 nm Starting Wavelength
ID: 80NSSC25896674QType: Special Notice
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATIONNASA SHARED SERVICES CENTERSTENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS, 39529, USA

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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

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COMBINATION AND MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENTS (6695)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9609288ed6ad4725afd01201fac46b1c/view
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    The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is seeking proposals for the procurement of five InstaTune lasers (part number FP4209-C1) to support the experimental development of a Fiber Optic Sensing System (FOSS) for the Launch Service Provider’s nanoFOSS project. The lasers must maintain a center wavelength of 1550 nm, with a wavelength accuracy of ±15 pm and a sweeping range of 40 nm, along with a minimum output power of 5 mW. This procurement is critical for ensuring precision and reliability in advanced sensing applications, which are vital for NASA's ongoing research and development efforts. Interested contractors should direct inquiries to Tracy Bremer at tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov or call 228-813-6136 for further details.

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    Tracy Bremer
    (228) 813-6136
    tracy.g.bremer@nasa.gov
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    The government file outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of five InstaTune lasers (part number FP4209-C1) to facilitate the experimental development of a Fiber Optic Sensing System (FOSS) for the Launch Service Provider’s nanoFOSS project. Key requirements specify that the lasers must maintain a center wavelength of 1550 nm, with a wavelength accuracy of ±15 pm and a sweeping range of 40 nm. Additionally, the output power of the lasers should be a minimum of 5 mW. The period of performance mandates that testing must occur prior to shipment to NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC). This document highlights the essential specifications and expectations for contractors involved in supplying the lasers, underlining the project’s focus on precision and reliability for advanced sensing applications.
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