ContractSources Sought

Sources Sought Notice for Continuous Wave Parametric Oscillator (CW OPO) Laser System

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE NIST-SS26-CHIPS-16
Response Deadline
Dec 5, 2026
248 days left
Days Remaining
248
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking information regarding a Continuous Wave Parametric Oscillator (CW OPO) Laser System to fulfill specific technical requirements. The desired system must include a pump laser, signal and idler laser outputs with defined tunable ranges and power, control electronics compatible with U.S. power and Windows PCs, as well as a high-accuracy wavelength meter and stabilization controls. This procurement is crucial for advancing analytical laboratory capabilities, and interested vendors are encouraged to submit their company details, equipment specifications, and service offerings by email to Forest Crumpler at forest.crumpler@nist.gov by October 31, 2022. This notice serves as market research and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
334516
Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC Code
6640
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
NIST-SS26-CHIPS-16.pdf
PDF131 KBNov 20, 2025
AI Summary
NIST is seeking information for a commercial CW OPO Laser System to meet specific technical requirements. The system must include a pump laser, signal and idler laser outputs with defined tunable ranges and power, control electronics compatible with US power and Windows PCs, a wavelength meter with high accuracy, and wavelength stabilization controls. All necessary optical fibers, cables, and power supply components must be included. Respondents should provide company details, equipment specifications (brand, model, capabilities), indicate if they are a manufacturer or reseller, and discuss customization limits, NAICS code suitability, available services (installation, training, maintenance), standard terms, facility renovation options, pricing, manufacturing location, and any existing Federal Supply Schedule contracts. Responses should avoid proprietary information and be submitted by email by October 31, 2022. This is a market research notice, not a solicitation or commitment to award a contract.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedNov 20, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineDec 5, 2026
expiryArchive DateDec 20, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
Sub-Tier
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY
Office
DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST

Point of Contact

Name
Forest Crumpler

Place of Performance

Gaithersburg, Maryland, UNITED STATES

Official Sources