1550nm Pulsed Laser

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the requirements for a 1550 nm pulsed fiber-coupled laser system for laboratory use. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is procuring this equipment.

• Laser Specifications:

  • Wavelength: 1550 nm
  • Pulse Duration: 500 fs to 50 ps (not tunable)
  • Repetition Rate: User-selectable from 1 Hz to 80 MHz
  • Average Output Power: At least 1 mW, not exceeding 300 mW
  • Output: Fiber-coupled, single-mode fiber with FC/APC connector
  • Background Optical Power: 30 dB below optical pulse power

• Control:

  • External trigger input required.
  • Output electrical trigger synchronized with optical pulses.
  • Remote control via USB and/or GPIB required.
  • Ethernet cannot be the sole remote control interface.

• Ancillary Items: Vendor must identify all necessary accessories, pulse-picking modules, trigger options, software, and control hardware.

• Documentation: Vendor must provide documentation to verify compliance with stated specifications.

• Delivery: System must be suitable for laboratory use and shipped ready for operation.

• Period of Performance: Delivery of goods, installation, and training to be completed no later than 08 Weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• The document details various sections for vendor consideration, including planning, shipping & delivery, electronic media, installation, facility/utility considerations, warranty, training, inspection, and maintenance. Vendors should address these as applicable to their offering.

• Not specified in this document.

• This document is Version 1.0 (2019) of the Requirements / Specification Document.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12. It constitutes the only solicitation, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The procurement is for a "1550 nm Pulsed Laser" as detailed in the attached "Requirements and Specifications" document.

• The primary deliverable is a "1550 nm Pulsed Laser" per the attached "Requirements and Specifications" document.

• The attached "Requirements and Specifications" document details the specific requirements for the item, including quantities and units of measure.

• Shipping is FOB Destination.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implied to be a firm-fixed-price Purchase Order.

• Delivery is required within eight (8) weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Acceptance is expected within fourteen (14) days after items are received.

• Quotations are due by the date and time specified in the solicitation.

• Quotations must be submitted electronically to lisa.stevens@nist.gov.

• Technical Quotation: Must include a technical description, product literature, and/or drawings demonstrating how the proposed system meets each minimum requirement. Simply stating compliance is insufficient; evidence must be provided.

• Price Quotation: Must be a firm-fixed-price quote, including all shipping and delivery fees. Pricing must be submitted separately from the technical quotation.

• Price quotations must remain valid for 90 days.

• Evaluation Factors:

  • Factor 1 - Technical Capability: Evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis. The proposed technical approach must demonstrate a clear and unambiguous understanding and ability to meet minimum requirements.
  • Factor 2 - Price: Quoted price will be evaluated for reasonableness. Price realism will not be conducted.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.

• This requirement is being solicited as unrestricted.

• Offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and have completed required Representations and Certifications.

• All communications and documents must reference solicitation number NB686010-26-01534.

• Offerors proposing products manufactured outside the U.S. must identify any additional charges (e.g., customs, tariffs) as a separate line item.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR provisions and clauses by reference, including those related to System for Award Management, Representations, Contract Terms and Conditions, Evaluation, and Place of Manufacture.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12. It constitutes the only solicitation, and no written solicitation will be issued. The procurement is for a "1550 nm Pulsed Laser" as detailed in the attached Requirements and Specifications document. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. This requirement is being solicited as unrestricted.

• The primary deliverable is a "1550 nm Pulsed Laser" per the attached Requirements and Specifications.

• Shipping is FOB Destination.

• Delivery is required within eight (8) Weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Acceptance is expected within fourteen (14) days after receipt of items.

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is 8 weeks ARO.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Quotations must be submitted electronically to lisa.stevens@nist.gov by the specified due date and time.

• Quotations must include:

  • Information demonstrating capability to meet or exceed requirements.
  • A firm fixed price quote including all shipping and delivery fees.
  • Payment Terms: Net 30.
  • Country of origin/manufacture.
  • FOB Destination details.
  • Company SAM Unique Entity ID.
  • Completed Representations and Certifications.

• Technical Quotation: Must include a technical description, product literature, and/or drawings demonstrating how the proposed system meets each minimum requirement, with citations.

• Evaluation Factors:

  • Factor 1 – Technical Capability: Evaluated on an Acceptable / Unacceptable basis.
  • Factor 2 - Price: Evaluated for reasonableness.

• This requirement is being solicited as unrestricted.

• Offerors must have and maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• All communications and documents must include the solicitation number NB686010-26-01534.

• Quoters proposing products manufactured outside the United States must identify any other or unknown charges applicable to the sale of these products as a separate line item (CLIN 0002), including country of origin and relevant tariffs.

• Attachment 1 - Requirements and Specifications is a critical part of this solicitation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the requirements for a 1550 nm pulsed fiber-coupled laser system for laboratory use. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is procuring this equipment.

• Laser Specifications:

  • Wavelength: 1550 nm
  • Pulse Duration: 500 fs to 50 ps (not necessarily tunable)
  • Repetition Rate: User-selectable, 1 Hz to 80 MHz
  • Average Output Power: At least 1 mW, up to 300 mW (fiber-coupled)
  • Output Fiber: Single-mode, FC/APC connector
  • Background Optical Power: 30 dB below pulse power

• Control:

  • External trigger input required.
  • Output electrical trigger timed with optical pulses.
  • Remote control via USB and/or GPIB required.
  • Ethernet cannot be the sole remote control interface.

• Ancillary Items: Vendor must identify all necessary accessories, pulse-picking modules, trigger options, software, and control hardware.

• Documentation: Vendor must provide documentation to verify compliance with stated requirements.

• Delivery: System must be suitable for laboratory use and shipped ready for operation.

• Delivery Timeline: Delivery of goods, installation, and training must be completed no later than 8 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Warranty: Base manufacturer warranty is acceptable. Specifics for labor, parts, travel, cost/liability for returns, and warranty length are to be detailed by the vendor.

• Service Requirements: The document outlines sections for Planning Considerations, Shipping & Delivery, Electronic Media, Installation, Facility/Utility Considerations, Warranty, Training, Inspection and Acceptance, Maintenance, Government Furnished Material/Equipment, and Travel. Bidders should address these as applicable.

• Pricing: Separately priced options and services may be listed.

• Not explicitly stated in this document.

• This document serves as the Requirements / Specification Document, Version 1.0 (2019).