2.6NA GaAs SIL LENSE

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a sole source synopsis for a requirement by the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane for one (1) 2.6NA GaAs SIL custom backing objective, 100µm RST. The government intends to solicit and negotiate with one source, Checkpoint Technologies, LLC, under FAR 12.102(a), as they are the sole OEM and provider of the required item.

• One (1) 2.6NA GaAs SIL custom backing objective, 100µm RST.

• This is a sole source solicitation.

• Offers shall be e-mailed to Jaclyn.m.bailey5.civ@us.navy.mil.

• All required information must be received on or before 04 JUNE 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time.

• All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, which will be considered by the agency. However, the determination not to compete is at the Government's discretion.

• This is being solicited on a sole source/brand name only basis.

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• This solicitation is issued pursuant to FAR Part 12 procedures.

• Any changes to the requirement prior to the closing date will be posted on SAM.gov. Vendors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for amendments.

• For changes made after the closing date, only offerors that provide a quote will be notified.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Memorandum for the File regarding the decision to restrict competition for a commercial acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). It identifies Checkpoint Technologies, LLC, located in San Jose, CA (CAGE Code: 3C3K4), as the sole source. The acquisition is for a 2.6NA GaAs Solid Immersion Lens (SIL) with custom backing objective, 100µm RST, for integration with an existing microscope system. The required delivery date is 8-10 weeks ARO.

This document indicates that the upcoming solicitation will be sole-sourced, meaning only one vendor (Checkpoint Technologies, LLC) will be solicited for this requirement. Bidders should note that this is not an open competition. The document specifies the item being procured and its intended use, which may be relevant for understanding the technical nature of the requirement.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (N0016426Q0169) is for the procurement of "2.6NA GaAs Solid Immersion Lens (SIL), custom backing objective, 100m RST". The government intends to solicit and negotiate with one source, CHECKPOINT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC, under the authority of FAR 12.102(a). All responsible sources are invited to submit a capability statement.

• The primary deliverable is one (1) "2.6NA GaAs SIL, custom backing objective, 100m RST".

• The contractor shall provide DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent, as per DFARS 252.211-7003.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Delivery is due by 14 Sep 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not specified in this document.

• Offer Due Date: 04 Jun 2026, 02:00 PM.

• Submission Instructions: Offers are to be submitted to the office specified in the solicitation.

• Evaluation Criteria: Not detailed in this document. Bidders are instructed to submit capability statements.

• This acquisition is a "Small Business" set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 334610.

• Size Standard: 1250 employees.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 is attached.

• Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

• Inspection and Acceptance will be at Destination. Contact TPOC upon delivery for inspection/acceptance.

• FOB Details: Contractor Destination.