Laser Eye Protective Glasses
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, specifically 27 SOCONS at Cannon AFB in Clovis, NM, is conducting market research to identify sources for Laser Eye Protective Glasses (LEPs). This requirement is for 120 wrap-around sunglass style units and 55 units designed to fit over prescription eyeglasses. This is contemplated as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside and will be evaluated on price and technical acceptability.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes:
- CLIN 0001: 120 units of wrap-around sunglass style LEPs.
- CLIN 0002: 55 units of LEPs designed to fit over prescription eyeglasses.
- Protection Requirement: Both unit types must protect against wavelengths from 532nm to 1090nm.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (contemplated as a Firm Fixed-Price purchase order)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 6, 2026
- Published: January 29, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be evaluated based on price and technical acceptability.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only to identify potential sources and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award. The agency has provided example units for reference: a wrap-around style (https://www.newport.com/p/N-YAD-34) and an over-glasses style (https://www.newport.com/p/LV-F22.P1L02).
Place of Performance: Clovis, NM. Contact: Michael Boyd (michael.boyd.9@us.af.mil).