RAW MATERIAL OPTICAL LENS
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 Justice, FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified vendors capable of supplying raw material optical lens blanks. These blanks are for prescription eyeglass manufacturing at their optical facility located in FCI Butner - Medium II, Butner, NC. Responses are due by June 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
This notice serves solely for market research purposes to assess industry capability, supply chain availability, and potential set-aside decisions. It is not a solicitation and does not commit the Government to a contract. The Government operates an optical manufacturing facility and requires a reliable supply of raw lens blanks suitable for surfacing, edging, coating, and finishing operations for prescription eyewear production for federal customers. Specific product details are outlined in the attached "LENS PRICING SHEET", which lists 121 distinct lens items.
Requested Information
Vendors are requested to provide the following:
- Company Information: Name, address, Point of Contact, UEI/CAGE code, and business size.
- Capabilities Statement: A description of lens blank products, manufacturing/distribution capabilities, ability to meet ANSI Z80.1 standards, production capacity, quality control measures, and ability to support high-volume orders.
- Product Information: Refer to the "Lens Pricing Sheet" attachment for specific lens types and quantities (500 units per item, totaling 60,500 units). Vendors may also identify other raw lens materials they can supply.
- Delivery and Logistics: Standard lead times, minimum order quantities, shipping capabilities, and delivery to FCI Butner - Medium II, Butner, NC.
- Pricing Information: Provide unit pricing for all 121 items on the "Lens Pricing Sheet", including price breaks for various quantities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Published: May 20, 2026
- Response Due: June 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
Submission Instructions
- Responses must be submitted electronically via the attached "Lens Pricing Sheet".
- Contact: Chad Privett (Chad.privett2@usdoj.gov)
- Subject Line: Sources Sought Response – Raw Material Lens
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only. Responses are voluntary, will not be returned, and the Government will not reimburse any costs associated with responding.