tunable pulsed laser system
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) intends to award a sole source purchase order to OPOTEK LLC (Carlsbad, CA) for a Custom Laser System. This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for competitive proposals. Interested parties have 1 calendar day from the publication date to identify their capability to respond competitively.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a Custom Laser System, Model Radiant QX4210P, with specific technical specifications:
- Tuning Range: 2700 - 3100 nm
- Pulse Repetition Rate: 20 Hz
- Max Pulse Energy: 18 mJ Key features include a compact and integrated laserhead, all tunable wavelengths from a single port without manual configuration, tuning step resolution < 0.5 nm, computer control via USB, control software and SDK, and no factory installation required. The system must also include end-user accessible alignment verification, quick connect cooling/power cables, internal/external triggering, programmable scans, access to higher energy laser wavelengths (1064 nm), an integrated red laser diode aligned to the MIR beam path, and fiber bundle compatible output ports. A one-year warranty on the entire tunable laser (excluding fibers) is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Sole Source Purchase Order (Notice of Intent)
- Procurement Method: Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13.106-1(b))
- NAICS Code: 333310 (Size Standard: 1,000 employees)
- PSC Code: 6650 (Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components And Accessories)
- Response Due: 1 calendar day from publication (by January 30, 2026)
- Published Date: January 29, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a solicitation. The Government will consider responses solely to determine if conducting a competitive procurement would be advantageous. A decision not to compete this proposed purchase order is at the Government's discretion. No reimbursement for providing capability information will be provided.
Additional Notes
Reference Notice of Intent number N00173-26-Q-1301323970 in all correspondence. The point of contact is Marche Hampton at Marche.T.Hampton.civ@us.navy.mil.