40x 16-mm JADE-series space-ruggedized lenses from Schneider Optics, Inc.

This contract is a sole source requirement for 40 units of 16-mm JADE-series space-ruggedized lenses to be supplied by Schneider Optics, Inc., specifically engineered for use in space environments where durability and optical precision under extreme conditions are critical. The solicitation, identified by number 80NSSC26941378Q, was posted on August 7, 2026, with a response deadline of August 11, 2026, indicating a narrow window for submission. The procurement falls under NAICS code 333310, which classifies it within the optical instrument and lens manufacturing sector, and is managed by the NASA Shared Services Center on behalf of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Performance of the contract will take place in Hampton, Virginia, while the agency office responsible is located at Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. The sole point of contact for inquiries is Shanna Patterson, whose email is provided for direct communication. No set-aside provisions apply to this solicitation, underscoring its exclusive nature and the critical need for the specified lenses from a single qualified supplier.