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Advanced Materials Supply (Zerodur and ULE Substrates)

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This subcontract, managed by the NASA SBIR/STTR Program, focuses on the procurement of high-purity Zerodur glass-ceramic and ultra-low expansion glass mirror blanks. These advanced materials are specifically required for the development of lightweighted space optics and EEM processing. The project is centered in Huntsville, Alabama, and is categorized under NAICS code 327212. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, adhering to SBIR/STTR mandates for companies with fewer than 500 employees. Posted on August 20, 2026, the contract seeks specialized suppliers capable of providing substrates that meet the rigorous thermal and structural demands of aerospace optical systems.

General Info

NASA SBIR subcontract for high-purity glass mirror blanks for lightweighted space optics.

Agency

National Aeronautics and Space Administration → NASA SBIR/STTR Program

NAICS

327212 - Other Pressed and Blown Glass and Glassware Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Huntsville, AL, 35805, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of S12.03-1867.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Elastic Emission Machining of Substrates for EUV, Optical, and Infrared Optics

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AgencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration → NASA SBIR/STTR Program

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration → NASA SBIR/STTR Program

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Supply high-purity Zerodur (glass-ceramic) and ULE (ultra-low expansion glass) mirror blanks suitable for lightweighted space optics and EEM processing.

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