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Cavilux HF Laser System Supply

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Response Deadline09/29/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the National Aeronautics And Space Administration involves the supply of specialized high-frequency laser equipment for prime contractors at the NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. The provider must be an authorized supplier of Cavilux HF Lasers and is responsible for delivering two Cavitarr Cavilux HF Gen2 control units, two laser units, and two fiber-style laser light guides designed for use with tomographic and schlieren imaging systems. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 334516 and was posted on September 24, 2026, with a response deadline of September 29, 2026. The contract focuses on the delivery of physical laser hardware to the specified NASA facility to support ongoing research projects.

General Info

NASA subcontract for supplying Cavilux HF laser equipment to Langley Research Center.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Hampton, VA, 23681, USA

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Documents

This scope was carved out of 80NSSC26943200Q.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Cavilux HF Lasers for Schlieren-Based Imaging

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PostedSep 24

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Response DeadlineSep 29

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration

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Supplies specialized high-frequency laser control units, laser units, and light guides for prime contractors on NASA Langley Research Center (LARC) projects. Provisions two Cavitarr Cavilux HF Gen2 control units, two laser units, and two fiber-style laser light guides compatible with schlieren and tomographic imaging systems. Must be an authorized provider of Cavilux HF Lasers. Delivers the physical laser hardware to NASA LARC.

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