Custom Optical Components Supply

The contract pertains to the supply of specialized optical components tailored for miniaturized head-mounted two-photon imaging systems, with critical items including dichroic filters engineered for precise red and green fluorescence separation, interchangeable high-performance objectives, and electrotunable lenses that enable dynamic focal adjustment. These components are essential for advancing neuroscientific research by supporting high-resolution, in vivo imaging in freely moving subjects, requiring stringent optical precision, thermal stability, and mechanical compatibility with compact, wearable configurations. The deliverables must meet exacting technical specifications to ensure seamless integration with existing neuroimaging platforms and maintain optical fidelity across varying experimental conditions. This is a subcontract issued under the National Institutes of Health, part of the Department of Health and Human Services, with a NAICS code of 333318 indicating classification within optical instrument manufacturing. The opportunity was posted on June 23, 2026, with a strict response deadline of July 7, 2026, at 9:30 PM, permitting qualified vendors a limited window to submit proposals. No set-aside provisions or specific place of performance details are indicated, suggesting flexibility in manufacturing location provided all technical and quality requirements are met. The absence of a designated point of contact implies that all inquiries should be directed through the official SAM.gov portal linked in the posting.