Design and Manufacture of Comb Offset Stabilization Module (COSMO)

The contract seeks the complete design, fabrication, testing, and delivery of two ultra-stable Comb Offset Stabilization Modules (COSMO) tailored for use in precision optical frequency comb systems at the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Boulder, Colorado. These modules are critical components for maintaining the stability and accuracy of optical frequency combs used in high-precision metrology applications, requiring advanced engineering and rigorous quality control to meet stringent performance standards. The work must be completed under a Small Business Set Aside, indicating the contract is reserved for businesses certified under the Small Business Administration program, and falls under NAICS code 334515, which classifies it within the manufacturing of search, detection, navigation, guidance, and control instruments and controls. The solicitation was posted on July 31, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 13, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET, providing potential vendors with a brief window to prepare and submit proposals. The place of performance is explicitly tied to Boulder, Colorado, where the modules will be integrated and validated within NIST’s existing infrastructure. This subcontract is part of a broader effort to enhance national capabilities in precision optical measurement, and the successful contractor will be expected to deliver fully tested, operational units meeting exacting technical specifications, with all phases—from initial design through final delivery—held to the highest standards of reliability and traceability.