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Directed Energy Optical Components Supplier

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline07/07/2027, 04:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity with the National Science Foundation focuses on the supply of high-precision optical components for prime contractors involved in Directed Energy R&D projects. The selected supplier will manufacture and deliver specialized hardware, including lenses, mirrors, laser diodes, diffraction gratings, and beam splitters, all of which must meet strict tolerances and specifications. Deliverables include the physical components along with required material certification reports, with a mandatory adherence to ISO 9001 quality management standards. The contract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate, requiring the provider to have fewer than 500 employees. Falling under NAICS code 339910, the solicitation was posted on May 22, 2026, with a response deadline of July 7, 2027. This engagement specifically targets the production of high-power laser diodes and specialized coatings essential for advanced directed energy research.

General Info

NSF small business subcontract for high-precision optical components for directed energy R&D.

Agency

National Science FoundationView Agency

NAICS

339910 - Jewelry and Silverware ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of NSF 26-510.

The full solicitation package (15 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Directed Energy

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Timeline

PostedMay 22

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Response DeadlineJul 7

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07/07/2027, 04:00:00 AM UTCin 10 months

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AgencyNational Science Foundation

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Supplies high-precision optical components for prime contractors on NSF Directed Energy R&D projects. Manufactures and delivers lenses, mirrors, laser diodes, diffraction gratings, and beam splitters to specific tolerances and specifications. Utilizes specialized coatings and high-power laser diodes. Requires ISO 9001 quality management standards. Delivers physical optical components and material certification reports.

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