Enhanced Gold Optical Coating Application

This contract involves the application of an enhanced gold optical coating on precision aluminum mirror substrates, aiming to achieve a reflectance of at least 95% within the wavelength range of 1520 to 1580 nanometers. The coating process must ensure a surface roughness no greater than 40 angstroms root mean square, and all work is to be performed in a cleanroom environment to maintain high-quality standards. The project is designated as a subcontract and is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the Small Business Administration’s Total Small Business Set-Aside program. The solicitation was made by the NASA Shared Services Center on May 12, 2026, with a response deadline of May 19, 2026. It falls under the NAICS code 339993, which pertains to the manufacturing of optical instruments and related products. The contract aims to support the development of advanced optical components to meet stringent reflectance and surface quality specifications critical for NASA applications. The location of performance and point of contact details have not been specified in the contract data.