Enhanced Gold Optical Coating Application

The contract calls for the application of an enhanced gold coating on precision aluminum mirror substrates to achieve a minimum reflectance of 95 percent within the 1520 to 1580 nanometer wavelength range, with a surface roughness no greater than 40 ångströms RMS. This work must be performed in a controlled cleanroom environment to ensure contamination-free processing and optimal optical performance. The coating process must meet tight tolerances for both optical properties and surface finish, requiring advanced deposition techniques and rigorous quality validation. This is a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, designated for firms classified as small businesses as defined by the NAICS code 339993, which covers other miscellaneous manufacturing. The opportunity is issued as a subcontract through the NASA Shared Services Center under the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, with a response deadline of May 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The posting date was May 12, 2026, and all interested parties must submit proposals prior to the deadline to be considered. The specific location for performance is not defined in the provided data, but the requirement for a cleanroom environment implies that the work must be conducted at a facility meeting specified environmental standards.