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High-Precision Optical Component Supply

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Federal

Response Deadline11/09/2026, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Advanced Research Projects AgcyView Agency

NAICS

327212 - Other Pressed and Blown Glass and Glassware ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

VA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of DARPA-PS-26-137.

The full solicitation package (8 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Timeline

PostedSep 16

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Response DeadlineNov 9

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

11/09/2026, 12:00:00 PM UTCin about 2 months

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Supplies specialized optical components for prime contractors on DARPA Firefox projects. Fabricates high-spec 1310nm optics, custom MEMS mirrors, and specialized photonic crystals to specific focus lengths (15-25mm) and beam quality requirements (M2 < 2). Utilizes 1310 nm compatible glass, coatings, and precision-machined optical housings. Delivers physical components and materials.

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