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This Government Contract opportunity from National Science Foundation was posted on May 14, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Low-Loss Waveguide & Optical Component Fabrication

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NAICS: 335999
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TAPE, INSULATION, ELECTR
Solicitation # SPE4A6-26-T-27CU
Solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-27CU is a Request for Quotations issued by the DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division for the procurement of electrical insulation tape, identified by NSN 5970-00-480-1329. The requirement consists of multiple line items with quantities ranging from 1 to 20 rolls, with required delivery dates scheduled between August 28 and September 8, 2026. Delivery is required within five days of the award, with FOB, inspection, and acceptance all set at the destination. Shipments are directed to various locations, including the USS Shoup DDG 86, the DLA LMP Zone 1 depot in Texas, the Lockheed Martin Distribution Center in Georgia, ASD Oceana in Virginia, and the Base Naval de Rota in Spain. The contractor must adhere to strict quality and packaging standards, including sealing each tape in a waterproof polyfilm bag and packing 10 to 12 rolls per intermediate container. All marking must comply with MIL-STD-129, specifically using Special Marking Code 32 for Type I shelf-life items, which have a non-extendable shelf life of 18 months. The use of mercury or mercury compounds is strictly prohibited in all preservation, packaging, and marking. Technical and quality requirements are further governed by the DLA Master List and RP001 packaging requirements. Evaluation for award will consider price, with a preference for certified HUBZone Small Business Concerns. Offers utilizing additive manufacturing processes are ineligible for award. The procurement is subject to the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment, requiring disclosure of any non-domestic materials. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing and compliance with DFARS cybersecurity standards for safeguarding covered defense information.
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NAICS: 335999
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59--INSULATION SLEEVING,EL
Solicitation # SPE4A6-26-U-4183
Solicitation SPE4A6-26-U-4183 is a request for quotations issued by the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense for the procurement of electrical insulation sleeving, identified by NSN 5970010203420. This is a Women-Owned Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 335999. The government intends to award a unilateral Simplified Indefinite-Delivery Contract with a one-year term or until the aggregate total of orders reaches a maximum ceiling of 350,000.00 dollars. The estimated annual quantity is 474 units, with a guaranteed minimum of 47 units and an expected average of two orders per year. Delivery is required within 117 days after order, with shipping to various CONUS and OCONUS DLA Depots under FOB Origin terms. The material must be procured in one continuous length on a reel or spool and marked according to MIL-STD-129. Packaging must comply with RP001 and the Hazard Communication Standard for any hazardous materials. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination, utilizing a zero-based sampling plan per MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331. Award will be based on the most advantageous offer considering price and other factors, though items produced via additive manufacturing are ineligible. Invoicing must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. Quotes must be submitted electronically via DIBBS by September 25, 2026.
ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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about 15 hours ago

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in 13 days

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The contract focuses on the specialized manufacturing of ultra-low-loss waveguides and passive optical components intended for quantum photonic applications. It is designated as a subcontract opportunity issued by the Directorate for Technology, Innovation, & Partnerships within the National Science Foundation. The work will be performed in Alexandria, and the relevant NAICS code for this project is 335999, which pertains to electrical equipment manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on May 14, 2026, with a response deadline set for July 24, 2026, at 9 PM. This contract aims to advance quantum photonics by producing high-precision optical components critical for minimizing signal loss, thereby enabling improved performance in quantum communication and computing systems. No information on set-asides or specific organization types is provided, and the contract’s detailed terms and conditions can be accessed via the provided government workspace link.

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Manufacturing ultra-low-loss waveguides for quantum photonics; subcontract by NSF, Alexandria-based, deadline July 24, 2026.

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National Science Foundation → Directorate For Technology, Innovation, & PartnershipsView Agency

NAICS

335999 - All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Alexandria, VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of NSF-Topic1-FY26-XLabsQuantumSystems.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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NSF X-Labs Initiative - Quantum Systems: Interconnects and Integrated Photonics

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AgencyNational Science Foundation → Directorate For Technology, Innovation, & Partnerships
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Specialized manufacturing of ultra-low-loss waveguides and passive optical components for quantum photonic applications.

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NAICS: 541715
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U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) X-Labs Initiative
Solicitation # NSF-OTASO-FY26-XLabsInitative
The U.S. National Science Foundation's Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships is soliciting proposals through the X-Labs Other Transaction Agreement Solutions Offering (OTASO) to establish interdisciplinary R&D teams focused on advancing novel platform technologies. This initiative aims to accelerate the transition from research to impactful innovation to maintain U.S. leadership in science and technology. The program is structured as an Other Transaction (OT) contract rather than a FAR-based procurement, emphasizing operational autonomy and flexibility for domestic responsible entities. Awards are milestone-based and divided into three phases: Phase 0 (9 to 12 months) for concept development and budget refinement, Phase 1 (24 to 36 months) for mission execution and team scaling, and Phase 2 (variable duration) for high-performing teams to refine solutions or spin off into new initiatives. The competitive evaluation process involves a down-select from written proposals, with selected entities invited to submit oral proposal packages and participate in presentations. Evaluation is weighted equally between team qualifications and structure (50%) and mission clarity and outcomes (50%). Funding is provided via fixed-price payments triggered by the successful completion of technical and reporting milestones, with a mentioned maximum funding of 1,500,000 dollars for teams assessing operational readiness. Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov with a Unique Entity Identifier and are required to provide a comprehensive Conflicts of Interest statement. Performance must occur within the United States, and the initiative targets a 5- to 7-year timescale for achieving its ambitious target outcomes.
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