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Mode-Locked Laser

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NIST-AMD-PML-SSN-26-05Federal

Submission Closed06/12/2026, 01:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract calls for the procurement of a mode-locked laser system to support research in nonlinear integrated photonics devices at the Microsystems and Nanotechnology Division, focusing on applications in quantum sensing and timekeeping. The laser must deliver sufficient pulse power and duration to drive nonlinear processes, while also maintaining low noise levels and fast actuation mechanisms to enable stabilization. The acquisition falls under the NAICS code 334516, related to Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. The contractor is required to submit a Firm Fixed Price quotation for a system that meets or exceeds the specified technical requirements. Only new equipment is acceptable—used, remanufactured, experimental, prototype, or custom items are excluded, as are unauthorized “gray market” components. All products must be shipped in original manufacturer packaging and include complete documentation and software. The solicitation is managed by the Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) office based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with a response deadline of June 12, 2026. The designated point of contact for inquiries is Robert Singman.

General Info

Procurement of new mode-locked laser system for quantum sensing research, fixed price, NIST-managed.

Agency

Department Of Commerce Nist

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

Gaithersburg, MD, 20899, USA

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NONE

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NIST-AMD-PML-SSN-26-05 Combined Sources Sought Notice for Mode-Locked Laser

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PhaseClosed

PostedJun 5

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineJun 12

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Submission Closed

06/12/2026, 01:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Nist

Contacts1 person available

OfficeGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

Organization / Agency

Department Of Commerce Nist

Office AddressGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

Contacts

Robert Singman

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

The research work of the Microsystems and Nanotechnology Division includes the development of nonlinear integrated photonics devices for applications in quantum sensing and timekeeping. To support this research, a mode-locked laser source is required. This system must have adequate pulse power and pulse duration to drive nonlinear processes and must have low enough noise and fast enough actuation mechanisms to enable its stabilization. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing.

The Contractor shall provide a Firm Fixed Price quotation for a mode-locked laser system. This system must meet or exceed the technical specifications listed below. All items must be new. Used or remanufactured equipment will not be considered for award. Experimental, prototype, or custom items will not be considered. The use of “gray market” components not authorized for sale in the U.S. by the proposer is not acceptable. All line items shall be shipped in the original manufacturer’s packaging and include all original documentation and software, when applicable.