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Mode-Locked Laser

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1333ND26QNB680290Federal

Response Deadline07/17/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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The Department of Commerce, through NIST’s Microsystems and Nanotechnology Division, is seeking a mode-locked laser system to advance research in nonlinear integrated photonics for quantum sensing and timekeeping applications. The laser must deliver sufficient pulse power and ultra-short pulse durations to effectively excite nonlinear optical processes, while maintaining low noise levels and responsive actuation mechanisms to ensure precise stabilization—critical for the high-precision measurements required in quantum technologies. This procurement is not subject to any set-aside provisions and is open to all eligible vendors. The solicitation, numbered 1333ND26QNB680290, was posted on July 8, 2026, with a response deadline of July 17, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 334516 for optical instrument and equipment manufacturing. All performances will occur at NIST’s facility in Gaithersburg, Maryland, 20899. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Robert Singman, reachable at 301-975-6388 or robert.singman@nist.gov. Interested parties must submit responses through the SAM.gov portal linked in the solicitation details.

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NIST seeks ultra-low-noise mode-locked laser for quantum sensing and timekeeping at Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Agency

Department Of Commerce NistView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Gaithersburg, MD, 20899, USA

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NONE

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RFQ 1333ND26QNB680290 Mode Locked Laser

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Mode-Locked Laser System Statement of Work

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PhaseCombined Synopsis

PostedJul 8

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Response DeadlineJul 17

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07/17/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTCin 5 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Nist

Contacts1 person available

OfficeGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

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Department Of Commerce Nist

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Office AddressGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

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Robert Singman

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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. This procurement is for a mode-locked laser system.

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