RAW MATERIAL OPTICAL LENS

The U.S. Department of Justice, through Federal Prison Industries, is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors capable of supplying raw material optical lens blanks used in the manufacturing of prescription eyeglasses. This sources-sought notice, identified by solicitation number CP2026-04 and posted on May 20, 2026, with a response deadline of June 4, 2026, seeks information on industry capabilities and supply chain availability rather than issuing a formal solicitation or making any contract award. The required products include a range of semi-finished and finished lens blanks in various materials such as CR-39, polycarbonate, and high-index plastics, with specific item codes covering different diameters, base curves, and coatings, including tinted, mirrored, and anti-reflective variants. Each line item on the required Lens Pricing Sheet specifies a quantity of 500 units, though pricing details are to be provided by respondents. Respondents must submit their responses electronically via the attached Lens Pricing Sheet to Chad Privett at Chad.privett2@usdoj.gov with the designated subject line, and must include company name, address, point of contact, UEI and CAGE code, and business size classification such as Small, 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Vendors are expected to demonstrate the ability to meet ANSI Z80.1 and other applicable optical standards, maintain robust quality control processes, support high-volume recurring orders, and provide information on standard lead times, minimum order quantities, shipping capabilities, and the ability to deliver to multiple locations, with the primary delivery point being FCI Butner - Medium II in Butner, North Carolina. This request does not obligate the Government to award a contract, responses are voluntary and unreimbursed, and no formal evaluation factors, inspection criteria, or contract administration details are established under this notice.