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USAFA Supercontinuum Laser Source
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The United States Air Force Academy’s 10th Contracting Squadron is conducting market research to identify vendors capable of supplying a Supercontinuum Laser Source for use by the Physics Department and Laser and Optics Research Center. The equipment is intended to support advanced research in wavelength-agile modulation phenomenology by cadets specializing in Physics. The required system must deliver a minimum of 30 watts average output power across a spectral range of 400 to 2400 nanometers, with an average spectral power density exceeding 16 milliwatts per nanometer, a repetition rate of at least 1 megahertz, and average power stability under 0.5 percent RMS. The system must include built-in output isolation, a computer control interface, and be delivered with warranty coverage to the academy located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Submission of a Capability Statement is required from interested parties, detailing company profile, business size under NAICS 334516, technical compliance with the stated specifications, estimated lead time, and any existing government contract vehicles that include this product. Respondents must submit their Capability Statements electronically to Contracting Officer Nathalieb Zepeda no later than 7:30 P.M. Mountain Daylight Time on July 16, 2026. The notice does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, or binding commitment from the government, and no award or payment is guaranteed. Vendors are not required to be pre-qualified, but must provide evidence that their product meets or exceeds all minimum specifications. The government will not reimburse any costs incurred in preparing a response, nor will it notify respondents of evaluation outcomes. This sources-sought notice is solely to inform future acquisition planning and does not restrict the government’s selection of procurement approach. All submissions should align with the provided template and include required identifiers such as DUNS, CAGE Code, UEI, and SAM registration status.
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USAF Academy, CO, 80840, USASet-Aside
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This is a Sources Sough Notice only. This is not a request for proposal (RFP), request for quotation (RFQ), or an invitation for bids (IFB) and does not constitute a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation, nor does it restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach.
1. BACKGROUND
The 10th Contracting Squadron at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) is conducting market research to identify capable sources to provide a Supercontinuum Laser Source. This equipment will support the USAFA Physics Department and the Laser and Optics Research Center (LORC), enabling cadets majoring or minoring in Physics to conduct wavelength-agile modulation phenomenology research.
2. SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
At a minimum, the interested Vendor must demonstrate their capability of supplying a Supercontinuum Laser Source that meets or exceeds the following salient characteristics/specifications:
- Total Average Output Power: ≥ 30 W
- Wavelength Spectral Range: 400 - 2400 nm
- Average Spectral Power Density: > 16 mW/nm (across the full Spectral Range)
- Repetition Rate: ≥ 1 MHz
- Average Power Stability: < 0.5 % RMS (Standard Deviation)
- Output Isolation: Included
- Control: Computer Control Interface
- Warranty
- Delivery: Shipping must be included to the USAF Academy, CO 80840.
3. CAPABILITY STATEMENT SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested parties that possess the capabilities to meet the above requirements are invited to submit a Capability Statement. The Capability Statement must include the following information:
- Company Profile:
- Company Name
- Address
- Point of Contact (Name, Title, Phone, Email)
- CAGE Code and UEI Number
- SAM Registration Expiration Date
2. Business Size/Socioeconomic Status: Identify your business size under NAICS 334516 (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB)
3. Technical Capability: A brief description of your company's ability to provide a Supercontinuum Laser Source that meets or exceeds all the salient characteristics listed in Section 2. Please include product spec sheets or brochures if available.
4. Delivery/Lead Time: Estimated delivery time after receipt of an order.
5. Existing Contracts: Provide contract numbers for any existing government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs), GSA Multiple Award Schedules (MAS), or other contract vehicles your company currently holds that include this product.
4. DEADLINE AND POINT OF CONTACT
Responses are due no later than 7:30 P.M. Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) on July 16, 2026.
Responses must be submitted electronically via email to:
- Contracting Officer: Ms.Nathalieb Zepeda
- Email: Nathalieb.Zepeda@us.af.mil
Disclaimer: This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice. Respondents will not be notified of the results of any government assessments.
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