Sole Source for three (3) multiple scientific laser systems and four (4) replacement constituent components for atomic spectroscopy applications in quantum technologies.

The U.S. Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground is awarding a sole source contract to Toptica Photonics for three multiple scientific laser systems and four replacement constituent components intended for atomic spectroscopy applications in quantum technologies, under the Product Service Code 6640 and NAICS code 334516. The solicitation, identified as W911QX26QA091, is issued as a combined synopsis and solicitation under FAR Subpart 12.6 and is being conducted as a sole source procurement in accordance with FAR 6.302-1, based on the determination that Toptica Photonics is the only responsible source capable of meeting the government’s technical requirements. Proposals are due by June 16, 2026, and the contract will be awarded on a firm fixed price basis with delivery required on or before September 30, 2026. All items must be delivered to the Army Laboratory Center in Adelphi, Maryland, under FOB destination terms, with transportation costs borne by the government. The contract imposes stringent compliance obligations centered on DoD Item Unique Identification (IUID) requirements. Every deliverable, including the laser systems and replacement components, must be permanently marked with a two-dimensional Data Matrix symbol conforming to ISO/IEC 16022 (ECC 200) and must include globally unique enterprise identifiers and serial numbers. Markings must be machine-readable and verified under MIL-STD-130, and all pertinent data—such as serial numbers, part numbers, unit acquisition cost, and warranty status—must be submitted to the DoD IUID Registry or through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Packaging and shipping must comply with MIL-STD-129, and subcontractors are required to flow down IUID obligations. Acceptance will occur at the destination facility in Adelphi, Maryland, with government personnel performing final inspection to ensure compliance with marking, documentation, and delivery standards. The contract also includes mandatory clauses covering convicted labor, sustainable products, cybersecurity prohibitions, subcontracting for commercial items, accelerated payments to small business subcontractors, whistleblower rights, prohibitions on contracting with inverted corporations, and compliance with Buy American and foreign trade restrictions. Payment processing will be conducted through WAWF using the DoDAAC HQ0490, and all offerors must maintain an active UEI and CAGE code in SAM.gov. No pricing