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Solid-State Pump Laser
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The Naval Research Laboratory intends to award a sole source purchase order to Coherent NA Inc. for a Verdi G18 18W solid-state pump laser under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, as authorized by FAR Part 13.106-1(b), with the estimated value not exceeding the $250,000 threshold. This action is justified on the basis that only one responsible source can meet the laboratory’s technical requirements, and no other supplies or services are deemed suitable. The procurement is not soliciting competitive offers; however, interested parties may submit evidence demonstrating that competition would be advantageous to the Government, though any such submissions must provide clear and convincing justification and will not result in reimbursement for associated costs. The notice closes on May 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, and all correspondence must reference the official notice number N00173-26-Q-1301365806 in the subject line. The place of performance is in Washington, District of Columbia, and the contracting office is located at the Naval Research Laboratory’s address in Washington, DC. No detailed pricing, technical specifications, packaging requirements, inspection criteria, or contract clauses are included in this notice, as it serves solely as an announcement of intent to award without issuing a formal solicitation. The acquisition will proceed without competition unless compelling evidence is received to the contrary, and the Government retains full discretion over the decision to compete or proceed as planned.
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Washington, DC, USASet-Aside
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Submission Closed
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NRL NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE
This Notice of Intent is not a request for competitive proposals. This is not a solicitation or request for offers. No solicitation package is available and email requests will not be honored. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) intends to award a sole source purchase order to Coherent NA Inc. for: Verdi G18 18W solid-state pump laser.
This purchase will be made utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with:
- Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-1(b) for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000.
Interested parties may identify their interests and capability to respond to this requirement in accordance with the posted opening and closing dates. Any response to this notice must show clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed purchase order based upon response to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. No reimbursement for any cost connected with providing capability information will be provided.
Please reference this Notice of Intent number, N00173-26-Q-1301365806 on your correspondence and in the “Subject” line of your email.
Closes 05/29/2026 1700 hours
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