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W911SD26QA096Federal

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The U.S. Department of Defense, through the Office of W6QM Micc-West Point, is seeking potential sources capable of providing the PlaneWave Instruments CDK20 20-inch Optical Tube Assembly and associated equipment for astronomical observation. This solicitation is not for quotes but for identifying qualified vendors who can meet specific technical requirements including a minimum 20-inch clear aperture, a Dall-Kirkham or Corrected Dall-Kirkham optical design, and full compatibility with the Paramount MEII robotic mount, the ZWO ASI461MM Pro camera, and the Shelyak LHIRES III spectrograph. The system must also provide at least eight inches of back focus and be adaptable to the OpTec Gemini Focuser/Rotator and OpTec Perseus 4-Port Selector. The solicitation, identified by number W911SD26QA096, was posted on June 25, 2026, with responses due by July 2, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 541715 for astronomical research services. All inquiries and submissions should be directed to Shawn Valastro at the provided contact information and the offering is intended for performance at West Point, New York.

General Info

U.S. DoD seeks vendors for CDK20 optical tube compatible with Paramount MEII, ZWO, and Shelyak instruments for West Point, NY.

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Department Of Defense → W6QM Micc-West Point

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541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

West Point, NY, 10996, USA

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PhaseClosed

PostedJun 25

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineJul 2

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Submission Closed

07/02/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QM Micc-West Point

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWEST POINT, NY, 10996-1514, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QM Micc-West Point

Office AddressWEST POINT, NY, 10996-1514, USA

Contacts

Shawn Valastro

contact@example.gov

Full Description

This is a request for sources that the government can purchase PlaneWave™ Instruments CDK20 20” Optical Tube Assembly (OTA) and associated equipment. This is not a request for quotes.

1. The Space Science Program requires an optical telescope meeting the following minimum specifications:
a. Aperture: 20” (500mm) minimum clear aperture.
b. Optical Design: Dall-Kirkham (or Corrected Dall-Kirkham).
c. Mount Compatibility: Compatible with Paramount MEII Robotic Telescope Mount.
d. Imaging Device Compatibility: Compatible with ZWO ASI461MM Pro camera and Shelyak LHIRES III Spectrograph.
e. Minimum Back Focus: 8” (203mm).
f. Adapter Compatibility: Compatible with OpTec Gemini Focuser/Rotator and OpTec Perseus 4-Port Selector.