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Specialized 2-Micron Optical Fiber Supply

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SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline11/25/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract with the U.S. Air Force focuses on the supply of specialized active and passive optical fibers for Low SWaP 2-micron fiber amplifier projects. The scope of work involves the manufacture of doped fibers for amplification and high-transparency transport fibers that adhere to strict attenuation and mode-field diameter specifications. All deliverables must consist of certified spools of optical fiber accompanied by detailed test reports. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 335921, specifically targeting firms with fewer than 500 employees in accordance with SBIR/STTR mandates. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 25, 2026, to support prime contractors operating under the U.S. Department of Defense.

General Info

US Air Force small business subcontract for specialized 2-micron optical fiber supply.

Agency

U.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Air Force

NAICS

335921 - Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of DAF27BZ01-DV010.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Low SWaP, 2-micron Fiber Amplifiers

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Timeline

PostedOct 28

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Response DeadlineNov 25

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Response Deadline

11/25/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 28 days

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AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Air Force

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Organization / AgencyU.S. Department of Defense → U.S. Air Force

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Supplies specialized active and passive optical fibers for prime contractors on US Air Force Low SWaP 2-micron fiber amplifier projects. Manufactures doped fibers for amplification and high-transparency transport fibers meeting specific attenuation and mode-field diameter requirements. Delivers certified spools of optical fiber with accompanying test reports.

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