Squeezed Light Generation System Supply

The contract seeks the procurement of a squeezed light generation system to advance quantum networking research by providing non-classical light sources essential for experiments requiring quantum-enhanced precision and secure communication. This subcontract, issued under the NAICS code 334511 for Electronic Computer Manufacturing, is sponsored by the Department of Defense through the AFRL RIKO office and is performance-based in Rome, New York, with a posting date of July 27, 2026. The system must meet stringent technical specifications to generate stable, high-purity squeezed vacuum states compatible with existing quantum optical platforms and laboratory infrastructure. The equipment is critical to supporting cutting-edge quantum information science initiatives, particularly in areas such as quantum key distribution, entanglement distribution, and interference-based sensing. Delivery and integration timelines will align with the research program’s milestones, requiring the vendor to provide not only hardware but also documentation, calibration procedures, and technical support to ensure operational readiness. While no specific set-aside designation is indicated, the contract is structured as a subcontract, suggesting the primary contractor will oversee technical compliance and delivery to the DoD research entity.