Supply of Apochromatic Cryogenic Objective Lens

Brookhaven National Laboratory, under the U.S. Department of Energy, is seeking a subcontractor to manufacture and supply a single cryogenic-compatible apochromatic objective lens with the model designation LT-APO/LWD/NIR/0.63, specifically engineered for high-precision scientific imaging applications. The lens must be fully functional and optimized for operation at cryogenic temperatures, ensuring minimal aberration and optimal resolution in near-infrared wavelengths for use in advanced microscopy systems at the facility located in Upton, New York, with a ZIP code of 11973. The requirement is for a custom-built, non-standard optical component that meets exacting performance criteria, and the supplier must demonstrate technical capability in precision optical fabrication, cryogenic material compatibility, and rigorous quality assurance protocols. The solicitation for this subcontract was posted on June 26, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on July 17, 2026, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time. The NAICS code 333318 classifies this procurement under Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing, indicating a specialized manufacturing effort rather than standard commercial off-the-shelf procurement. The contract does not specify a set-aside category, and while no point of contact is listed, interested parties must submit proposals via the official SAM.gov portal before the deadline to ensure eligibility. Performance is expected to be completed in support of Brookhaven’s research infrastructure, with the lens serving as a critical component in experimental instrumentation requiring extreme environmental stability and optical fidelity.