UV Optical Frequency Doubling System Design and Manufacturing

The contract seeks the design, assembly, and testing of two UV optical frequency doubling systems capable of converting 535.6 nm light to 267.8 nm with a minimum output power of 15 mW. The systems must demonstrate high stability and long-term robustness, ensuring consistent performance without requiring realignment over extended operational periods. The technology must be engineered for reliability under real-world conditions, with attention to thermal, mechanical, and environmental factors that could affect nonlinear optical efficiency and beam quality. The work is a subcontract under the Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, with performance required in Boulder, Colorado, 80305. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by August 2, 2026. The NAICS code 334516 indicates the work involves manufacturing instruments and related products for measuring, testing, and analyzing optical properties. The project emphasizes precision engineering and validated performance metrics, targeting applications demanding stringent optical stability and durability in a laboratory or instrumentation environment.