Combined Sources Sought Notice and Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Continuously Tunable 1550nm Laser

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued a combined Sources‑Sought Notice and Notice of Intent to Sole‑Source for a continuously tunable 1550 nm laser (NAICS 334516). The purpose is market research to identify commercial sources capable of meeting the draft minimum specifications outlined in the Background section. Respondents must be active in SAM at the time of response and submit a concise response (maximum 10 pages, including all attachments) in Microsoft Word 365, Excel 365, or PDF format by 14:00 hours on 31 March 2026. The response must include complete company information (name, address, contact details, UEI), a detailed description of the recommended laser(s) – manufacturer, model, technical specifications, performance capabilities, customization limits, U.S. manufacturing status, and any planned changes in manufacturing location – as well as pricing, warranty, delivery terms, and available services (installation, training, maintenance). Additional required elements are: identification of any applicable Federal Supply Schedule contracts, a list of public or private customers with contact information, small‑business status, standard terms and conditions, and any reseller or renovation services offered. Respondents are also asked to comment on any draft specifications they cannot meet, suggest improvements to make the requirement more competitive, and indicate whether they need further clarification or wish to meet with NIST representatives. All questions must be submitted via email to the primary (and, if listed, secondary) point of contact at least five calendar days before the response deadline.

Notice ID

0346c558687041c0a56aef0549d1a63b

Solicitation Number

NIST-SS26-90

NAICS Code

334516

Classification Code

6640