Opportunity
SAM #N0018926QL210
Sole Source Procurement of Luciol Instruments C-OTDR for US Naval Observatory
Buyer
NAVSUP FLC Norfolk
Posted
June 18, 2026
Respond By
June 23, 2026
Identifier
N0018926QL210
NAICS
334519, 423690, 334511
This procurement opportunity is for a specialized fiber optic measurement instrument for the United States Naval Observatory (USNO): - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense, United States Naval Observatory (USNO) - NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk Contracting Department Fleet Directorate - OEMs and Vendors: - Luciol Instruments (OEM of the C-OTDR) - Cotsworks, LLC (authorized reseller) - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) Luciol Instruments Correlation Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (C-OTDR), part number LOR-223-SMF-1310FP/1550FP/1650FP-AFC - Metrology-grade photon counting OTDR for ultra-high-resolution, single-ended distance and propagation delay measurements on passive single-mode fiber (SMF) links - Features three internal Fabry-Perot laser sources (1310 nm, 1550 nm, 1650 nm), spatial resolution of 10 cm, event dead zone ≤ 15 cm, portable standalone unit with integrated display, operating system, internal rechargeable battery, and FC-APC connector - AC power adapter and compatible internal battery - Standard manufacturer documentation (User Manual, Calibration Certificate) - Standard protective carrying case - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Sole-source procurement justified by the unique technical capabilities of the Luciol Instruments C-OTDR and the status of Cotsworks, LLC as the authorized reseller - Device is required for precision fiber optic network characterization and signal latency measurements - Custom configuration required, with a lead time of 4 to 20 weeks after order - No equivalent products or vendors accepted; only Luciol Instruments C-OTDR via Cotsworks, LLC is eligible
Description
This requirement is for the procurement of a Luciol Instruments Correlation Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (C-OTDR) from Cotsworks, LLC. for the United States Naval Observatory. This is a sole-source requirement (see attached Sole-Source Justification) and only a quote from Cotsworks, LLC. will be accepted. Other quotes submitted shall be ineligible for award.
The quote in response to the attached solicitation shall be submitted electronically via email to Contract Specialist Ashley Steele at ashley.n.steele8.civ@us.navy.mil by the time and date specified.