SAM #1333ND26QNB680539

NIST Solicitation for Ultra-Stable Telecom Laser and Delivery Services

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Quantum Measurement Division, is soliciting quotations for an ultra-stable telecom laser to support quantum communication research at its Gaithersburg, MD campus. - Government Buyer: - National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Quantum Measurement Division, Physical Measurement Laboratory - NIST Contracting Office - Products/Services Requested: - One ultra-stable telecom laser meeting stringent technical specifications: - Single-frequency 1550.12nm wavelength (±0.1nm accuracy) - Linewidth of 1 Hz or narrower - Frequency-locked to optical cavity with offset frequency range of -1.5 GHz to +1.5 GHz - Optical output power of 10mW or more - Output frequency stability (Allan deviation at 1s) of 4 x 10^-15 or less - Physical dimensions not exceeding 46 cm x 48 cm x 63 cm and 150 kg - Includes optical cavity, vibration isolation, temperature controllers, FPGA electronics, and vacuum pump if required - Shipping and handling (FOB Destination) - Transportation and related expenses (Not to Exceed amount) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Delivery required within 6 months after order - Minimum one-year warranty after acceptance - 100% small business set-aside under NAICS 334516 - Payment upon installation and acceptance - No specific OEMs or part numbers are named; vendors must meet all technical specifications.

Description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has a requirement at its Gaithersburg, MD campus for an Ultra-Stable Telecom Laser. Please see attached Solicitation# 1333ND26QNB680539 for full details, and submit a quotation in accordance with the Quotation Preparation Instructions on pages 9-10 of the solicitation which detail the information required in each of the Volumes I-III of the quotation.

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