Opportunity
SAM #1333ND26QNB680580
NIST Procurement: 18W Pump Laser for Laser Cooling of Erbium
Buyer
DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST
Posted
September 08, 2026
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
1333ND26QNB680580
NAICS
334516, 334413
NIST's Quantum Measurement Division is seeking an advanced laser system for scientific research. - Government Buyer: - National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) - Quantum Measurement Division, Laser Cooling and Trapping Group - Contact: Forest Crumpler - Product Requested: - 18W pump laser for laser cooling of erbium atoms - Technical specifications: - 532 nm wavelength - Single frequency operation (linewidth <10 MHz) - Linear-vertical polarization - TEM spatial mode (M factor <1.1) - Beam waist: 1.125 ± 0.1 mm - Beam height: 54 mm - Computer interface (USB, RS232, Ethernet) - Includes 1-year warranty - Delivery FOB Destination to NIST Gaithersburg, MD - Quantity: - 1 unit - Unique Requirements: - Delivery required within 25 weeks after order - Warranty period of at least 1 year - Open to small business suppliers - Payment terms: net 30 days after acceptance and installation - OEMs: - No specific OEMs named; opportunity open to qualified manufacturers - Vendors: - No specific vendors named; open competition
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