Opportunity
CanadaBuys #26-58168
NRC seeks one n2-Photonics multi-pass cell compressor for its high-power oscillator
Posted
October 05, 2026
Respond By
October 21, 2026
Identifier
26-58168
NAICS
334516
The National Research Council of Canada needs a custom pulse compressor for its high-power oscillator. - Government buyer: National Research Council of Canada (NRC); delivery destination is NRC in Ottawa. - OEM and named supplier: n2-Photonics GmbH, identified as the exclusive designer, developer, manufacturer, and supplier of the requested compressor. - Requested product: One Multi-Pass Cell Compressor (MPC), part number MIKS1_S_HP_UP. - Performance requirements: Compress oscillator pulses to less than 10 fs, with transmission above 75% and output beam quality M² below 1.3. It must accept the specified oscillator output: 1.25 J pulse energy, 75 W average power, 60 MHz repetition rate, 1,030 nm central wavelength, pulse duration below 75 fs, and input beam quality M² below 1.2. - Integration and physical requirements: Compatible with the NRC’s custom oscillator hardware and n2-Photonics CellViewer software; maximum footprint of 60 × 25 cm in a monolithic aluminum enclosure; no active laser beam-pointing stabilization. - Sourcing rationale: The notice identifies n2-Photonics’ proprietary system knowledge and technical compatibility as the basis for its sole-source position. - Period and delivery: A proposed six-month period is indicated; delivery is required by the stated deadline. No option periods or annual subscription are identified.
Description
The National Research Council of Canada requires one Multi-Pass Cell Compressor to shorten the pulse duration of its high-power oscillator. The equipment must integrate with the NRC’s custom oscillator and compress its output to pulses under 10 fs with transmission above 75%, among other technical requirements. The notice is an Advance Contract Award Notice identifying N2-Photonics GmbH as the pre-identified supplier, citing exclusive technical knowledge and compatibility requirements. Interested suppliers may submit a statement of capabilities by October 21, 2026, at 14:00 EDT.