This is a Small Business Innovation Research (STTR) Phase I contract awarded by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to Aqwest, LLC, a for-profit limited liability company based in Larkspur, Colorado. The $179,127.00 firm-fixed-price contract is for the development of an ultrashort pulse laser operating in the GHz burst mode, which has potential applications in various fields.
Aqwest is a small business that specializes in photonics, thermal management, and energy solutions. The company has a history of executing federal research and development contracts, particularly through the SBIR program. This award is a total small business set-aside, reflecting the government's effort to support small business participation in advanced technology development. Aqwest's expertise in laser systems, optics, and related technologies makes them well-suited to deliver the required innovations under this contract, which is expected to be completed by September 9, 2025.
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