N00173-25-DS01.pdf

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

NAICS:334519 - Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing PSC: 6650 -

Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components and Accessories

Notice ID Number: N00173-25-DS01

Title: Leica AT960 Absolute Tracker Package with T-Probe

& Leica TM6100A Theodolite Package

PURPOSE

The purpose of this sources sought notice is to conduct market research and identify potential sources of commercial products/services that satisfy the Government’s anticipated needs.

BACKGROUND

The purpose of this is to procure specialize optical equipment that will be used in the state-of-the-art Flight Optics Test Evaluation and Characterization (FOTEC) lab within the U.S. Naval

Research Laboratory (NRL).

A laser tracker alignment system (Leica AT960), and a theodolite (Leica TM6100A) are required to operate in the FOTEC cleanroom. This specialized optical equipment will create an interconnected and interdependent system for characterization, calibration and alignment such as but not limited to: integrating spheres, optical benches, diffusing screens, monochromators, VUV light sources. This will also enable multiple translation and rotation stages for moving test articles through generated light beams for performance characterization.

This laser system will be equipped with multiple translation and rotation stages for moving test articles through generated light beams for performance characterization. The laser tracker and theodolite will interface to an existing software suite called “Spatial Analyzer” and its operating computer to perform 3D and 6DoF geometric analysis of space systems undergoing alignment.

This equipment and the associated accessories will allow for measure mirrors, cubes, spherical mirror reflectors, and reference monuments within an instrument to align its optical components.

The lasers will also be used in this cleanroom facility to provide a clean environment to protect sensitive space flight optics, electronics, and sensors through the assembly, calibration, alignment, and storage phases of their prototype and flight instrument lifecycles.

The salient characteristics required are identified below. All requirements are to be understood to include the requirement that the systems are compatible with the Spatial Analyzer v2022 metrology software and computer interface (network or USB cable).

NRL is seeking information from sources that may be capable of providing a solution that will achieve the requirements identified in this notice.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Leica AT960 Absolute Tracker Package with T-Probe

Laser Tracker Interferometer

- 3D and 6DoF measurement capability, position and orientation, retroflector, handheld

CMM

- Reflector single-point accuracy to within 50 microns or better

- Large measurement volume

- Automatic beam targeting

- Integrated environmental monitoring unit for accuracy compensation

- Wide operating temperature

- Integrated portable design

- Non-contact measurement data capability

- ISO certified accuracy (standard for scientific/industrial grade metrology equipment)

- Spatial analyzer compatible

▪ Leica Absolute Tracker AT960-MR

Mid-range 6DoF laser tracker system based on Absolute Interferometer.

Reflector measurement range up to 20 m, with probing range up to 10 m.

The system consists of:

- 6DoF laser tracker unit AT960-MR

- ISO 17025 Calibration Certificate based on ISO 10360-10

- MTC51 AT930/AT960/ATS600 Transport Container (576891)

- AT9x0 Controller (577431)

- MPS21 Power Supply Unit (576873)

- MCS11 Sensor Cable - 1.5 m (576885)

- MCA134 LAN-Cable RJ-45 Cat6 - 5 m (575899)

- AT Quick Release Mount incl. Mandrel (576338)

- MCA18 External Temperature Sensor - 2 m (576888)

- Red Ring Reflector (RRR) - 1.5" (575784)

- MSI26 Universal Stand Fixture (576895)

- MAT33 Optical Cleaning Kit (576898)

- Protective Sensor Cover (827057)

▪ T-Probe III

Leica T-Probe III Portable wireless probing system for AT960 systems. A light- weight measurement probe with configurable function buttons allows measurements in small and large measurement volumes with minimal preparation time. The measurement range of the T-Probe is up to 30 metres in all directions. The T-Probe configuration consists of:

- Wireless probing sensor T-Probe (576186) incl. certificate and transport case

- T-Probe Stylus Adaptor –M5 (576212)

- Ruby Ball Stylus d=6 mm –M5 (576221)

- 2x Stylus Tool for M5 Threaded Styli (576225)

- MAC34 T-Probe Stylus Compensation Tool (576899)

- T-Probe Battery Charger (734195)

- 2x T-Probe Spare Battery (575983)

- Compatibility: AT960

▪ MAV72, Sensor Aperture. Sensor Aperture Redirects air movements around sensor optics to improve measurement data quality.

▪ Red-Ring Reflector 1.5" (RRR), 2-pack. 2 Corner Cube reflectors with removable ring, protection cover for optic and certificate, in wooden box. Radius 19.05 mm

±0.0025 mm (0.750 in ±0.0001 in) Centring of optics lt; ±0.003 mm (lt; ±0.00012 in)

Shape ball =0.003 mm (=0.00012 in) Acceptance angle ±30° No limitation due to ring Material ball: Stainless steel, surface-hardened, magnetic Weight 170g (6.00 oz).

▪ Red-Ring Reflector 0.5" (RRR), 2-pack. 2 Corner Cube reflectors with removable ring, protection cover for optic and certificate, in wooden box Radius 6.35 mm ±

0.0025 mm (0.250 in ± 0.0001 in) Centring of optics lt; ± 0.003 mm (lt; ± 0.00012 in)

Shape ball = 0.003 mm (= 0.00012 in) Acceptance angle: ± 30°, No limitation due to ring Material ball: Stainless steel, surface-hardened, magnetic Weight: 6 g (0.21 oz).

▪ Leica LT - Imperial Reflector Holder Kit

- 3x 577230 Reflector Holder 0.5" Drift Nest, Offset 0.5000", Stainless Steel,

- 1x 577235 Reflector Holder 0.5" Target Corner, Offset 0.5000", Stainless Steel,

- 1x 577210 Reflector Holder 0.5", Offset 0.5000", Shank d=0.2500", Body d=0.5000", Stainless Steel

- 1x 576131 Double Vector for TBR, Shank d=0.2500", Steel black oxide finish,

- 1x 577120 Reflector Holder 1.5", Offset 1.0000", Shank d=0.2500", Body d=1.000", Stainless Steel

- 1x 577127 Reflector Holder 1.5", Offset 1.0000", Shankless, Body d=1.6000", Stainless Steel

- 1x 577137 Edge Reflector Holder 1.5", Offset 1.0000", Stainless Steel,

- 2x 576134 Tripod Reflector Holder 1.5" ,

- 6x 577140 Drift Nest 1.5", Offset 1.0000", Aluminum.

▪ MST138 Portable Precision Carbon Tripod

Precision carbon tripod for Absolute Tracker AT930/960, ATS600 or Absolute Arm.

ThemMST138 has the following features:

- Foldable tripod with carbon legs

- Height scale on center leg

- 3x integrated fixed positions for AT Controller/ATS Controller or external batteries MPB25/MPB100

- 3.5x8’’ thread to mount Absolute Tracker AT930/AT960, ATS600 or Absolute

Arm RA7 and RA8 v1 and v2

- Adjustable height: 79 cm – 131 cm (31.1’’ – 51.6’’)

- Weight: 13.5 kg (29.8 lbs)

▪ MST141 Tripod Transportation Case

- MST138 Portable Precision Carbon Tripod (577420)

- MST139 Portable Precision Aluminum Tripod (577421)

- Dimensions L= 98 cm, W= 41 cm, H= 33 cm ((L=38.6’’, W=16.1’’, H=13.0’’)

- Empty weight: 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs)

▪ T-Probe Styli Kit

T-Probe styli kit Recommended styli kit for Leica T-Probe. The kit contains the following content:

- Scribe Stylus r=0.1 mm - M2 (576219)

- Ruby Ball Stylus d=3 mm - M5 (576220)

- Ruby Ball Stylus d=6 mm - M5 (576221)

- Ceramic Hemispherical Stylus d=0.5in, M5 (576143)

- Ceramic Hemispherical Stylus d=1.5in, M5 (576144)

- Stylus Extension 100 mm - M5 - carbon fibre - stem d=20 mm (576213)

- Stylus Extension 200 mm - M5 - carbon fibre - stem d=20 mm (576214)

- Stylus Extension 40 mm - M5 - carbon - stem d=11 mm (576217)

- 2x T-Probe Stylus Adaptor - M5 (576212)

- 2x Stylus Tool for M2-M3 Threaded Styli (576223)

- 2x Stylus Tool for M5 Threaded Styli (576225)

- Stylus Adaptor M5-M2 (576226)

- T-Probe Styli Kit Case for Standard Configuration (576211)

- Compatibility: AT960

▪ Stylus Extension 400 mm, M5, Fibre, ø 20 mm

▪ Stylus Extension 600 mm, M5, ø 20 mm

▪ 90Deg. Adapter for T-Probe. 90-degree adaptor with M5f/M5m thread. Compatible with all M5 stylus and CFK extensions. Used for 90-degree stylus configurations with

Leica T-Probe. Compatibility: AT960

▪ MAC35, Magnetic Device for MAC34. For use with MAC34 T-Probe Stylus

Compensation Tool (576899). Holds to any magnetic surface. Magnetic force can be switched on and off. The MAC34 T-Probe Stylus Compensation Tool must be ordered separately. Compatibility: AT960

▪ MAR 137 Remote Control. Wireless Remote Control with Programmable buttons.

Connection types: Bluetooth Low Energy and 2.4 GHz wireless connection. Working range up to 30 m. Compatible with Windows 10 or later. Compatibility: AT403, AT930, AT960, ATS600.

▪ MMC91, Absolute Tracker Measurement Cart. Cart is compatible with AT930/960

AS600 or AT500. Contains a flexible shelf system for installation controllers, UPS and computers. Controller and computer compartment is temperature regulated. Cart can be used like a regular measuring cart or reconfigured to a shuttle cart. Drawers equipped with preconfigured foam inlays for storing AT930/960, AT600 or AT500, scanners, reflectors and reflector supports, as well as Leica T-Probe, styli and extensions. The main cart desktop can be extended with a foldable side-table. The cart consists of:

- Measurement Cart with shelf compartment, drawers and lockable wheels

- 2x belt with snap hook and quick-connect buckle to fix tracker and/or stands on shuttle rail

- Power strip (EU version)

- 5x drawer inlays

- Velcro straps for controller and computer fixation

- USB-fan with USB extension cable

- Mechanical interface for forklift manipulations

- Cable Drum

▪ MAM94, Dust Cover. MAM94 Dust Cover. Cover compatible with the following measurement carts: MMC91 (576950) and MMC31 (576896). Compatibility: AT930, AT960, ATS600

▪ Power Strip, 12 Outlet, 2 Port USB, Portable

Leica TM6100A Theodolite Package

Motorized Industrial Theodolite

- Manual fine adjustment knobs

- Automated motorized electronic interface drive control

- Auto collimating illuminated green crosshair

- Angular accuracy of 2 arcsec or better

- Course and fine focusing

- Focusing distance from 0.6m to infinity

- ISO certified accuracy (standard for scientific/industrial grade metrology equipment)

- Spatial analyzer compatible

▪ TM6100A Motorized Industrial Theodolite with pan focal telescope and build-in autocollimation eyepiece. Including user manual, upright container and Calibration

Certificate.

- GDF321-I Tribrach PRO w/o Opt. Plummet

- GDF321-I Tribrach PRO without Optical Plummet - light grey

Compatibility: TM6100A, AT403

- TM6100A Motorized Industrial Theodolite

- GDF321-I Tribrach PRO w/o Opt. Plummet

- GEV270 Power Supply Unit, TPS/GPS/DNA

- GEB242 Battery int. Li-Ion 14.8V/5.8Ah

- GEV220, Y-Cable, 2.0 m

- GKL311 Charger Pro 3000

- AL51 Plug in Lamp for TM5100A/TM6100A

- RS232 Serial - USB Adapter

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Warranty

The Contractor shall provide a minimum 12-month warranty that shall commence with the acceptance of the specialized optical equipment. It should be noted that a 24-month warranty is preferable for the optical equipment.

Required Delivery Dates

The equipment is needed ASAP for planned internal training and rehearsal operations, NLT 30

June 2025.

Documentation

Equipment user manuals, calibration certifications, and warranty documentation are required upon delivery.

Forbidden Materials List:

The following Materials shall not be incorporated into the cleanroom or gowning room.

- Any material that has not been approved by the office of Code 7634 Engineering

- Exceptions to materials on this list can be made on a case-by-case basis per Code 7634 approval

- Any material containing silicone

- Exposed greases and oils, especially silicone-based materials*

- Wood

- Polyurethane adhesives that contain plasticizers

- Sealants containing plasticizers

- Silicone adhesives/sealants/caulking

- Any adhesive/caulk/sealant…that is in the uncured state

- Any material that will “particulate”, such as foam materials

*If greases or oils must be used they shall not be applied in excess, they are to be applied and wiped off, leaving behind a thin film only.

HOW TO RESPOND TO THIS NOTICE

In responding to this notice:

Please include only the information described below, readable in either Microsoft Word 365, Microsoft Excel 365, or Adobe .pdf format.

Submit the response by email to the Primary Point of Contact and preferably before the closing date of this notice, May 3, 2025. Please note that to be considered for award under any official solicitation, the entity must be registered and “active” in SAM at the time of solicitation response. “ID Assigned” is not acceptable.

▪ Provide the complete name of your company, address, name of contact for follow-up questions, their email, their phone number and, if your company has an active registration in https://sam.gov, your company’s Unique Entity ID (UEI).

▪ Identify the equipment that your company sells that can meet the objectives addressed in the BACKGROUND section of this notice. For each product recommended to meet the Government’s requirement, provide the following:

- Manufacturer name, Model number and Technical specifications

- If your company is not the manufacturer, provide information on your company’s status as an authorized reseller of the product(s)

▪ Describe performance capabilities of the product(s) your company recommends to meet the Government’s requirements. Additionally, if there are other features or functions that you believe would assist NRL in meeting its objectives described above, please discuss in your response. Discuss whether the equipment that your company sells and which you describe in your response to this notice may be customized to specifications and indicate any limits to customization.

▪ Identify any aspects of the NRL market research notice, including instructions, and draft minimum specifications in the BACKGROUND section you cannot meet and state why.

▪ State whether the proposed equipment is manufactured in the United States and, if not, state the name of the country where the equipment is manufactured.

▪ Does your company consider this equipment identified within the requirement to be a commercial (as defined in FAR 2.101) or noncommercial item/service?

▪ Identify any plans/possibilities for changes in manufacturing location of the aforementioned equipment and provide relevant details, including timeline.

▪ For the NAICS code listed in this notice:

- Indicate your Business Size/Socioeconomic Categories and number of employees https://sam.gov/ https://sam.gov/

- If you believe the NAICS code listed in this notice is not the best NAICS code for the type of product addressed in this notice, identify an alternative NAICS code that you believe would be more appropriate for the planned procurement.

▪ Describe standard terms and conditions of sale offered by your company for the recommended equipment such as: delivery time after your company accepts the order;

FOB shipping terms; manufacturer warranty (including details regarding nature and duration); if available, description(s) of available extended warranty; equipment setup and test; operator and service instruction manual(s); cleanup after installation; and if applicable, other offered services. Provide a copy of manufacturer standard terms and conditions that typically relate to the sale of the specified equipment, if available.

▪ If the recommended equipment and related services are available for purchase on any existing Federal Supply Schedule contract(s) or other contracts against which NRL may be able to place orders, identify the contract number(s) and other relevant information.

▪ Provide any other information that you believe would be valuable for NRL to know as part of its market research for this requirement.

▪ State if you require NRL to provide additional information to improve your understanding of the government’s requirement and/or would like to meet with NRL representatives to discuss the requirement and the capabilities of the identified equipment.

QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS NOTICE

Questions regarding this notice may be submitted via email to the Primary Point of Contact listed in this notice. Questions should be submitted so that they are received by April 25, 2025. If the

Contracting Officer determines that providing a written amendment to this notice to document question(s) received would benefit other potential respondents, the questions would be anonymized, and a written response to such question(s) would be provided via an amendment to this notice.

IMPORTANT NOTES

This notice is for market research purposes and should not be construed as a commitment by

NRL to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract. There is no solicitation available at this time.

This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided in response.

NRL reserves the right to use information provided by respondents for any purpose deemed necessary and legally appropriate.

Any organization responding to this notice should ensure that its response is complete and sufficiently detailed to allow the Government to determine the organization’s capability.

Respondents are advised that the Government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted.

The responses shall not exceed ten (10) pages including all attachments, charts, etc. and should be emailed to the Contract Specialist daniel.l.stdenis.civ@us.navy.mil.

mailto:daniel.l.stdenis.civ@us.navy.mil