CLBO Crystals

The Department of Energy Office of Science, through Argonne National Laboratory, has issued a Request for Quotation for the manufacturing of CLBO Crystals with specific optical and thermal characteristics. The procurement requires manufacturers to produce 536.7 units of 5x5x20 mm uncoated single crystals featuring laser-grade polished front and back surfaces, fine ground other surfaces, and precise wavelength and temperature operating parameters for second harmonic generation applications. This solicitation is restricted exclusively to manufacturers, and potential contractors must complete comprehensive representations and certifications covering federal compliance requirements including Buy American Act, Equal Opportunity, conflict of interest disclosures, and various regulatory standards. The evaluation will be based on firm fixed pricing submitted in U.S. dollars, and quotations must be accompanied by the required Argonne Representations and Certifications form. The submission deadline for all quotations is August 29, 2025, providing vendors with a four-day response window.

This procurement opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualifying manufacturers in the commercial marketplace. While no specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the solicitation documents, the substantial quantity of 536.7 crystal units suggests a significant procurement value given the specialized nature of these precision optical components. The contract will be performed on an FOB Destination basis to Lemont, Illinois 60439, where Argonne National Laboratory is located, with standard Net 30 payment terms. No incumbent contractors or potential competitors are identified in the solicitation materials, indicating this may be a new requirement or open competition. The timeline appears compressed with the immediate need for specialized crystal manufacturing capabilities, as evidenced by the brief four-day quotation period from posting to submission deadline.