Components

The Naval Sea Systems Command is procuring specialized optical components through RFQ N66604-25-Q-0523, specifically Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexers (DWDM) and High Power Optical Components for naval applications. The solicitation covers 15 Contract Line Items including 13 different DWDM multiplexer models with varying wavelength channels (50GHz, 100GHz, 200GHz), plus a High Power Polarization Beam Combiner and a High Power Polarization Insensitive Optical Isolator. All components must meet stringent technical specifications including precise wavelength accuracy, low insertion loss, high channel isolation, and operation in temperature ranges from -20°C to +70°C, with SMF-28 Ultra fiber pigtails and FC/APC connectors required. The contract will be awarded using a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable evaluation methodology on a Firm Fixed Price basis. Quotes are due by July 9, 2025 at 1400 Eastern, with the government's desired delivery date no later than October 15, 2025.

This procurement is designated as a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS Code 334515 for Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals. The solicitation requires quantities ranging from 2 to 10 units per line item, with a total of 4-10 units specified for each component type, and includes a 6-week lead time requirement. Delivery will be F.O.B. Destination to Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island, where the place of performance is located. All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit detailed specifications demonstrating compliance with the technical requirements to be considered technically acceptable. The document does not identify any incumbent contractors or provide specific budget ranges for the procurement.