Narrow Linewidth 1112nm Laser

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is soliciting quotations for a Narrow Linewidth 1112nm Laser through an unrestricted procurement with Solicitation Number NB688000-25-01568. The Physical Measurements Lab requires a specialized laser with precise technical specifications, including a center wavelength of 1111.60 nm and a linewidth of 5 mW. This procurement will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, with two primary evaluation factors of Technical Capability and Price. Vendors must submit electronic quotations to lisa.stevens@nist.gov by May 12, 2025, and include detailed documentation demonstrating compliance with specifications. Contractors are required to have an active System for Award Management (SAM) registration and must provide a unique entity identifier.

The solicitation is not set aside for any specific business category and is open to vendors of all sizes within the Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing sector. The procurement calls for one (1) laser to be delivered to NIST's Boulder, Colorado location within ten weeks after receipt of order. Specific technical requirements include thermal and fast wavelength tuning capabilities, output in PM980 fiber with FC/APC coupler, and compatibility with 19" electronics rack mounting. The government plans to conduct acceptance testing within seven business days of delivery, focusing on verifying the laser's operating power output, wavelength, and linewidth. Electrical specifications mandate 120 VAC, 60 Hz power, with control interfaces supporting USB and ethernet connectivity. Payment terms are Net 30, and the procurement is structured as a firm fixed price contract.