Tunable Laser for 1300nm O Band

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is soliciting quotations for one tunable laser for 1300nm O Band applications through RFQ NB688000-25-01700. The laser will support the Physical Measurements Lab's Quantum & Nanophotonics Group in microresonator optical frequency comb research for photonic in-memory computing acceleration. The technical specifications require a continuous wave laser with wavelength tuning range of 1290-1350 nm, minimum output power of 24 mW, optical isolation over 50 dB, instantaneous linewidth under 1 kHz, and fiber-coupled output with polarization-maintaining fiber. NIST will evaluate quotations using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, selecting the lowest-priced quote that meets all technical requirements. Quotations must be submitted electronically to lisa.stevens@nist.gov by 11:00 AM Mountain Standard Time on August 11, 2025, and must include firm fixed pricing, country of origin, Net 30 payment terms, and delivery timeline.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and follows simplified acquisition procedures with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. No incumbent contractors or potential award values are specified in the solicitation documents. The requirement is for a single unit with delivery, installation, and training to be completed within twelve weeks after receipt of order. The selected contractor must provide a base manufacturer warranty of 12 months or 3000 hours of operation, along with electronic media including software and manuals. Performance will occur at NIST's facility located at 325 Broadway, Boulder, Colorado 80305, with shipping required FOB Destination. NIST will conduct planned government acceptance testing over seven business days following delivery.