Dual-Frequency-Comb Laser System

The University of Central Florida is soliciting bids for a mid-infrared dual frequency comb laser system to be used for applications in defense, aerospace, power generation, transportation, and fundamental science. The required specifications include a dual frequency comb mid-infrared spectrometer unit containing optics, driving electronics, data acquisition devices, and exchangeable Quantum Cascade Laser Frequency Comb Modules with a spectral range of 2200 cm1 to 900 cm1 and a spectral bandwidth per module of ~100 cm1. Questions are due July 30, 2024 by 5:00 PM EST, and bids are due August 8, 2024 by 2:00 PM EST. The bid opening will be public on August 8, 2024. The procurement documents do not provide details on pricing terms, set asides, incumbents, funding requirements or sources, or other salient financial information, and instead focus on the technical specifications and submission requirements for the dual frequency comb laser system.

The procurement documents do not indicate any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No information is provided on any listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. Similarly, the procurement documents do not include any details on possible award values or budget ranges.