Laser Amplifier Modules

Colorado State University's Advanced Lasers and Extreme Photonics (ALEPH) Lab is conducting a procurement for specialized laser amplification equipment through a documented quote (DQ-2025-045-JS) in Larimer County. The university seeks firm pricing for two diode-pumped Neodymium-doped yttrium lithium fluoride (Nd:YLF) amplification modules to replace existing flash lamp pumped modules. Specific technical requirements include Module #1 with a 4mm diameter x 126mm long Nd:YLF rod operating at 1053 nm wavelength, and Module #2 with a 7mm diameter x 146mm long Nd:YLF rod. The procurement also requires a DC power supply for Module #2 and two laser diode drivers. The solicitation was published on July 1, 2025, with a submission deadline of July 7, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. Mountain Time, and an anticipated award notification date of July 11, 2025. Evaluation will likely consider technical specifications, pricing, and vendor compliance with university procurement terms.

The procurement encourages participation from small businesses, including veteran-owned, women-owned, minority-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises. Vendors must complete a Vendor Self Certification Form to document their business classification and are required to provide a W-9 form and comply with federal procurement regulations under 2 CFR 200.318-326. Colorado State University is tax-exempt and a member of group purchasing organizations including E&I, Omnia, Vizient, and BuyBoard. Vendors must submit responses electronically through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System and provide specification sheets, pricing information, and necessary documentation. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is part of a facility upgrade project for the ALEPH Lab, suggesting a focused and potentially specialized procurement with specific technical requirements.