MINES25033 MIRcat-QT-Z laser system SS

The Colorado School of Mines Procurement and Contracting department is conducting a sole source procurement for a specialized MIRcat-QT-Z laser system from DRS Daylight Solutions, located in Jefferson County, Colorado. The procurement seeks a multiplexed, rapid-scan, broadly tunable mid-IR laser system featuring ZeroPoint Technology with specific technical specifications including continuous wave and pulsed operation, external TTL trigger compatibility, a tuning range of 3.6-10.15 mm, high-speed adjustments, narrow linewidth, factory-calibrated beam-pointing control, and vertically polarized output. The procurement will be conducted through Bidnet Direct, with proposals due on February 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM Mountain Time. Jack Correll is designated as the sole point of contact, and all inquiries should be directed to procurement@mines.edu. The procurement notice encourages potential vendors who believe they can provide similar services or products to contact Jack Correll, and any modifications to the notice will be posted on the Bidnet Direct website.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations or restrictions mentioned in the documentation. The estimated cost of the laser system is $112,500.00, representing the anticipated budget range for this procurement. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are explicitly detailed in the provided documentation. The procurement is specifically targeting a highly specialized laser system with unique technical capabilities, suggesting that potential respondents must have advanced technological expertise in mid-infrared laser systems. Potential vendors are advised to carefully review the technical specifications and be prepared to demonstrate comparable or equivalent capabilities if challenging the sole source designation. The procurement process emphasizes transparency, with an open invitation for alternative vendors to present their qualifications and potential solutions.