Pulse Compression Unit

The University of Central Florida, Physics department is seeking to acquire a pulse compression unit for a high-power 2um laser with specifications of 200W, 200 fs, and 2um central wavelength input. The University has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for this procurement, which has a submission deadline of April 19, 2022 at 3PM EST. The University will award the contract on an "All-or-None" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that meets the stated specifications detailed in the bid sheet. The contract term is not explicitly defined, but the University reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities and place additional orders within 180 days after the initial contract expiration. This is a rebid, and Attachment 5 contains "Information of Note" regarding previous questions.

The procurement is open to all interested and qualified suppliers, with no specific set-asides or incumbents noted. The University has provided general terms and conditions for the procurement, including requirements for insurance, background checks, E-Verify compliance, and COVID-19 policy adherence. The procurement is not limited to any specific types of organizations, and the University has not indicated a budget range or estimated award value.