Lairson Bruce
Ventura, CA Doing business as Photon Foils
- UEI
- V4VWDLNKU7M5
- CAGE
- 7RYP3
- Primary NAICS
- 541420 Industrial Design Services
- SAM.gov registration
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Company facts
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Sole Proprietorship
- NAICS codes registered in SAM.gov
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 8091 Parkview Dr, Ventura, CA 93001, USA
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Recent federal awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase i sbir - high thermal conductance grids for x-RAY microcalorimeter optical blocking filters | Shared Services Center | $224,919 | |
| Sbir phase II 80NSSC25C0054 large silicon carbide grids for x-RAY microcalorimeter blocking filters | Shared Services Center | $849,999 | |
| FY24 sbir phase i- large silicon carbide grids for x-RAY microcalorimeter blocking filters | Shared Services Center | $149,840 | |
| E014042 sbir phase II silicon carbide grid fabrication and vibration qualification | Shared Services Center | $749,909 | |
| Silicon carbide grid fabrication and vibration qualification | Shared Services Center | $131,461 |
About Lairson Bruce
Lairson Bruce, operating under the business name Photon Foils, is a small business sole proprietorship located in Ventura, California, with a specialized focus on advanced materials research and precision engineering. Registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since December 2016, the company has established itself as a niche provider of sophisticated scientific and aerospace components, particularly in the development of high-precision materials and fabrication techniques. The business is primarily engaged in research and development work, with a strong emphasis on innovative materials science solutions for specialized scientific instrumentation.
Photon Foils has consistently worked with NASA's Shared Services Center, exclusively securing Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contracts focused on silicon carbide grid development for X-ray microcalorimeter blocking filters. The company has been awarded four sequential SBIR contracts, ranging from $131,461 to $849,999, all designated as total small business set-asides. These contracts have progressively advanced the company's research in silicon carbide grid fabrication and vibration qualification, with each phase building upon previous technological developments. The research aims to create advanced grid components for X-ray telescopes and laboratory instruments, demonstrating a highly specialized capability in precision materials engineering. All federal contract awards have been firm fixed-price contracts, with performance periods typically ranging from 12-24 months, and funded entirely through NASA's SBIR program.
Quick answers
What is Lairson Bruce's UEI?
Lairson Bruce's Unique Entity ID (UEI) in SAM.gov is V4VWDLNKU7M5.
What is Lairson Bruce's CAGE code?
Lairson Bruce's CAGE code is 7RYP3.
What is Lairson Bruce's primary NAICS code?
Lairson Bruce's primary NAICS code is 541420 (Industrial Design Services).
Where is Lairson Bruce located?
Lairson Bruce's physical address in SAM.gov is 8091 Parkview Dr, Ventura, CA 93001, USA.
Is Lairson Bruce registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Lairson Bruce's SAM.gov registration is active through March 15, 2027.
What is Lairson Bruce's most recent federal award?
Lairson Bruce's most recent federal contract award is Phase i sbir - high thermal conductance grids for x-RAY microcalorimeter optical blocking filters (80NSSC26C0305), from Shared Services Center, on September 30, 2026.
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