Vista Photonics, Inc.
Las Cruces, NM
- UEI
- RENMA2L2J5A4
- CAGE
- 3GVK6
- Primary NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- SAM.gov registration
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Company facts
- FY2025 rankings
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- Las Cruces, NM, USA
- Website
- vistaphotonics.com
- Founded
- 2003
- Employees
- 1-10
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1M-$10M
- Industry
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- Industrials
- Commercial & Professional Services
- Professional Services
- Consulting
- SIC code
- 73 Business Services
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Contract obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Obligated |
|---|---|
| FY2027 To date | $0 |
| FY2026 | $1,191,605 |
| FY2025 | $11,214,774 |
| FY2024 | $299,689 |
| FY2023 | $41,011 |
Top agencies by obligations
| Rank | Agency | Obligated, FY2026–FY2027 | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | $1,170,941 | |
| 2 | Department of the Navy | $20,664 |
Contract awards
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Grant awards
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About the company
Vista Photonics, Inc. is a small business Subchapter S corporation located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, specializing in advanced laser sensing techniques and optical gas monitoring technologies primarily serving aerospace and research industries. Registered in SAM.gov since 2003, the company focuses on developing sophisticated optical sensors and gas detection systems with a particular emphasis on aerospace applications. Their technical expertise centers on creating innovative optical monitoring solutions that can detect and analyze various gases and combustion products using laser-based technologies.
The company has consistently secured federal contract awards from NASA's Shared Services Center, predominantly through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase III program, with total contract values ranging from approximately $131,000 to $7.6 million. These contracts have focused on developing and manufacturing specialized optical sensor technologies, including Primary Constituent Monitors (PCM), compact battery-powered flight units for detecting combustion products and ammonia, and multi-gas sensor updates for aerospace environments. All of their recent federal contract awards have been designated as total small business set-asides, highlighting their niche capabilities in creating advanced gas monitoring and detection systems for spacecraft and research applications. The contracts involve manufacturing specialized sensor units, procuring specific laser and photodiode components, and developing next-generation monitoring technologies for complex aerospace environments, with work consistently performed in their New Mexico facility.
Quick answers
Is Vista Photonics, Inc. registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Vista Photonics, Inc.'s SAM.gov registration is active through January 7, 2027.
How much has Vista Photonics, Inc. received in federal contracts?
Federal contracts obligated $11,214,774 to Vista Photonics, Inc. in fiscal year 2025 and $12,747,079 in fiscal years 2023 through 2027.
How does Vista Photonics, Inc. rank among federal contractors?
Vista Photonics, Inc. ranked #11 in PSC AJ14 and #99 in PSC AJ in FY2025.
What is Vista Photonics, Inc.'s most recent federal award?
Vista Photonics, Inc.'s most recent federal contract award is Saga data analysis (N6449826P2112), from Naval Sea Systems Command (Navy), on July 22, 2026.
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