Combined Sources Sought Notice and Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Continuously Tunable 1550nm Laser
Agency
COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST
Location
Gaithersburg, MD
Maryland
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Sources Sought
Service / NAICS
334516
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST involves combined sources sought notice and notice of intent to sole source for continuously tunable 1550nm laser in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. Responses are due by Mar 31, 2026 (12 days remaining).
Contract Description
***THIS IS A COMBINED SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE*** The purpose of this sources sought notice is to conduct market research and identify potential sources of commercial products/services that satisfy the Government’s anticipated needs. If no alternate sources are identified, the Government intends to issue a Sole Source Award to Toptica Photonics Inc, 1120 Pittsford Victor Rd, Pittsford, New York, US, under the authority of Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) FAR 12.102(a). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. BACKGROUND As part of a new program to build the next generation optical pressure standard to replace existing mercury- and oil-based manometers, the ...
Timeline
Posted Date
Mar 18, 2026
Response Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
12 days remaining
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Maryland
- ✓You have worked with COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST before
Harder to Win If…
- !Only 12 days remaining to prepare your response
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of Mar 31, 2026.
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