Laser Source for Q-Switched Metrology
COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF
Notice type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Solicitation #
NB686010-26-01559
NAICS
334516
PSC
6640
Posted
June 10, 2026
Response due
June 22, 2026
Place of performance
Boulder, CO
What this opportunity is
The Department of Commerce is seeking a Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser for metrology applications, specifically for calibrating laser pulse-energy instruments for U.S. industry and military customers. This opportunity is suitable for small businesses in the manufacturing sector, particularly those classified under NAICS 334516. The notice is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, indicating that interested vendors should prepare to submit proposals rather than just track the opportunity.
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Description
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TITLE: Laser Source for Q-Switched Metrology
Requesting Lab/Division/Group: PML, Applied Physics Div. Sources and Detectors Grp.
General Statement of Need
To perform calibrations of Laser Pulse-Energy Instruments for U.S. Industry and U.S. Military
Customers, we require a Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser providing pulse energy excess of 600 mJ
with options for the second harmonic (532 nm) and the third harmonic (355 nm).
Items and/or Ancillary Services
Item 1: Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser
Quantity: one (1)
Specifications:
1. Wavelength must be 1064 nm with a spectral bandwidth less than 0. 3 nm (nanometer)
2. Pulse duration less than 10 ns (nanosecond) required,
3. Beam -shape should approximate a Gaussian in the Far-field
4. Pulse energy of at least 600 mJ and repetition rate up to 20 Hz required
5. Provision for second and third harmonic generator options required
6. Laser shall be a Q-Switched,
7. Gain medium shall be a Nd:YAG crystal rod (explicitly not Nd:YLF fiber)
Separately Priced Options and Services:
Item 2: Second (2nd) Harmonic Generator
Quantity: one (1)
Specifications: 1) Shall interface with the Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser (item 1 above) to double the optical
frequency of the laser pulses to 532 nm. 2) S hall have provision(s) to interface with the third Harmonic
Generator
Item 3 : 3rd Harmonic Generator
Quantity: one (1)
Specifications: 1) Shall interface with the Second Harmonic Generator (item 2 above) to triple the
optical frequency of the laser pulses to 355 nm. 2) shall have provision(s) to interface with the third
Harmonic Generator
Item 4 : Water-to-Air heat exchanger option
Quantity: one (1)
Specifications: Shall interface with (or be part of) the laser cooling pump enclosure.
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Service Requirements / Item Specifications
Section Requirements/Specifications
Planning
Considerations
☒ N/A
☐ List any visits required to allow potential vendors to see site specific constraints.
[Explain requirement here]
☐ US citizen required on-site (foreign nationals require preregistration 30 days
prior)
☐ Vendor rep on-site more than three days
☐ Other considerations: [List other considerations to ensure an accurate
quote]
Shipping &
Delivery
☐ N/A
Standard shipping
Shipping criteria:
☒ Partial delivery acceptable
☐ Direct delivery to building required
[Explain need for requirement here]
Building has: ☐ Loading dock
☐ Containerization preference: [Choose container]
Other requirements: [List any other requirements here]
Delivery date criteria:
☒ Delivery of goods, installation, and training shall be completed no later than:
31 December 2026
☐ Deliver no earlier than: [Insert date here]
☐ Other: [List other shipping, delivery, or specil requirements]
Electronic Media
☒ N/A
[Enter electronic media requirements by item here.]
☐ Software
☐ Electronic manuals
☐ License Key
☐ Other: [List any other Electronic Media requirements here]
[Enter email address for software delivery here]
Installation
☒ N/A
[Enter installation requirements by item here.]
☐ Vendor technician on site
☐ Rigging
☐ Uncrating / Unpackaging
☐ Removal of packaging material
☐ Equipment set up
☐ Start-up services
☐ Turn key installation
☐ Other [Enter details here.]
Note: When installation is required, TPOC or COR shall be the coordination point.
Facility / Utility
Considerations
☒ N/A
No utility or facility requirements.
☐ OFPM Work Order Number(s)
[List any Work Order Number(s) here]
☐ Power available
Voltage: [Enter voltage here] (V)
Max Current: [Enter max current draw here] (A)
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Phase: [Choose phase]
Frequency: [Typically 60Hz] (Hz)
NEMA Plug Type: [Enter plug type here] (i.e.: NEMA L5-20P)
Environment: [Choose environment]
Other power consideration: [List any other power considerations here]
☐ Utility connections: [L ist relevant available utilities, pressure(s), and
flowrate(s)]
☐ Other considerations: [List other considerations to ensure an accurate
quote]
Warranty
☐ N/A
Base Manufacturer Warranty is acceptable
[If you require an Extended Manufacturer Warranty, describe the warranty
requirements per item here.]
What is included?
☐ Labor ☐ Parts ☐ Travel ☐ Cost and liability for returns
☐ Other: [Enter other requirements here]
☐ Warranty length: [Enter warranty length here]
Period Length:[Ex. month, 6 month, year etc.]
Training
☒ N/A
No training requirements
☐ On-site
☐ Off-site location: [Enter location(s) here]
☐ Number of trainees: [Enter number of trainees here]
Scope of training:
☐ Operations ☐ Maintenance ☐ Troubleshooting ☐ Safety
☐ Other: [Enter other scope requirements here]
☐ Training materials to be provided: [Describe requirement here]
☐ Other: [Enter other training requirements here]
Note: When training is required, TPOC or COR shall be the coordination point.
Inspection and
Acceptance
☐ N/A
Power-on and operate laser to ensure fundamental output and harmonic
outputs meet specifications.
☐ Planned government acceptance testing (7 business days)
☒ Gov’t acceptance expected to take longer than 7 business days: 21 Days
☐ Inspection and acceptance plan: [Explain here]
☐ Other: [Enter other requirements here]
Maintenance
☒ N/A
none
Period Length: [Ex. month, 6 month, year etc.]
What is included?
☐ Labor ☐ Spare parts ☐ Consumables ☐ Travel
☐ Cost and liability for returns ☐ Software updates ☐ Manuals
☐ Service plan length: [ Enter service plan length here]
☐ Other: [Enter other requirements here]
☐ Requirements: [Enter requirements here] (i.e.: onsite within…
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