What types of agencies buy Light Source services?

Federal agencies across all departments procure Light Source services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue Light Source contracts through their own procurement portals.

How do I find Light Source contracts with SamSearch?

Use SamSearch to browse pre-classified opportunities in one place, with AI-powered filtering by agency, set-aside, and deadline.

Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Light Source?

Yes. Many Light Source contracts are set aside for small businesses, including 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone firms. Use SamSearch's set-aside filters to find contracts your business qualifies for.

How competitive are Light Source government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Light Source can attract dozens of bidders, while small open-market solicitations may have only a few. Monitoring active solicitations and building agency relationships early improves win rates.

Contract Category

Light Source Government Contracts

8 government contract opportunities classified as Light Source, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.

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7 federal contract opportunities classified as Light Source.

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

6515--SURGICAL XENON LIGHTSOURCE AND ACCESSORIES

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AI Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes for a Xenon 300W Light Source with Turret and additional accessories for the Salem VA Health Care System. This opportunity is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC). Interested vendors should respond by the specified deadline.

Posted Apr 21, 2026Due Apr 24, 2026SolicitationNAICS 339113Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)Sol: 36C24626Q0532

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

6515--XENON 300W SURGICAL LIGHT SOURCE AND ACCESSORIES

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AI Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors for a Xenon 300W Surgical Light Source and accessories. This Sources Sought notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a contract award. Interested parties must respond by April 15, 2026, with required company information to assist…

Posted Apr 10, 2026Due Apr 15, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 339113Sol: 36C24626Q0494

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Beam Position Monitor (BPM) and sub-assemblies for ALS-U

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AI Summary

The University of California, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is seeking potential sources for the supply of Beam Position Monitors and their sub-assemblies for the Advanced Light Source Upgrade project. Interested parties should demonstrate their expertise and capabilities in this area.

Posted Feb 27, 2026Due Mar 9, 2026Sources SoughtSol: AA-2026-02

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

CONTINUUM LIGHT SOURCE OR DOMESTIC EQUIVALENT

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AI Summary

The Department of Energy's Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences is seeking a Continuum Light Source or an equivalent product. Interested bidders should refer to the Bill of Materials for specific requirements. This opportunity is categorized as a Request for Proposal (RFP) and does not fall under Simplified Acquisit…

Posted Oct 16, 2025Due Oct 29, 2025Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 334413Sol: RFQ414998

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

BEAMLINE M1 MIRRORS

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AI Summary

The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is seeking proposals for Beamline M1 Mirrors as part of the ALS-U upgrade project. This upgrade aims to enhance the Advanced Light Source's capabilities, significantly increasing brightness and coherent light in the soft x-ray region. Interested bidders should prepare their pro…

Posted Aug 28, 2025Due Sep 2, 2025SolicitationNAICS 334510Sol: AM202505-13

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

6515--BRAND NAME ONLY - XENON FIBER OPTIC SURGICAL LIGHT SOURCE

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AI Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources for the Brand Name Only 1300XSB Xenon Fiber Optic Surgical Light Source, specifically from the original equipment manufacturer or authorized distributors of Medical Illumination International, Inc. This Sources Sought notice aims to gather market information and ass…

Posted May 20, 2025Due May 27, 2025Sources SoughtNAICS 339113Sol: 36C26325Q0759

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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE A HIGH RADIANCE UV-NIR LIGHT SOURCE WITH MONOCHROMATOR

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AI Summary

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to issue a Sole Source Award to Hamamatsu Corp. for a high radiance UV-NIR light source with a monochromator, necessary for refractometry and dark-field microscopy. The light source must meet specific requirements, including a spectral output of 350 nm t…

Posted May 20, 2025Due Jun 4, 2025Special NoticeNAICS 334516Sol: NIST-SS25-46

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