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26 federal contract opportunities classified as Photonics.
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking information on the development of algorithms for photonic integrated circuits (PICs). This RFI focuses on algorithm-hardware co-design to enhance future Department of War capabilities. Interested parties should provide insights into their expertise in thi…
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The Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, is seeking quotes for a polarization-entangled photon source. Interested vendors should refer to the attached documents for detailed instructions, specifications, and clauses. This opportunity is classified under NAICS code 334515 and falls und…
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative proposals for developing radiofrequency system architectures that utilize optical timing precision for defense applications. Proposals should focus on advanced photonic oscillators and high-performance subsystem architectures, specifically excl…
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The Department of Energy is seeking to procure FormFactor precision photonics positioning and alignment equipment for the CENTER FOR NANOPHASE MATLS SCIENCES Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Interested offerors should refer to Attachment C for detailed specifications.
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The Department of Energy is offering a licensing opportunity for the Electrically Pumped Nanocrystal Laser Diode, a breakthrough technology that enables efficient room-temperature laser emission using colloidal quantum dots. This innovation addresses key challenges in laser technology and has applications in optical co…
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative proposals for the development of compact cold-atom devices and ultra-high Q MEMS and photonics devices using microscale ultra-high-vacuum systems. This solicitation aims to advance research in these cutting-edge technologies.
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The Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology is seeking a mode-locked laser system to support research in nonlinear integrated photonics for quantum sensing and timekeeping applications. The system must provide adequate pulse power and duration, with low noise and fast actuation mechanism…
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The National Science Foundation is soliciting proposals for NSF X-Labs teams focused on quantum interconnects and integrated quantum photonics. This initiative aims to develop novel technologies for quantum computing and information processing. Proposals will be evaluated based on the criteria outlined in the solicitat…
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NASA/NSSC requires the purchase of silicon-based photonics integrated circuits for laboratory testing related to the AstroPIC project. A sole source contract is intended with Applied Nanotools, the sole provider. Interested organizations may submit their qualifications by June 22, 2026, for consideration in determining…
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will host a Proposers Day on June 16, 2026, for the RF Architectures Applying Photonic Timing and Routing (RAAPTR) program. Participants must register by June 8, 2026. The program solicitation will be released after the event and will be available on the SAM website…
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The Department of the Navy is seeking quotations for photonics transmitters and receivers, specifically from Photonic Systems. This RFQ is issued under simplified acquisition procedures, with a firm fixed-price basis. Proposals are due by June 2, 2026, and must include documentation confirming authorized reseller statu…
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative research proposals for the Area-Multiplied Photonic-crystal Enhanced Devices (AMPED) program. This initiative aims to develop highly efficient laser devices with unprecedented output power in a compact form factor, significantly advancing curre…
VA
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The Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, is soliciting a wavelength swept light source for photonic thermometry. Interested parties should refer to the attached combined synopsis/solicitation for detailed requirements and submission guidelines.
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The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for the All-Domain Radiant Optical Research and Applications (ARORA) program. This initiative focuses on developing photonic technologies through collaboration with various organizations to enhance capabilities and maintain technical superio…
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The U.S. Air Force intends to award a sole source contract to SPIE for access to the SPIE Digital Library and eBooks for 2026, with options for 2027-2030. Interested parties may submit capability statements within three business days of this notice. This opportunity supports the Air Force Research Laboratory's mission …
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The Department of Defense is seeking a sole source for Narda-MITEQ periscope and photonics antenna radio frequency amplifiers. This opportunity is a combined synopsis/solicitation, and interested parties should refer to the attached RFQ for complete details and pricing information.
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking information on photonic integrated circuits (PICs) for quantum technology applications. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify investment opportunities in foundry platforms that support the development of quantum-tailored PICs, enhancing the …
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The Department of Defense is soliciting quarter-wave plates for the United States Military Academy. These optical components are essential for advanced research in laser and photonics systems, specifically designed for 780 nm applications. The specifications include a diameter of 25.4 mm and a retardation of λ/4. Bidde…
NY
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The Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to noncompetitively acquire a microwave digital lock-in amplifier, as outlined in FAR 13.106-1(b). This specialized equipment is essential for measuring photonic test structures and must meet specific technical requirements, incl…
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The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to noncompetitively acquire a Widely Tunable IR Laser from Toptica Photonics for research on photonic MEMS sensors. This acquisition is essential for developing and testing advanced measurement methods and sensing devices. NIST has determined that only T…
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