Micro Laser Switch

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #:    N0017823Q6687

Submitted by: Lee Ann Mizelle

NAICS Code:  334516

FSC/PSC Code:  7G21

Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov:  2/MAR/2023
Anticipated Closing Date: 10/MAR/2023

Contracts POC Name: Lee Ann Mizelle

Telephone#: (540) 653-2812

Email Address: lee.a.mizelle.civ@us.navy.mil

Code and Description:  7G - IT and Telecom - Network

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.   

Synopsis/Solicitation N0017823Q6687 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).  The synopsis/solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation as indicated in the attached SF18.  The SF18 form is being utilized to generate the applicable clauses from the Standard Procurement System. 

This requirement is not eligible for small business set-aside.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) intends to award on a sole source basis to MegaWatt Lasers, Inc. for the following manufactured products:  Micro Laser Switch - Fiber pumped DPSS passively Q-switched Micro-Laser with >= 1 meter fiber and connector. MegaWatt Lasers, Inc., is located in Hilton Head Island, SC.

This project is tasked with developing a compact megavolt capable driver that can operate at high repetition rates. In order to integrate these two projects, a new micro-laser is needed that meets the requirements of the program while maintaining the interfaces and operational specifications of the micro-lasers used in the earlier phases of the Micro-Laser Triggered Switches project. The previous lasers used in that project were provided by MegaWatt Lasers Inc. The required equipment is exclusive to MegaWatt Lasers, Inc. 

Please include shipping/freight cost to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5110. Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) will be utilized for award in accordance with FAR Part 13.  The order shall be firm fixed price.  

All responsible offerors must submit, with its offer, the representation required in paragraph (c) of FAR solicitation provision 52.212-3. Offerors must complete the following representations when the resulting contract is for supplies to be delivered or services to be performed in the United States or its outlying areas, or when the contracting officer has applied FAR Part 19. All offerors may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.  The completion and submission to the Government of an offer shall indicate the Offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions in this solicitation. Offers may be rejected if an exception to the terms or conditions set forth in this solicitation is taken.

At time of proposal submission please submit any historical data and published pricing.  Award will be made based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable.

In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).  Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov.

Quote is due 10 March 2023, no later than 5:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 9 April 2023.  Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to lee.a.mizelle.civ@us.navy.mil  prior to the RFQ closing.  Please be sure to include Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017823Q6687 in the subject line.

Attachments – All attachments should be specified.

-SF18: Request for Quotations

-Configuration Specs