NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: USAFA Supercontinuum Laser Source

The United States Air Force Academy (10th Contracting Squadron) intends to award a sole‑source, firm‑fixed‑price purchase order to Optowares Inc. for two high‑performance supercontinuum laser sources. The lasers must deliver ≥30 W average power, a broadband spectral range of 400‑2400 nm, and a stable repetition rate between 1 MHz and 4 MHz, with integrated optical isolation and USB control. While the solicitation is not a competitive bid, other vendors may submit capability statements by the deadline. The contract will be a firm‑fixed‑price order with FOB destination delivery to USAFA, Colorado. • Quantity: 2 standalone supercontinuum laser systems • Minimum average output power: ≥30 W per system • Spectral coverage: 400‑2400 nm (continuous) • Repetition rate: ≥1 MHz, supporting up to 4 MHz stable operation • Power stability: <0.5 % RMS over continuous run • Integrated optical isolation and USB/software control interface • Delivery: FOB destination to USAFA, CO 80840 • Sole‑source vendor: Optowares Inc., Woburn, MA • Deadline for capability statements: 25 Aug 2026, 5:00 PM MDT