Quantum Sensing and Communications applications for Exotic Optical Fibers manufactured from materials produced in space study

The opportunity is for a study of Quantum Sensing and Communications applications for Exotic Optical Fibers manufactured from materials produced in space. NASA/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to APSIDAL LLC, but is accepting submissions from other organizations to determine whether to conduct the procurement on a competitive basis. The scope of work includes a study of the applications for Exotic Optical Fibers manufactured from materials produced in space. • The study will focus on Quantum Sensing and Communications applications • The optical fibers will be manufactured from materials produced in space • The procurement will be conducted using the provisions, clauses, and procedures prescribed in FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13 • The NAICS Code for this procurement is 541715