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U.S. Department Of Defense·Tennessee

Afocal Relay Optics for Cryovacuum Chamber – Market Intelligence Request

Closes 4/21/2026$500k – $5MRequest for Information
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Description

The Department of the Air Force is seeking market intelligence from qualified vendors to identify potential suppliers for the development of All-reflective Afocal Relay for Cryovacuum Chamber. This project requires adherence to NIST SP 800-171 and Joint Certification Program (JCP) standards. Vendors must undergo a compliance vetting process to access critical project information. The government is looking for vendors with experience in designing afocal relays for cryovacuum chambers, fabrication and integration, testing and commissioning, and data deliverables. • The project involves designing afocal relays for cryovacuum chambers. • Vendors must provide budgetary estimates for a business process prototype and the actual execution of the full project. • The project requires adherence to NIST SP 800-171 and JCP standards. • Vendors must undergo a compliance vetting process to access critical project information. • The government is looking for vendors with experience in testing and commissioning afocal relay optics.

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Contact

Paytonne Szatkowski

[email protected]

Key dates

Opened
3/31/2026
Closes
4/21/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Information
Industry
Aerospace and Defense
NAICS
334516
Solicitation №
FA9101_AfocalRelay

Budget estimate

$500,000 – $5,000,000

The budget for this project is difficult to estimate, as the document does not provide a clear budget or funding information. However, based on the complexity of the project and the requirements for NIST SP 800-171 and JCP compliance, it is likely that the budget will be substantial. A rough estimate could be in the range of $500,000 to $5 million, considering the development of afocal relays for cryovacuum chambers and the need for compliance with strict standards. Factors that may influence the likely payment range include the scope of the project, the number of vendors involved, and the level of complexity in the development process.

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