Telecom Lasers
The government intends to sole-source the procurement of telecom lasers from Toptica Photonics in Pittsford, NY, as their products uniquely meet the required specifications for quantum microwave-optical transduction and fiber interferometer locking. The lasers must have an extremely narrow frequency linewidth (0.3 kHz) and be tunable across 1510-1630 nm, and Toptica’s offerings are compatible with existing AFRL lab equipment. No budget amount is specified. Performance of services will be at the government’s location, though the exact site is not detailed. The government anticipates an award date on or before 30 August 2026.