Bid guide
How to bid on Beam Sharing Grating, Linear Diamonds for SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
What SLAC is buying and why it matters
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory needs two single-crystal CVD diamond substrates. Each substrate must have two linear gratings with specific pitches and duty cycles. One substrate requires a 980 nm pitch and 3.5 µm guaranteed depth, while the other needs a 2,000 nm pitch and 5 µm guaranteed depth. There are also optional items for enhanced grating depths.
This opportunity is for suppliers who can precisely fabricate advanced diamond grating components. The work supports the laboratory's scientific research, making it a chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on August 03, 2026. All responses must be submitted by August 12, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. At this deadline, the agency will stop accepting proposals.
The award will be made using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable method. This means your proposal must meet all technical requirements and offer the lowest price among technically acceptable bids.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional firms specializing in advanced materials, precision fabrication, or optical components, particularly those with expertise in single-crystal CVD diamond processing and grating manufacturing. Vendors should be capable of meeting precise specifications for pitch, duty cycle, and grating depth.
The relevant category for this work is professional services, specifically within scientific or engineering specialties requiring high-precision manufacturing.
How to respond to this solicitation
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Your response must include a quoted price, delivery information, a technical compliance statement, and certification. All submissions should be directed to Angela Garcia. Ensure your company is registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for a subcontract award.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the attached Simplified Acquisition Source Selection Plan and Evaluation form to understand how your proposal will be judged. Since this is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable award, ensure your technical compliance statement clearly demonstrates that you meet all specified requirements, including grating pitch, duty cycles, and guaranteed depths.
Provide a competitive price while ensuring it covers all costs, including freight terms (FOB Destination Prepaid and Add). Clearly mark any proprietary or confidential information in your proposal. Also, be sure to complete the Buy American Act Certificate if applicable, and acknowledge the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory's Terms and Conditions for Fixed Price Commercial Supplies and Services and the Supplemental Rider.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
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