Lazuli Widefield Context Camera Optical Interference Filters

The Arizona Board of Regents, on behalf of the University of Arizona, is seeking qualified suppliers to manufacture, test, document, package, and deliver optical interference filters for the Lazuli Widefield Context Camera.

University of Arizona > Supply Chain Services > Steward Observatory - Astronomy


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Sep 15, 2026 12:00 PM
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Description

The Arizona Board of Regents, on behalf of the University of Arizona, is soliciting proposals from qualified suppliers for the manufacture and delivery of optical interference filters for the Lazuli Widefield Context Camera. The scope includes standard astronomical broadband filters, ultra-broadband filters, and narrowband filters in rectangular and round fused-silica substrates, with specified dimensions, optical performance, coating, surface-quality, wavefront, environmental, and vacuum-operating requirements. The supplier must perform coating, cleaning, inspection, testing, and verification; provide witness samples and coating coupons; submit transmission curves, inspection reports, test data, part drawings, and supporting documentation; host a Manufacturing Readiness Review before fabrication; and safely package and label the finished optics for shipment. Responses must address technical compliance, delivery schedule, total cost, warranty and post-sales support, and any exceptions to the requirements. Pricing must include total, optional items, shipping and delivery, assumptions, and pricing validity.

Classification Codes
NAICS334516Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
PSC6650Optical Instruments, Test Equipment, Components and Accessories
Smart Codes
optical interference filtersoptical coating servicesoptical testing services
Specifications
Supply & Service
Timeline
Aug 5, 2026-RFP Issued
Aug 13, 2026-Pre-Submittal Meeting (optional)
Virtual meeting; link provided in the solicitation.
Aug 18, 2026-Technical Inquiries Due
Aug 25, 2026-Answers to Supplier Questions
Sep 15, 2026-Proposal Due Date
Sep 30, 2026-Final Review and Approvals Completed
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