AFRL/RWTSH Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS) Deformable Mirror (DM)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Eglin Air Force Base is conducting a Sources Sought (SS)/Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for a Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS) Deformable Mirror (DM). This RFI aims to gather market capabilities for a 137-actuator MEMS DM to support research and development of new Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) sensing capabilities for hypersonics at the KHILS Laboratory. Responses are due June 10, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for a MEMS Deformable Mirror with specific technical characteristics detailed in the Minimum Requirements Document (MRD). Key specifications include:
- Type: Continuous membrane / MEMS
- Actuator Count: Minimum 137
- Aperture Size: 4mm (min) to 8mm (max)
- Actuator Physical Stroke: 5.5µm
- Response Time: 450/650 microseconds (10% - 90% Rise/Fall)
- Inter-actuator coupling: < 23%
- Surface Figure: <20nm RMS
- Window Transmission: >95% over 1.5 – 5.0µm waveband
- Driver frame rate: 2kHz
- Delivery: 14 weeks or less. The DM must be capable of open-loop calibration, and driver electronics/interface must provide memory volatility statements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research for Small Business capabilities)
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, 5:00 pm Eastern Time
- Published: June 1, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties, particularly Small Business concerns, must provide capability packages addressing:
- Company details (Name, Address, CAGE Code, POC for technical and contractual issues).
- Small Business designation under the relevant NAICS code (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, EDWOSB, WOSB status).
- Description of relevant capability and experience to meet MRD requirements.
- Item specifications/brochures for proposed items.
- Potential teammates/subcontractors.
- Identified risks or unknowns.
- GSA contract information if applicable.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only and is not a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The Government will not accept quotes at this time. Responses should be sent via email to Jason Sav (jason.sav@us.af.mil). The email subject line must be “SS-AFRL-RIZ -2026-0021 AFRL/RWTSH Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS) Deformable Mirror (DM)”. Attachments should be limited to .pdf, .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx formats.