High-Power Semiconductor Laser Diodes
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
Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC (LLNS) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified firms capable of providing commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) high-power semiconductor laser diode products. These products are intended for evaluation and potential use in laser amplifier applications, specifically for optical pumping in scientific or precision laser systems. Responses are due by June 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
LLNS is seeking sources with considerable demonstrated expertise and experience in high-power semiconductor laser diode products, including diode bars, diode stacks, and related assemblies suitable for precision optical applications. The requested products are not general-purpose electronic diodes, lighting products, communications devices, detector devices, or consumer laser components.
Respondents should describe:
- Available standard product configurations
- General performance capabilities
- Packaging and cooling approaches
- Expected operating life
- Estimated lead times
- Any available qualification or performance information relevant to high-power semiconductor laser diode products.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 27, 2026, 00:00 UTC
- Published: June 11, 2026, 22:27 UTC
- Department/Agency: Energy / LLNS – DOE CONTRACTOR
- Product Service Code: 5961 (Semiconductor Devices And Associated Hardware)
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Additional information may be provided to contractors that possess an active Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) registration. Interested contractors should submit detailed information on their qualifications and capabilities via e-mail to William Wong.