Optical Table and Legs

Background
This solicitation is issued by the U.S. Army for the procurement of an Optical Table and Optical Table Legs intended for use in photonics laboratory research and experimentation. The goal of this contract is to acquire high-quality equipment that meets specific technical requirements necessary for advanced scientific work. The acquisition is set aside for small businesses, encouraging participation from eligible vendors.

Work Details
The contract includes the following items:

1. **Optical Table**
- **Brand Name**: Newport
- **Part Number**: RPR-46-8
- **Specifications**:
i. Size: 4’ x 8’ with a thickness of 8-9”
ii. Top surface must have 1/4”-20 mounting holes on 1” centers with a 1/2" border at the edge of the table.
iii. The top should consist of approximately a 5mm stainless steel layer with a +/-0.1mm surface flatness over a 1m² area.
iv. Acceptable vendors include Newport or Thorlabs or equivalent.

2. **Optical Table Legs**
- **Brand Name**: Newport
- **Part Number**: S-2000A-428
- **Specifications**:
i. Each set includes four legs.
ii. Height range: 23 – 28”.
iii. Must provide active horizontal and vertical vibration isolation throughout the frequency range of 3 to 50Hz.
iv. Vertical isolation should be achieved through a pneumatic isolation system, equipped with valves for pressure regulation and self-leveling capabilities.
v. Should have a low resonant frequency of less than 2Hz for both vertical and horizontal isolation.
vi. Maximum load capacity (for all four legs) must be at least 5500 lbs.
vii. The vendor for the legs must be the same as that for the optical table.

Period of Performance
Preferred delivery time is within 30 days from the date of order.

Place of Performance
F.O.B destination; specific delivery locations are not detailed in the solicitation.