Request for Proposal for Lazuli Widefield Context Camera Interference Filters

The University of Arizona seeks a qualified vendor to design, fabricate, coat, test, and deliver a suite of high‑precision interference filters for the Lazuli Space Observatory’s Widefield Context Camera (WCC). The work includes manufacturing both rectangular and round filters across broadband, ultra‑broadband, and narrowband specifications, providing witness samples, coating coupons, detailed inspection reports, and conducting a Manufacturing Readiness Review (MRR). The vendor must meet stringent optical tolerances (≤ ¼ λ wavefront error, < 0.4 % ghost‑fraction), surface quality, and durability standards, and must package the optics to Level 100A cleanliness for shipment to the University in Arizona. • Manufacture ~42 interference filters (Sloan u/g/r/i/z, ultra‑broadband, narrowband Hα, He II, [O III]) with precise coating and dimensional tolerances. • Perform MIL‑C‑48497A durability testing on witness samples and provide full documentation (inspection reports, cleaning procedures, test data). • Deliver cost and schedule proposals, attend an optional MRR, and ensure Level 100A cleanroom packaging with “Fragile” labeling. • All deliverables must be uploaded via the University’s GEP/Quantum portal by 2:30 PM MST on August 31, 2026.