US-FED-00000384045 - Sources Sought For Astronomical Optical Telescope. - Deadline July 2,2026

This is a request for sources that the government can purchase PlaneWave Instruments CDK20 20“ Optical Tube Assembly (OTA) and associated equipment. This is not a request for quotes.1. The Space Science Program requires an optical telescope meeting the following minimum specifications:a. Aperture: 20“ (500mm) minimum clear aperture.b. Optical Design: Dall–Kirkham (or Corrected Dall–Kirkham).c. Mount Compatibility: Compatible with Paramount MEII Robotic Telescope Mount.d. Imaging Device Compatibility: Compatible with ZWO ASI461MM Pro camera and Shelyak LHIRES III Spectrograph.e. Minimum Back Focus: 8“ (203mm).f. Adapter Compatibility: Compatible with OpTec Gemini Focuser/Rotator and OpTec Perseus 4–Port Selector.