Waveguide Components
ID: NB6720102502374Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (334419)

PSC

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES MEASURING AND TESTING INSTRUMENTS (6625)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d8a712f9c95f49faad613edde34e315a/view
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    Description

    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking quotes for the procurement of waveguide components, specifically fixed attenuators, to support its Communications Technology Laboratory's calibration services. The requirement includes five sets of fixed attenuators with specifications for 3 dB, 10 dB, 20 dB, 30 dB, and 50 dB across various waveguide bands (WR-90, WR-62, WR-42, WR-22, and WR-28), featuring precision flanges and fine alignment dowels. These components are critical for ensuring stable electromagnetic properties in high-frequency applications, with delivery expected by October 15, 2025, to NIST's Boulder facility. Interested vendors must submit their quotations electronically by 2:00 PM Mountain Standard Time on September 4, 2025, to Lia Arthofer at lia.arthofer@nist.gov.

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    Lia M Arthofer
    (303) 497-3870
    lia.arthofer@nist.gov
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    Attachment 1 - Specifications.pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Communications Technology Laboratory (CTL), specifically the Radio Frequency Technology Division (RFTD), requires five sets of fixed attenuators for its S-parameters calibration service. These attenuators, in 3 dB, 10 dB, 20 dB, 30 dB, and 50 dB denominations, must cover WR-90, WR-62, WR-42, WR-22, and WR-28 waveguide bands. Each attenuator set must feature stable electromagnetic properties, precision flanges with specific UG designations (UG-39, UG-599, UG-419, UG-595, UG-383), and fine alignment dowels. The attenuators are to be delivered to NIST-Boulder, Mail Stop: 672.01, 325 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80305, by October 15, 2025. An extended acceptance period of 60 days is expected for inspection.
    Specifications.pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Communications Technology Laboratory (CTL) seeks to procure fixed attenuator components to support radio frequency technology measurement and calibration services. Specifically, the Radio Frequency Technology Division requires sets of fixed attenuators rated at 3 dB, 10 dB, 20 dB, 30 dB, and 50 dB, compatible with various rectangular waveguide bands including WR-90, WR-62, WR-42, WR-22, and WR-28. Each attenuator set needs to have stable electromagnetic properties, precision flanges, and fine alignment dowels. The procurement involves shipping to NIST-Boulder, with a deadline for delivery set for October 15, 2025. The document outlines procurement logistics, including shipping criteria and on-site requirements, while noting that installation and calibration support are not necessary. This RFP reflects a focused effort to enhance measurement capabilities in communications technology, ensuring standards are met for extensive research and industrial applications.
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