1K Helium-4 sorption cooler
ID: NB686060-25-00612Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9b62d98eebfb4f55a190dd0da62c9cae/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking qualified vendors to provide a 1K helium-4 sorption cooler for its Physical Measurement Laboratory's Faint Photonics Group. The cooler must achieve a cooling capacity of at least 250µW at 1K for a duration of 24 hours, feature a closed-cycle system that operates without additional cryogens, and have a diameter of under 100mm, with a total of three units required. This procurement is critical for advancing research in superconducting-nanowire single photon detectors, and delivery is expected within eight weeks of order placement, with a government acceptance period of 21 business days following installation. Interested vendors should submit their quotations, including technical documentation and pricing, to the primary contact, de Ionne Jones, at deionne.jones@nist.gov.

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    de Ionne Jones
    deionne.jones@nist.gov
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    Requirements and Specifications.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements for acquiring a 1K helium-4 sorption cooler, intended for the Physical Measurement Laboratory's Faint Photonics Group. The cooler must achieve at least 250µW of cooling at 1K for 24 hours and feature a closed-cycle system that is repeatable without needing additional cryogens. The cooler's diameter should be under 100mm, and the lab requires three units. Delivery is expected within eight weeks after order, with specific conditions for shipping and acceptance testing extending beyond the standard timeframe. The document emphasizes no required site visits, training, or maintenance commitments. However, it does highlight that installation may take up to two weeks and anticipates a government acceptance period of 21 business days. Overall, this RFP is structured to ensure the acquisition of a specialized cooling system that meets strict performance metrics, regulatory criteria, and logistical requirements essential for advancing research in superconducting-nanowire single photon detectors.
    RFQ Unrestricted LPTA.pdf
    The document serves as a combined synopsis/solicitation for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for a 1K helium-4 sorption cooler. It outlines the requirements for eligible vendors, emphasizing the need for the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) submissions. Vendors must submit quotations with specific documentation detailing their technical capability and fixed pricing for the item, including shipping costs. The solicitation includes provisions and clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), with guidance on evaluation criteria based on technical capability and price reasonableness. It mandates compliance with various legal and regulatory requirements, including those related to telecommunications equipment. Emphasis is placed on shipping logistics, delivery timelines, and invoicing procedures to ensure clear communication and compliance with federal standards. Moreover, the document specifies additional contract requirements and articulates the need for careful adherence to terms, enhancing operational efficiency within government procurement processes. This RFQ is unrestricted and encourages participation from all vendors, particularly small businesses, within the relevant NAICS code guidelines for competitive procurement.
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