Superconducting Nanowire Single-Photon Detector (SNSPD)
ID: AA-2025-02Type: Sources Sought
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFBERKELEY NATL LAB - DOE CONTRACTORBerkeley, CA, 94720, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)

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https://sam.gov/opp/8a2ae3a8bce14fa3878047278ef14d61/view
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    The Department of Energy, through the Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), is seeking sources capable of providing superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs) for a project focused on quantum information science. The SNSPDs must meet specific requirements, including a detection efficiency of at least 85%, a timing jitter below 50 ps, and the ability to operate continuously in cryogenic conditions at 3K. These detectors are crucial for advancing the understanding of quantum decoherence processes, which are significant challenges in the development of quantum technology. Interested parties should submit documented evidence of similar past work and are encouraged to contact Arielle Anoop at aanoop@lbl.gov or 510-486-5519 by February 25, 2025, to express their interest, noting that this Request for Information (RFI) is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee any procurement actions.

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    Arielle Anoop
    (510) 486-5519
    aanoop@lbl.gov
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    RFI AA-2025-02.pdf
    The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify sources capable of providing superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs) for a project related to quantum information science. The SNSPDs are essential for detecting single photons from quantum emitters, particularly within the wavelength range of 550 nm to 2000 nm. The RFI outlines specific mandatory requirements for the SNSPD system, including detection efficiency of at least 85%, timing jitter below 50 ps, and continuous operation in cryogenic conditions of 3K. The project aims to enhance the understanding of quantum decoherence processes, a fundamental challenge in developing quantum technology. Interested respondents must provide documented evidence of similar past work and are encouraged to contact LBNL by February 25, 2025. It is emphasized that this RFI is for informational purposes and does not commit LBNL to any procurement actions. Additionally, respondents are cautioned against including proprietary or sensitive information as submissions may be made public.
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