Monochromated X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) Instrument
ID: N00173-25-Q-JD01Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), intends to issue a sole source Purchase Order for a Monochromated X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) Instrument, specifically the Nexsa G2 XPS tool, from FEI Company located in Hillsboro, OR. This procurement aims to acquire essential analytical laboratory equipment that will support ongoing research and development efforts at NRL. The XPS tool is critical for materials analysis and deposition processes, which are vital for various defense-related applications. Interested parties may submit a capability statement to demonstrate their ability to meet the requirements, but the government retains the discretion to proceed with the sole source procurement without further competition. For inquiries, contact Jamie L. Dixon at jamie.l.dixon8.civ@us.navy.mil or (202) 923-1466.

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