NOTICE OF INTENT- Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC) Membership Fee Buyer not available
The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), has issued a special notice regarding the procurement of a membership fee for the Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC). This opportunity involves the payment of membership dues, which are essential for maintaining NIST's participation in APAC, an organization that plays a critical role in promoting quality and accreditation standards across the Asia-Pacific region. The place of performance for this contract is Australia, and interested parties can direct inquiries to Harry L. Brubaker at Harry.Brubaker@nist.gov or by phone at 301-975-8330 for further details.
ASTM CUSTOMIZED COMPASS PORTAL SUBSCRIPTION Buyer not available
The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), intends to negotiate a sole source contract for the renewal of the customized COMPASS portal subscription with ASTM, located in West Conshohocken, PA. This subscription provides access to a comprehensive collection of standards, including the Complete 15 volume Book of Standards, various Digital Library content, and selected European Normative Standards, ISO, and IEC Standards. The procurement is critical as ASTM is the sole provider of these services, holding exclusive rights to the content and archives, and no competitive proposals will be solicited. Interested parties may express their interest and capability via email to Randy E. Schroyer at randy.schroyer@nist.gov by 5:00 PM EST on December 26, 2024, with a firm fixed-price purchase order expected to be issued around January 27, 2025, for a one-year period with four additional one-year options.
Financial Subscription Licenses Buyer not available
The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking proposals for the procurement of seventeen subscription licenses for an all-in-one data platform that provides access to financial data from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This initiative aims to support the CHIPS Program Office (CPO) in enhancing their risk assessment capabilities related to semiconductor companies by facilitating comprehensive financial analysis through features such as timely alerts, extensive search capabilities, and collaborative tools. The procurement is critical for informed decision-making in government-related semiconductor initiatives, with a performance period starting April 1, 2025, and delivery of licenses expected within one business day of the award. Interested vendors should contact Robert Singman at robert.singman@nist.gov or call 301-975-6388 for further details on the submission process.
NIST Terms of Service (TOS) Addendum Buyer not available
Special Notice: COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF - NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued a special notice regarding the NIST Terms of Service (TOS) Addendum. This Addendum is incorporated into any terms of service, end-user license agreements, or software license agreements intended to create binding obligations on NIST or NIST employees acting in an official capacity.
The purpose of the NIST Addendum is to establish certain provisions and requirements for agreements involving NIST. It covers various aspects such as the governing laws, dispute resolution, indemnification and warranties, intellectual property, confidentiality, audits, additional terms, obligations and taxes, non-assignment, precedence and survival, and duration of the agreement.
This notice ensures that any agreement entered into by NIST, its employees, or authorized end users includes the automatic inclusion of the NIST Addendum. It clarifies that the act of clicking an "I agree" box or electronically accepting an agreement does not bind the Government, its employees, or any authorized end user without the simultaneous automatic inclusion of this Addendum.
The NIST Addendum emphasizes that the Agreement is governed exclusively by the Federal laws of the United States of America, and laws of other jurisdictions do not apply. It also limits specific remedies, indemnifications, warranties, liabilities, fines, penalties, fees, and interest charges to those traditionally available in law suits involving the Federal government or as permitted by Federal law.
Furthermore, the Addendum states that intellectual property created by employees of the Federal government is owned exclusively by the Federal government, with no encumbrances or obligations for licensing or assignment to any other party. It also addresses confidentiality or use of information provisions, which are subject to the Freedom of Information Act and other Federal laws and regulations governing confidential or protected information provided to NIST.
The NIST Addendum clarifies that only information identified as confidential in writing when supplied to NIST will be treated as confidential. It also highlights that information obtained by NIST is subject to the Whistleblower Protection Act, ensuring consistency with existing statutes and Executive orders relating to classified information, communications to Congress, reporting violations, and whistleblower protection.
Additionally, the Addendum specifies that only the U.S. Inspector General or other authorized Federal agency may audit NIST. It also includes provisions for any additional terms or conditions, future modifications to the Agreement, or documents incorporated by reference, which are subject to this Addendum.
The Agreement does not obligate any funds, and the Government is duty and tax-exempt. It also prohibits the assignment or delegation of rights or obligations without the Government's prior approval. The NIST Addendum takes precedence over all other terms and conditions in the Agreement or related documents and survives the termination of the Agreement. The duration of the Agreement is limited to five (5) years.
Overall, this special notice provides important information about the NIST Terms of Service (TOS) Addendum, which establishes provisions and requirements for agreements involving NIST, ensuring compliance with Federal laws and regulations, protecting intellectual property, and clarifying the inclusion of this Addendum in any binding agreement.
Prospective Grant of Exclusive Patent License Buyer not available
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, is considering granting an exclusive patent license to Great Sky Inc. of Boulder, Colorado, for various patented technologies and applications. This opportunity encompasses a range of patents and provisional applications related to neuromimetic circuits, optoelectronic neural networks, and superconducting optoelectronic circuits, specifically aimed at research, development, and commercialization in the field of artificial intelligence. Interested parties should note that the license will be royalty-bearing and must submit any written comments or applications by February 18, 2025, to be considered. For further inquiries, contact Patrick McCue at NIST via email at patrick.mccue@nist.gov.
NIST Managed Print Services Buyer not available
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify contractors capable of providing Managed Print Services (MPS) for its facilities in Boulder, Colorado, and Gaithersburg, Maryland. The procurement aims to enhance the current print infrastructure, which includes maintenance services, toner replenishment for existing devices, and the acquisition and maintenance of new multifunction printers (MFPs). This initiative is crucial for improving equipment uptime and performance, with a potential five-year contract structure that allows for adjustments in the number of serviced machines. Interested parties are required to submit a capabilities package by February 21, 2025, to Tony Schmidt at tony.schmidt@nist.gov, detailing their expertise and ability to meet the outlined specifications.
Procurement of Galvonometer Scanner System Buyer not available
The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking to procure a Galvanometer Scanner System through a sole source negotiation with ScanLab America Inc. This procurement aims to acquire a scanner that is compatible with existing equipment to enhance the Additive Manufacturing Metrology Testbed (AMMT) by upgrading it to a dual-laser configuration, which is crucial for advancing research in metals-based additive manufacturing. The Production Systems Group at NIST is focused on improving measurement science to support advancements in additive manufacturing technologies. Interested suppliers who believe they can meet the requirements must submit their capabilities by February 17, 2025, as no formal solicitation will be issued. For further inquiries, potential vendors can contact Robert Cowins at robert.cowins@nist.gov or Hing Pan Wong at hingpan.wong@nist.gov.
Post-Construction Award Services (PCAS) for NIST B245 Modernization Program (Phase 2) Buyer not available
The Department of Commerce, through the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking contractor capabilities for Post-Construction Award Services (PCAS) as part of the B245 Modernization Program (Phase 2) at its Gaithersburg, Maryland campus. This initiative aims to modernize the historically designated B245 Radiological Laboratory, requiring contractors to ensure quality assurance, compliance with design specifications, and provide various engineering support tasks. The planned contract will be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Single Award Task Order Contract, valued at approximately $235 million over several years, with the first task order anticipated for FY25. Interested firms must submit electronic proposals by February 20, 2025, detailing their qualifications and relevant project experience, particularly in laboratory and radiological environments. For further inquiries, contact Helen Wesley at helen.wesley@nist.gov or Michael J. Wigfall at michael.wigfall@nist.gov.
Combined Sources Sought Notice/Notice of Intent to Sole Source for reference material for Total-Reflection X-ray Fluorescence (TXRF) Buyer not available
The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is issuing a Combined Sources Sought Notice and Notice of Intent to Sole Source for reference materials related to Total-Reflection X-ray Fluorescence (TXRF). NIST aims to develop new Standard Reference Materials (SRMs) crucial for semiconductor manufacturing, specifically seeking TXRF reference materials containing trace amounts of Ni and Zn on silicon substrates, high-dose shallow boron implants in silicon, and hydrogen concentrations in various silicon compounds. This initiative is part of the CHIPS program, emphasizing the importance of these materials in ensuring quality and consistency in semiconductor production. Interested vendors should submit their capabilities, product specifications, and customer references to Forest Crumpler at forest.crumpler@nist.gov, as responses will inform NIST's market research and potential sole source contract with Cerium Laboratories LLC.