Sources Sought Notice for external cavity diode laser
ID: NIST-SS25-CHIPS-0065Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/33bc6250106b47bda82c3611386cba64/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking sources for an external cavity diode laser. This procurement aims to identify potential suppliers capable of providing this specialized laboratory equipment, which is crucial for various analytical applications in scientific research and development. The external cavity diode laser is essential for precision measurements and experiments, highlighting its importance in advancing technology and standards in various fields. Interested vendors should reach out to Jenna Bortner at jenna.bortner@nist.gov or Donald Collie at donald.collie@nist.gov for further information regarding this opportunity.

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    Jenna Bortner
    jenna.bortner@nist.gov
    Donald Collie
    donald.collie@nist.gov
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