Thermal Scanning Probe Lithography System
ID: KT-2024-01Type: 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/b6c2cc11a9354d2ab705f94c4a5aa467/view
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    The Department of Energy, specifically the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the provision of a thermal scanning probe lithography system (t-SPL). This initiative aims to support LBNL's Material Sciences Division in advancing research related to quantum materials and novel materials for energy applications, necessitating a state-of-the-art t-SPL system for developing lateral heterostructures of 2D materials and lateral superlattices. Interested suppliers are invited to respond to Request for Information (RFI) No. KT-2024-01 by November 18, 2024, providing evidence of compliance with specified requirements, including scanning tip size and imaging resolution, while noting that this RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation. For further inquiries, potential respondents may contact Karen Tays at kktays@lbl.gov or by phone at 510-486-4926.

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    kktays@lbl.gov
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    The University of California, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) issued Request for Information (RFI) No. KT-2024-01 to gather market data on thermal scanning probe lithography systems (t-SPL). This initiative is part of LBNL's Material Sciences Division's efforts to advance research in quantum materials and novel materials for energy applications. The RFI specifies preliminary requirements for a new t-SPL instrument, including parameters such as scanning tip size, imaging resolution, and writing field size. Responses must be submitted by November 18, 2024, and should include evidence of compliance with the outlined specifications, as well as information on the instrument's country of origin. It is important to note that this RFI is for informational purposes only and is not a formal solicitation, meaning no contracts will be awarded based on this announcement. Additionally, respondents are cautioned against including proprietary information in their replies due to potential public disclosure. The document serves to inform interested suppliers about the capabilities needed by LBNL and to facilitate future procurement planning under the regulations established by the U.S. Department of Energy. Overall, the RFI seeks to identify qualified vendors for advanced scientific instrumentation while ensuring adherence to government procurement protocols.
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