Notice of Intent to Sole Source Electro Optic Modulator System
ID: NIST-FY25-CHIPS-0062Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFUS

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Primary Metal Manufacturing (331)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e23f0441017c4f31bfe628126b880888/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), intends to issue a Sole Source Award to Conoptics, Inc. for an Electro Optic Modulator (EOM) System, which is essential for characterizing semiconductor defects. This system will enhance a custom Time Domain Thermoreflectance (TDTR) instrument that utilizes dual laser pumps to evaluate the thermal properties of materials, requiring specific features such as precise voltage outputs, modulation bandwidth, and high transmission efficiency. NIST is currently soliciting information from potential vendors who can meet these specifications, with an emphasis on product performance, customization options, and included services like installation and training; however, this notice serves solely for market research and does not guarantee a solicitation or contract award. Interested parties may contact Elizabeth Timberlake at elizabeth.timberlake@nist.gov or Donald Collie at donald.collie@nist.gov for further information.

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    Elizabeth Timberlake
    elizabeth.timberlake@nist.gov
    Donald Collie
    donald.collie@nist.gov
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    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to issue a Sole Source Award to Conoptics, Inc. for an Electro Optic Modulator (EOM) System required for characterizing semiconductor defects. The EOM system will enhance the custom Time Domain Thermoreflectance (TDTR) instrument being developed, which uses dual laser pumps to assess thermal properties of materials. Specific requirements for the EOM System include features like precise voltage outputs, modulation bandwidth, transmission efficiency, and the use of Potassium Dideuterium Phosphate (KD*P) crystals. NIST is soliciting information from potential vendors who can meet these specifications, detailing capabilities such as product performance, customization options, manufacturing details, small business status, and included services like installation and training. Respondents are encouraged to submit their qualifications and insights to aid in market research. It's important to note that this notice is purely for market research and does not imply any commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Detailed responses will inform NIST's procurement process for future solicitations, but no responses will be officially acknowledged.
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