Procurement of Galvonometer Scanner System
ID: 1333ND25QNB730067Type: Special Notice
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COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, 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 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.

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    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) plans to procure a Galvanometer Scanner System from ScanLab America Inc. through a sole source negotiation. This decision is based on the need for a scanner compatible with existing equipment to upgrade the Additive Manufacturing Metrology Testbed (AMMT) to a dual-laser configuration, essential for advancing research in metals-based additive manufacturing. The Production Systems Group at NIST focuses on measurement science advancements to enhance AM technologies. The purchasing decision rests solely with the government, and no formal solicitation will be issued. Interested suppliers who believe they can meet the requirements must submit their capabilities by the set deadline of February 17, 2025. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 334516, which pertains to Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees or less.
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