Pfeiffer Vacuum HiPace 1200 Turbo Pump Package DN 200 CF-F, TC 1200 with OmniControl 001, Model Number 2000017993
ID: NB683140-25-01487Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d264c30d58a243b59a75ef0b75360c64/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking potential suppliers for the Pfeiffer Vacuum HiPace 1200 Turbo Pump Package, which is critical for replacing a malfunctioning unit used in a dilution refrigerator. The procurement aims to secure a turbo pump that meets specific technical requirements, including a pumping speed of 1200 l/s for nitrogen, an ultimate pressure of 5 x 10E-10 mbar, and a one-year warranty, with a maximum lead time of two weeks post-order. This pump is essential for generating ultra-low temperatures necessary for metrology experiments in quantum information science, underscoring its importance to NIST's mission. Interested firms are encouraged to submit detailed responses, including company information and capabilities, to primary contact Ranae M. Armstrong at ranae.armstrong@nist.gov or secondary contact Donald Collie at donald.collie@nist.gov, by the specified deadline.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ranae M. Armstrong
    ranae.armstrong@nist.gov
    Donald Collie
    donald.collie@nist.gov
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    Sources Sought Turbo Pumps.docx
    The sources sought notice NB683140-25-01487 seeks to identify potential suppliers for the Pfeiffer Vacuum HiPace 1200 Turbo Pump, essential for replacing a broken unit used in a dilution refrigerator at NIST. This pump is critical for generating ultra-low temperatures necessary for crucial metrology experiments in quantum information science. Respondents must demonstrate how they meet the specified technical requirements, including a one-year warranty and a maximum lead time of two weeks post-order. Key specifications include a pumping speed of 1200 l/s for nitrogen, an ultimate pressure of 5 x 10E-10 mbar, and specific flange connections. Interested firms are encouraged to submit detailed responses, including company information and capabilities, by the specified deadline. This notice serves as a market survey, not a solicitation for quotes, and highlights the importance of the turbo pump to NIST’s mission, which cannot be conducted without it.
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