Ultrastable Near-Infrared Lasers
ID: 1333ND24QNB640670Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

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Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing (334413)

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SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED HARDWARE (5961)
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    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking quotes for the procurement of two Ultrastable Near-Infrared Lasers to support its high-resolution laser spectroscopy project focused on carbon dioxide measurement. The lasers must meet specific technical requirements, including a minimum output power of 5 mW and a maximum Lorentzian linewidth of 1 kHz, and must be equivalent to designated RIO ORION models. This procurement is critical for advancing measurement capabilities in atmospheric science, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and high-quality standards. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by September 10, 2024, at 5 PM EST, and can contact Harry L. Brubaker or Randy E. Schroyer for further information.

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    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking quotes for two Ultrastable Near-Infrared Lasers, essential for advancing its high-resolution laser spectroscopy project on radiocarbon dioxide. This combined synopsis/solicitation, numbered 1333ND24QNB640670, is an open-market request for quotations (RFQ), allowing all qualified entities to propose brands or equivalents to the specified RIO ORION Laser Sources. Quotations must detail the technical capabilities and warranties of the proposed lasers in two separate electronic files and comply with several specific guidelines outlined in the solicitation. The deadline for quotation submission is September 10, 2024, at 5 PM EST, with a contract award decision based on price and technical merit. The government requires delivery within 12 weeks post-award and mandates that full payment will occur only after successful delivery and acceptance of the lasers, with no advance or partial payments authorized. Vendors are encouraged to provide competitive pricing and demonstrate compliance with federal regulations. The RFP includes clauses governing contract terms, evaluation criteria, and necessary representations and certifications, emphasizing the critical standards for technical capability and pricing in government procurement processes.
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) requires the procurement of two Ultrastable Near-Infrared Lasers to enhance its ongoing project on high-resolution laser spectroscopy of carbon dioxide, supported by the NIST Emerging Technology Standards Engagement Pilot Program. The contract stipulates that the lasers must be equivalent to specific RIO ORION models, following strict specifications such as a minimum output power of 5 mW, maximum Lorentzian linewidth of 1 kHz, and specific wavelength outputs. The contractor must provide new equipment, ensuring compliance with U.S. sales regulations, and delivery is expected within 12 weeks. The procurement includes a visual inspection and a one-year warranty following delivery. Payment terms are structured as Net 30 days post-acceptance of the lasers. This RFQ reflects NIST's commitment to advancing measurement capabilities in atmospheric science, ensuring high standards and quality in the procurement process.
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