Cryogenic Nano Positioner
ID: NB686000-25-00732Type: 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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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b2dde4fbbfa744a0b69c3b546f7e8bed/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking qualified vendors to provide Cryogenic Nano Positioners as part of a procurement effort under solicitation number NB686000-25-00732. The primary objective is to acquire non-magnetic stages and a motion control system for use with a scanning SQUID microscope, which is critical for advanced scientific research involving superconducting electronic chips in sensitive conditions. The equipment must be delivered within 14 weeks of order acceptance to the NIST facility in Boulder, Colorado, and will undergo inspection for compliance with specifications upon delivery. Interested parties can contact Lisa Stevens at lisa.stevens@nist.gov or Angela Hitt at angela.hitt@nist.gov for further details regarding submission requirements and deadlines.

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    NB686000-25-00732 RFQ.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of Cryogenic Nano-Positioners, facilitated under Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The solicitation, number NB686000-25-00732, is open to all businesses, with a focus on compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The main requirements include the submission of technical capability documentation and firm fixed pricing, both of which will be evaluated using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Offerors must demonstrate their ability to meet the specified technical requirements, and the pricing must include shipping logistics to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) facility in Boulder, Colorado. Additionally, strict guidelines regarding telecommunications and video surveillance equipment are included, reflecting compliance with recent legislation aimed at safeguarding against certain risks. Submission deadlines, electronic invoicing, and communication protocols are also emphasized. The solicitation aims to ensure that all contractual obligations adhere to federal standards, focusing on reliability, quality, and prompt delivery of the required items while promoting small business participation where applicable.
    NB686000-25-00732 Statement of Work.pdf
    The Spin Electronics Group of the Physical Measurement Laboratory requests the procurement of cryogenic nano-positioners and a motion control system for use with their scanning SQUID microscope. The purpose of these positioners is to facilitate the scanning of superconducting electronic chips in highly sensitive conditions (below 3 K, in a vacuum) to detect trapped flux. The solicitation specifies requirements for non-magnetic stages, including two z-stages, two phi goniometer stages, one theta goniometer stage, and one z-scanning stage, all with precise specifications regarding size, weight, travel range, and compatibility with existing controllers. Additionally, a controller for stick-slip piezo stages is required to ensure closed-loop control. All items must be delivered within 14 weeks after receipt of order to the NIST Boulder, CO facility. Upon delivery, the equipment will be inspected for quality and compliance with specifications, and ownership transfers to NIST upon acceptance. This document represents a formal request for proposal (RFP) aimed at acquiring vital components for advanced scientific research and instrumentation within the federal government framework.
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