Sources Sought Notice - Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometer (GDMS)
ID: NIST-FY25-CHIPS0053Type: Sources Sought
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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/749068b1022f4dadb68c58f1fba89130/view
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    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify suppliers capable of providing a Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometer (GDMS) for developing high-purity reference materials essential for accurate elemental measurements in semiconductor manufacturing. The GDMS must meet specific functional criteria, including the ability to analyze bulk solids without dissolution, cover a wide range of elements, and offer low detection limits. This initiative is part of NIST's efforts to enhance measurement standards through suitable commercial solutions, and interested vendors are encouraged to submit detailed information about their equipment and capabilities. For inquiries, vendors can contact Forest Crumpler at forest.crumpler@nist.gov.

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    forest.crumpler@nist.gov
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    NIST-FY25-CHIPS-0053 GDMS.pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (Notice ID Number NIST-FY25-CHIPS-0053) to conduct market research for a Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometer (GDMS) that will aid in developing high-purity reference materials. These materials are essential for accurate elemental measurements, particularly in semiconductor manufacturing. NIST seeks to identify suppliers capable of providing GDMS instruments that meet specific functional criteria, including the ability to analyze bulk solids without dissolution, cover a wide range of elements, and offer low detection limits. Interested vendors are invited to submit detailed information about their equipment and capabilities, including specifications, customization options, and service offerings. The notice emphasizes that this request is purely for market research and does not obligate the government to award any contracts. Responses must include company details, equipment capabilities, and information on prior customers, ensuring compliance with procurement requirements. This initiative reflects a proactive approach by NIST to enhance measurement standards through the identification of suitable commercial solutions.
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