Sources Sought Optical Frequency Comb System Service
ID: NB688000-25-01401Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ab13c7f2a7494a22a289977f1972c806/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 17, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking vendors capable of providing support services for an optical frequency comb system under a one-year service agreement, with options for two additional years. This procurement is essential due to the expiration of the system's warranty and aims to ensure prioritized remote and onsite support for technical issues, primarily at NIST's Boulder, Colorado location. The selected contractor will be responsible for rapid response times, onsite diagnosis and repair, and adherence to safety protocols, with payment structured on a net 30-day basis post-acceptance of services. Interested organizations must submit their capability statements to Lisa Stevens at lisa.stevens@nist.gov by the specified deadline, as this notice is part of a market research effort and not a formal solicitation.

Point(s) of Contact
Lisa Stevens
(303) 497-3272
lisa.stevens@nist.gov
Files
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Posted
NB688000-25-01401 Statement of Work.pdf
Apr 2, 2025, 5:06 PM UTC
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks to procure a one-year service agreement for an optical frequency comb system, with options to extend for two additional years. This agreement is necessary due to the expiration of the system's warranty and will encompass prioritized remote and onsite support to address any technical issues that arise. The service will be conducted primarily at NIST's Boulder location during regular business hours. Key requirements include rapid remote support response times, guaranteed onsite diagnosis and repair within stipulated days for unresolved issues, and adherence to safety and security protocols by contractor personnel. The government will provide the necessary equipment and resources, maintaining ownership of any data and improvements made during service. NIST will perform acceptability tests on the equipment upon repair completion to ensure compliance with operational standards. Payment for services will be on a net 30-day basis post-acceptance of repairs and deliverables, emphasizing quality and adherence to technical specifications. This procurement emphasizes the commitment to maintain operational integrity of advanced scientific equipment within NIST's divisions.
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