Thin-Film Lithium Niobate (TFLN) Photonic Chips
ID: NIST-SSN-25-7700689Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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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https://sam.gov/opp/03515da780544cba851bfd02117dbe76/view
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    The Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking sources for the development and fabrication of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic chips as part of its market research initiative. The procurement involves providing design support, including a comprehensive design manual and process development kit (PDK), as well as the fabrication of seven custom-designed TFLN photonic chips within four months of design finalization. This initiative is crucial for advancing quantum communications and integrated optics technologies, emphasizing NIST's commitment to enhancing optical measurement capabilities. Interested parties must submit their responses, including company details and product specifications, to the primary contact, Collin Randall, by February 7, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. ET, with responses limited to three pages.

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    Collin Randall
    (301) 975-6728
    collin.randall@nist.gov
    Lauren P. Roller
    (301) 975-3062
    lauren.roller@nist.gov
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    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for sourcing thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic chips, aiming to conduct market research for potential commercial products and services. The Information Technology Laboratory (ITL) at NIST is focused on advancing quantum communications using integrated optics with TFLN platforms. Required deliverables include design support for creating custom TFLN photonic chips, involving a comprehensive design manual and fabrication of seven chips within four months post-design finalization. Interested companies must provide various details, including their capabilities, product specifications, and any limitations in customization. The notice emphasizes that it is for market research only and does not represent a commitment to issue a solicitation or award contracts. Questions regarding the notice must be submitted by February 2025, and responses should not exceed three pages. The initiative highlights NIST's commitment to harnessing advanced optical technology for quantum measurement solutions while inviting industry input for potential partnerships.
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