Field Programmable Array-based Memory Device Characterization Boards
ID: NIST-SS25-CHIPS-0004Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/494b880ba57f44be9e89126507f45508/view
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    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking commercial solutions for Field Programmable Array-based Memory Device Characterization Boards to support measurement needs in emerging neuromorphic hardware for artificial intelligence. The procurement requires the design and fabrication of a test platform that integrates a custom memory device, multi-channel ADCs, and DACs, centered around a Zynq System on Module (SOM) daughter card, with an emphasis on schematic and layout design, signal integrity analysis, and the use of USA-sourced materials. This initiative is crucial for advancing measurement capabilities in the field of artificial intelligence, and interested parties are encouraged to submit detailed responses outlining their qualifications and compliance with industry standards by emailing Jenna Bortner at jenna.bortner@nist.gov or Forest Crumpler at forest.crumpler@nist.gov. This notice serves primarily for market research purposes and does not imply a contract award.

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    Jenna Bortner
    jenna.bortner@nist.gov
    Forest Crumpler
    forest.crumpler@nist.gov
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    NIST-CHIPS-MemoryDevice.pdf
    The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking commercial solutions for Field Programmable Array-based Memory Device Characterization Boards to support measurement needs in emerging neuromorphic hardware for artificial intelligence. The requirements include designing and fabricating a test platform that integrates a custom memory device, multi-channel ADCs, and DACs, centered around a Zynq System on Module (SOM) daughter card. Key capabilities include schematic and layout design, signal integrity analysis, and fabrication using USA-sourced materials. Respondents must avoid providing proprietary information while detailing their company’s qualifications, equipment offerings, and compliance with industry standards. NIST emphasizes the need for clear product specifications and service offerings, alongside inquiries about the manufacturing location and maintaining adherence to market standards. This notice is primarily for market research purposes and does not imply a contract award. Interested parties are encouraged to engage with NIST by submitting detailed responses by email, with specific guidelines on required information.
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