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671nm Laser cooling of lithium atoms

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1333ND26QNB680551Federal

Response Deadline09/02/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology, is soliciting proposals for a project focused on 671nm laser cooling of lithium atoms. This combined contract opportunity is managed by the office located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and falls under the NAICS code 334516. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of September 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Tracy Retterer, with Nina Lin serving as the secondary contact. Performance of the contract will take place in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

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NIST seeks proposals for 671nm laser cooling of lithium atoms by September 2, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Commerce NistView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Gaithersburg, MD, 20899, USA

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PhaseCombined Synopsis

PostedAug 25

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Response DeadlineSep 2

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09/02/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTCin 8 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Nist

Contacts2 people available

OfficeGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

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Department Of Commerce Nist

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Office AddressGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

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Tracy Retterer

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Nina Lin

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See attachment 1333ND26QNB680551 for solicitation details.

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