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Calibration, Installation, and On-Site Technical Support

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Response Deadline08/13/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract obligates the vendor to perform on-site installation, calibration, alignment, and technical training for COSMO units at the NIST facility in Boulder, Colorado, with a critical focus on seamless integration with existing laser systems already in operation. All activities must be conducted in accordance with technical specifications to ensure precision and compatibility, requiring specialized expertise in optical instrumentation and metrology systems. The work is expected to be completed at the designated location, and the successful bidder must provide trained personnel capable of supporting the full lifecycle of deployment, including troubleshooting and operational handoff. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under NAICS code 541715, with a response deadline of August 13, 2026, and a posted date of July 31, 2026. The contracting entity is the Department of Commerce through NIST, and the place of performance is firmly established in Boulder, with a ZIP code of 80305. The vendor must be a certified small business and prepared to meet stringent technical and logistical requirements associated with federal laboratory operations. All deliverables must align with NIST’s standards for accuracy, documentation, and technical support.

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Vendor to install, calibrate, and train on COSMO units at NIST Boulder under small business set-aside.

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Department Of Commerce NistView Agency

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541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)View NAICS

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Boulder, CO, 80305, USA

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08/13/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTCin 12 days

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On-site installation, calibration, alignment, and training for COSMO units at NIST-Boulder, including integration with existing laser systems.

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