Calibration Kit and Acceptance Testing Support

The contract requires the supply of calibration kits and on-site support for S-parameter acceptance testing at the NIST facility in Boulder, specifically within the WR6, WR5, and WR3 waveguide bands. This effort is focused on ensuring the accuracy and reliability of microwave measurement systems through precise calibration and validation procedures performed at the location. The work must be conducted by a qualified subcontractor capable of delivering certified calibration hardware and providing expert technical personnel to assist during testing activities conducted on-site. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380, indicating it falls within the scope of scientific and technical consulting services. The opportunity was posted on May 5, 2026, with a response deadline of May 13, 2026, at 11:00 PM. All work must be performed at the NIST Boulder location with a postal code of 80305, and the contracting officer is affiliated with the Department of Commerce. There is no set-aside designation, and the contract is open to eligible subcontractors capable of meeting the technical and logistical requirements for high-frequency metrology support at a federal standards laboratory.