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Comb Stabilization Modules

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The U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking information from industry providers regarding the availability and capabilities of suppliers to deliver Comb Stabilization Modules for use at its Boulder site. These modules are critical for stabilizing carrier-envelope offset frequencies in 1550 nm femtosecond frequency comb systems used in advanced applications such as electro-optic sampling, timing synchronization, and dual-comb waveform metrology. NIST is not issuing a solicitation or making any commitment at this stage; this notice is strictly for market research to evaluate vendor participation and determine the optimal acquisition path. The requested products fall under Product Service Code 6625 and NAICS Code 334515, which covers the manufacturing of instruments for measuring and testing electricity and electrical signals. Respondents must submit responses by July 20, 2026, to lia.arthofer@nist.gov in Microsoft Word or PDF format, limited to ten pages excluding cover pages and commercial pricing. Submissions must include company details, Unique Entity ID, SAM.gov registration status, validation of small business status under the specified NAICS code, and compliance with FAR clause 52.219-14 if applicable. Vendors are encouraged to suggest improvements to the draft requirements, propose evaluation factors for a future acquisition, and provide standard commercial pricing data to aid in fair market pricing estimation. Submissions must not include proprietary, classified, or sensitive information, nor should they contain formal proposals—only informational responses. Teaming arrangements are permitted but require full information from all participating entities. NIST retains full rights to use all submitted information for market research and future acquisition planning without obligation to provide feedback or compensation. Responses received after the deadline may not be considered, and no contract award is guaranteed based on this request.

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NIST seeks market info on Comb Stabilization Modules for Boulder site, no solicitation or commitment made.

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Department Of Commerce NistView Agency

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334515 - Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical SignalsView NAICS

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Boulder, CO, 80305, USA

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Nist
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OfficeGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA
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Please see the attachments to this Request fot Quote:


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2. Attachment B - Specifications 


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This solicitation seeks a Firm Fixed Price quotation for a High-Performance Software-Defined Radio equivalent to the USRP X420, issued under the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Part 12 for commercial products. The requirement is a sole-source procurement due to the critical compatibility of National Instruments hardware and software with NIST’s existing 5G/6G and Open RAN research platform; substituting alternative equipment would necessitate extensive redevelopment and testing, jeopardizing ongoing research activities. The procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334220, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees, limiting eligibility to small businesses only. All quotations must be submitted electronically by August 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET to the designated contract specialists, and offerors must maintain an active SAM.gov registration at the time of submission. Quotations must be divided into two volumes: Volume I, the Technical Response, which must not exceed five single-spaced pages and must provide verifiable evidence of compliance with all technical specifications, including manufacturer documentation, product literature, country of origin, authorization from the manufacturer, delivery capability, and warranty confirmation; and Volume II, the Price Quotation, which must include a firm fixed price for each line item, total aggregate price inclusive of all shipping and delivery costs under FOB Destination terms, point of contact details, UEI number, and any applicable discount or tariff charges. Tariffs for non-U.S.-origin products must be itemized by country and percentage. Evaluation will follow the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, awarding to the responsible offeror whose quotation is technically acceptable and submitted at the lowest price. Failure to address any mandatory requirement may render a quotation unacceptable. All questions must be submitted by August 7, 2026, and only amendment-published responses will govern performance. Delivery is required within 75 days after order receipt to Gaithersburg, Maryland.
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NIST NB686090-26-01960 Nitrogen RF Plasma Source
Solicitation # NIST_NB686090-26-01960_Nitrogen_RF_Plasma_Source
The contract solicitation titled NIST NB686090-26-01960 Nitrogen RF Plasma Source is issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology under the U.S. Department of Commerce, with the solicitation number NIST_NB686090-26-01960_Nitrogen_RF_Plasma_Source. It was posted on July 31, 2026, and responses are due by August 12, 2026, at 11:00 PM Eastern Time. This is a combined solicitation with no set-aside designation, meaning all eligible businesses may compete. The NAICS code 334413 identifies the industry as Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing. The performing work is expected to take place in Colorado, 80305, while the contracting office is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, 20899. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Matthew Delgado, reachable via email at matthew.delgado@nist.gov. Further details and documentation are available through the provided SAM.gov link.
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Brand Name Only solicitation for Drop-in replacement scientific vacuum pumps
Solicitation # 1333ND25QNB680436
The solicitation seeks brand name only drop-in replacement scientific vacuum pumps under a Small Business Set Aside, exclusively for small businesses, with the North American Industry Classification System code 339113. The contract is managed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology under the Department of Commerce, with the office located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and performance expected in Boulder, Colorado. The solicitation number is 1333ND25QNB680436, posted on July 31, 2026, with responses due by August 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Offers must match the specified brand name products exactly, with no substitutions permitted. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Forest Crumpler, reachable via email at forest.crumpler@nist.gov. Interested parties can access further details through the provided SAM.gov workspace link.
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