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Cryogenic and Vacuum System Maintenance

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The contract requires the operation and maintenance of ultra-high vacuum cryogenic systems at the LBIR facility in Gaithersburg, encompassing vacuum chambers, cryocoolers, and associated cleanroom infrastructure. These systems demand specialized expertise to ensure continuous, reliable performance under extreme conditions, with strict adherence to technical specifications and safety protocols to preserve experimental integrity and facility usability. The work involves routine servicing, troubleshooting, calibration, and preventive maintenance to sustain operational readiness and mitigate downtime. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 811310, indicating it falls within the industrial and commercial equipment repair and maintenance sector. It is managed by the Department of Defense through the agency FA2263 Aflcmc Romk Afmetcal, with performance localized to Gaithersburg. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, and execution will require close coordination with facility personnel, compliance with federal and defense-specific standards, and likely clearance of access protocols given the sensitive nature of the facility and its operations.

General Info

Operate and maintain ultra-high vacuum cryogenic systems at Gaithersburg’s LBIR facility under DoD contract.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2263 Aflcmc Romk Afmetcal

NAICS

811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance

Place of Performance

Gaithersburg, MD, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA226322C0003P00032.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PostedJul 30

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2263 Aflcmc Romk Afmetcal

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Operate and maintain ultra-high vacuum (UHV) cryogenic systems, including vacuum chambers, cryocoolers, and cleanroom infrastructure at the LBIR facility.

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