Cryogenic Sample Probe and Interface Development

The contract calls for the design and supply of a cryogenic-compatible ENDOR sample probe specifically engineered for low-temperature spin relaxation measurements, with seamless integration into existing laboratory infrastructure. The probe must maintain precise operational stability under extreme cryogenic conditions while ensuring compatibility with current spectrometer systems and thermal management workflows. All components must be meticulously engineered to withstand repeated thermal cycling without degradation in performance, signal integrity, or mechanical reliability. The work is to be performed at the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado, under a subcontract arrangement issued by the Department of Defense through the FA7000 10 Cons Lgc office. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on July 29, 2026, and falls under the NAICS code 332721 for instrument manufacturing. The project demands specialized expertise in low-temperature physics, RF engineering, and materials science to deliver a probe that meets exacting technical standards for precision spin resonance measurements in defense-relevant research environments.