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This Solicitation opportunity from Government of Canada was posted on May 21, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Finetech Fineplacer Sigma System

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JC 12-25-1103International

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Notice of Intent to Sole Source Name Brand Only model TPT HB05 Wire BonderThe Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, is issuing a Notice of Intent to Sole Source procure the model TPT HB05 Wire Bonder under solicitation number NIST-SS26-161. This action is based on the uniqueness of the equipment, which is branded and specifically designed to meet the exact technical requirements of NIST’s advanced materials research and metrology programs, leaving no commercially available alternatives that can fulfill the specified performance criteria. The procurement is non-competitive and limited to the named brand only to ensure operational consistency, calibration integrity, and compatibility with existing systems at the Gaithersburg, Maryland facility. Responses to this notice must be submitted by August 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time, with the contracting activity managed by the Office of the Secretary within the Department of Commerce. The North American Industry Classification System code for this procurement is 333242, indicating it involves semiconductor machinery manufacturing. The place of performance is the NIST campus in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and primary point of contact is Elizabeth Timberlake, with Forest Crumpler as secondary contact. Both can be reached via email for inquiries regarding the solicitation. The official notice and further details are accessible through the SAM.gov workspace link provided.
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5 days ago

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McMaster University is seeking to acquire a FINETECH FINEPLACER SIGMA SYSTEM to facilitate high-precision assembly, integration, and packaging of photonic devices, requiring sub-micron alignment accuracy and reliable bonding processes for components such as photonic integrated circuits, optical fibers, waveguides, and micro-optical elements. The university has pre-selected FINETECH, located at 325 E. Elliot Road, Suite 34, Chandler, AZ 85225 USA, as the preferred supplier, but is providing an opportunity for other vendors to demonstrate their capability to meet the technical requirements by submitting a Statement of Capabilities Form before the closing date of June 22, 2026. Should no other qualified submissions be received by the deadline, the contract will be awarded directly to FINETECH; otherwise, a competitive procurement process will be initiated. The solicitation number is JC 12-25-1103, and all bidding documents are accessible through Merx.com, with applicable fees outlined on their pricing page. The primary point of contact for inquiries is James Carnemolla, Contracting Authority, reachable at carnemoj@mcmaster.ca.

General Info

McMaster seeks high-precision photonic assembly system; FINETECH preferred, other vendors may bid until June 22, 2026.

Agency

Government of Canada → McMaster University

NAICS

333242 - Semiconductor Machinery ManufacturingView NAICS

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CAN

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → McMaster University
Contacts1 person available
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Government of Canada → McMaster University
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James CarnemollaContracting Authority

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Background and Purpose McMaster University has a requirement for the purchase of a “FINETECH FINEPLACER SIGMA SYSTEM”. The system can support high-precision photonic device assembly, integration, and packaging. It should support sub-micron alignment accuracy and stable, repeatable bonding processes for optical components including photonic integrated circuits, optical fibers, waveguides, and micro-optical elements. The purpose of this Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) is to signal McMaster University’s intention to award a contract for the above-noted goods and/or services to the following pre-selected supplier: FINETECH 325 E. Elliot Road, Suite 34 Chandler, AZ 85225 USA Website: http://www.company.com Prior to awarding this contract, McMaster University is providing other potential suppliers with the opportunity to demonstrate that they are capable of satisfying the requirements as per this ACAN, by submitting a Statement of Capabilities Form during the posting period. If other potential suppliers submit a Statement of Capabilities Form that meet McMaster University’s requirements as set out in the ACAN, McMaster University may proceed to a competitive procurement process. If no other supplier submits a Statement of Capabilities Form on or before the closing date/time, a contract may be awarded to the above-noted pre-selected supplier.Bidding and Documents are available on http://www.merx.com. Fees may apply; See https://www.merx.com/public/pricing for more information.