Front-end-of-line and Back-end-of-line Processing of Silicon Carbide JFET-R Circuits

The contract seeks Front-end-of-line and Back-end-of-line processing services to fabricate silicon carbide JFET-R circuits, targeting advanced semiconductor development for aerospace applications. The requirement is designated as an 8(a) Sole Source procurement under FAR 19.8, indicating it is reserved exclusively for a small disadvantaged business certified under the SBA’s 8(a) program, with no competitive bidding anticipated. The North American Industry Classification System code 334413 identifies the work within semiconductor and related device manufacturing, emphasizing specialized fabrication capabilities in silicon carbide technology, a material critical for high-temperature and high-power environments. The performance location and point of contact details are not provided, but the solicitation is issued by NASA’s Glenn Research Center, suggesting the outputs will support space mission systems requiring robust, radiation-tolerant electronics. The forecast posting date of May 2026 implies this is a planning notice, preparing industry for anticipated future award activities under NASA’s procurement framework.