Gold & Chromium Thin-Film Coating Services

The contract involves the application of ultra-thin, uniform gold and chromium layers onto silicon substrates using Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) or sputtering techniques within a cleanroom environment. The specified thickness for the gold layer is 50 nanometers, with an allowable variation of plus or minus 10 nanometers, while the chromium layer is to range between 5 and 10 nanometers. The work is expected to be performed in Menlo Park and falls under the NAICS code 332813, which pertains to coating, engraving, and allied services. Issued by the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, a Department of Energy contractor, this subcontract aims to enhance substrate surface properties through precise thin-film coating processes. The solicitation was posted on May 27, 2026, with responses due by July 1, 2026. Although no specific set-aside provisions or detailed organizational requirements are noted, the contract emphasizes high-quality coating standards crucial for advanced scientific or industrial applications.