High Frequency Oscilloscope

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking information from industry regarding the availability and capabilities of suppliers to provide a high-frequency oscilloscope for use at its Boulder, Colorado facility. This sources sought notice, identified as NB675030-26-01980, is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or binding obligation. NIST requires a device capable of high sampling rates and wide bandwidth to perform time-domain measurements on LTE and 5G signals, with deliveries anticipated within 60 days of order placement. Responses must be submitted by July 16, 2026, and should include company details, validation of small business status under NAICS code 334515, SAM.gov registration confirmation, and suggestions to improve the draft specifications. Industry participants are invited to offer input on potential evaluation factors for a future procurement and may provide standard commercial pricing information to assist in establishing fair market value, but quotations or formal bids are explicitly prohibited. All submissions must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format, limited to ten pages excluding the cover page and pricing data, and must not contain proprietary, classified, or sensitive information. Respondents must include points of contact, company address, website, and evidence of compliance with size standards under NAICS 334515. Small businesses are asked to confirm their ability to meet FAR clause 52.219-14 regarding limitations on subcontracting if the acquisition were set aside for small businesses. Companies holding a GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract or other federal agreements should provide relevant documentation. Teaming arrangements require full information from all participating entities. NIST reserves the right to request additional information from respondents and may use all submitted data for acquisition planning, including the potential publication of a formal solicitation on SAM.gov or GSA eBuy. Responses submitted after the deadline will not be considered, and no feedback or compensation will be provided for submissions.