High-Precision Atomic Clock Manufacturing

The contract involves the design, manufacturing, and testing of a cesium beam atomic clock specifically engineered for long-term, unattended operation with extremely high frequency stability. This device will play a critical role in supporting the National Institute of Standards and Technology's Coordinated Universal Time (UTC(NIST)) standard, ensuring precise timekeeping essential for various scientific and technological applications. The work is to be performed in Boulder, with the Department of Commerce's NIST office overseeing the project. This subcontract, categorized under NAICS code 334519, reflects a specialized initiative to advance atomic clock technology. Proposals must be submitted by May 14, 2026, following the solicitation announcement dated May 4, 2026. While the contract type is subcontracting, no specific set-aside classification applies, and detailed organizational or contact information is not provided. The focus on ultra-high frequency stability highlights the importance of reliability and precision in the final product to meet stringent time standard requirements.