Leak Testing Services

The contract calls for specialized leak testing services on sealed components such as vacuum jackets and sample holders, using helium mass spectrometry or an equivalent method to verify structural integrity under high-vacuum research conditions. The work requires precise detection and quantification of minute leaks to ensure components meet stringent performance standards critical for scientific applications. This subcontract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, limiting eligibility to small businesses as defined by the SBA, with the NAICS code 541380 indicating it falls under scientific and technical consulting services. The solicitation was posted on July 9, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 30, 2026, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time. Performance will be carried out under the oversight of the Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology, though no specific place of performance or point of contact is listed in the posted data.