On-Site Installation and Integration Services

The contract involves the on-site installation, calibration, and integration of atomic clocks into the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s existing time scale systems at its Boulder and Gaithersburg facilities. The work requires precise technical coordination with NIST staff to ensure seamless compatibility and optimal performance of the atomic clocks within the current infrastructure. All activities must be performed in accordance with established precision standards, and the contractor is responsible for verifying the performance of the installed systems to meet NIST’s stringent requirements for timekeeping accuracy and stability. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541715, indicating it falls within the scientific research and development services category. The opportunity was posted on July 22, 2026, with a response deadline of July 31, 2026, and the primary place of performance is in Boulder, Colorado, with an implied requirement for work to extend to the Gaithersburg facility. Although no specific set-aside designation is listed, the contract is managed by the U.S. Department of Commerce through NIST, underscoring its importance to national time and frequency standards. The contractor must possess expertise in high-precision timekeeping systems and demonstrate the ability to execute complex integrations under strict federal specifications.