RF and Microwave Component Manufacturing

This contract involves the manufacturing of high-reliability radio frequency (RF) and microwave components, specifically resonators and filters, which are critical for integration into cesium beam clock systems. The work is being subcontracted by the Department of Commerce, through its National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), reflecting a focus on precision and quality necessary for advanced timing devices. The solicitation, posted in early May 2026, has a response deadline set for mid-May 2026, indicating a relatively short window for submissions. The contract falls under NAICS code 334613, which pertains to the manufacturing of electromagnetic wave and radar apparatus, underscoring the technical nature of the components required. The place of performance is located in Boulder, with the ZIP code 80305, suggesting proximity to NIST facilities and the organization’s operational base. No specific set-aside type is indicated, and details such as points of contact or specific office locations were not provided. This subcontract opportunity is designed for entities capable of producing precision RF and microwave hardware essential for high-accuracy timekeeping instrumentation.