RFSoC-Based Microwave Readout Electronics Design and Manufacturing

The contract seeks a subcontractor to design, develop, integrate, and deliver six high-performance RFSoC-based electronics units tailored for NIST’s x-ray detector arrays, with the capability to simultaneously generate, convert, receive, digitize, and process hundreds of sinusoidal signals across a wide frequency range from 1 MHz to 1 GHz. Each unit must meet stringent performance benchmarks to ensure precise, low-noise operation under demanding experimental conditions, requiring advanced signal processing, high-speed data conversion, and tight synchronization across channels. The electronics must be ruggedized for stable operation in laboratory environments and optimized for integration with existing detector systems at NIST’s Boulder facility. The work must be completed in accordance with technical specifications and delivery timelines set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, with all units required to be manufactured and tested prior to delivery. The procurement is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 334511, indicating it involves the manufacture of electronic components and assemblies. The solicitation was posted on July 7, 2026, with a response deadline of July 17, 2026, and performance is to occur at the NIST site in Boulder, Colorado. The subcontractor is expected to possess demonstrated expertise in RFSoC systems, high-frequency electronics, and complex signal chain design to fulfill the technical demands of this specialized instrumentation project.