Sole Source Justification for Electrochemical Cells for TEM-X-ray Scattering

The contract involves a sole source justification for the procurement of electrochemical cells used in TEM-X-ray scattering, issued by the Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The solicitation number associated with this justification is 1333ND26PNB030068JOFOC, and it pertains to the aerospace and scientific equipment manufacturing sector under NAICS code 334516. The contract is located and performed in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with NIST serving as the awarding agency. In accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.301 provisions, the justification for awarding this contract without full and open competition is publicly accessible within 14 days after the contract award and will remain available for at least 30 days. The document detailing the rationale for this sole source award is attached in a redacted form. Nina Lin and Donald Collie are listed as the primary and secondary points of contact respectively for further inquiries regarding this contract.