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This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Commerce was posted on May 18, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Sources Sought Low Temp Anodic Bonding Glass Wafers

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The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought announcement to identify potential vendors capable of manufacturing Low Temperature Anodic Bonding Glass Wafers that meet specific technical requirements, including a 4-inch diameter, thickness options of 0.7 mm or 3 mm, and a thermal expansion coefficient within 20 ppm of silicon across a temperature range of 0 to 450°C, enabling anodic bonding below 250°C. This notice is not a request for quotation or proposal, does not obligate the Government to award a contract, and no pricing or contract value is being solicited at this stage. Responses must be limited to four pages and include the company name providing the product, the actual manufacturing entity, the country of origin, technical data sheets demonstrating compliance, typical lead times, and any additional relevant information. All submissions must be emailed to Lisa Stevens at [email hidden] no later than June 1, 2026, and proprietary information must be clearly marked. The announcement explicitly requires disclosure of the product’s manufacturing country, with particular interest in identifying U.S.-based manufacturers to evaluate potential Small Business Set-Aside opportunities under NAICS code 334516, which has a size standard of 1,000 employees. NIST will use the collected responses to determine whether a competitive or non-competitive procurement will follow, potentially issued through SAM.gov, and will consider all socioeconomic categories if viable small business sources are identified. The place of performance is Boulder, Colorado, and while no formal contract clauses, evaluation factors, or pricing details are included, special requirements such as U.S. citizenship for on-site personnel, direct delivery to the facility, loading dock access, power specifications, installation services, warranty coverage, and training for government personnel are anticipated in future solicitations. Foreign nationals must preregister 30 days in advance for any on-site presence, and the Government retains authority over acceptance testing, which may last up to seven business days. No quotes will be accepted, and responses will not be compensated.

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NIST seeks vendors for Low Temperature Anodic Bonding Glass Wafers, requesting capability statements only.

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Boulder, CO, 80305, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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Low Temperature Anodic Bonding Glass Wafers Specifications

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Nist
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OfficeGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Nist
Office AddressGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

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National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)


Acquisition Management Division


Sources Sought for Commercial Product Purchase


THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION.


It is a market research tool being used to determine potential and eligible business firms that can provide the product described herein prior to determining the method of acquisition.


The National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) seeks information on vendors that can provide Low Temperature Anodic Bonding Glass Wafers per the specifications attached herein.


This announcement is not a Request for Proposals or Quotes (RFP/RFQ) and does not commit the Government to award a contract now or in the future. The information contained in this notice is DRAFT only and, as such, is subject to change prior to the issuance of a solicitation. No solicitation is available currently. Additionally, the Government is not obligated to and will not pay for any information received from potential sources because of this Sources Sought announcement. The results of this Sources Sought will be utilized to determine if any Small Business Set-aside opportunities exist. All Small Business Set-aside categories will be considered. In addition, this market research tool is being used to identify potential and eligible firms, of all sizes, who manufacture the glass wafers in the U.S. prior to determining the method of acquisition and issuance of a solicitation. PLEASE INDICATE WHAT COUNTRY MANUFACTURES THIS PRODUCT.


After the results of this market research are obtained and analyzed, NIST may conduct a competitive or non-competitive procurement on the System for Award Management (sam.gov) and subsequently award a contract. If at least two qualified small businesses are identified during this market research stage that can fulfill the requirement, in accordance with the Specifications, then this acquisition shall be solicited as a small business set aside, however, NIST is seeking responses from ALL responsible sources, including large and small businesses. Responses should include the country where the product is manufactured.


This requirement is assigned a NAICS code of 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.


Interested business organizations that believe they can meet the requirements should submit electronic copies of their capability statement. Please limit responses to four (4) pages or less. Responses should include the following information:


  1. Name of the company that will provide the product(s).
  2. Name of the company that will manufacture the product.
  3. County of origin or manufacture of the product.
  4. Spec/data sheets and examples of products that meet the specifications that demonstrate experience in meeting the requirements of this procurement.
  5. Typical lead time to deliver the product after receipt of order
  6. Any other relevant information that is not listed above that the Government should consider in developing its minimum specifications and finalizing its market research.

(Company sales brochures or marketing packages will not be considered.)


Any proprietary information should be so marked. The written capability statement should be received by the Contract Specialist, Lisa Stevens, via email at contact@example.gov no later than the date and time posted in this notice. No quotes will be accepted at this time and will not be considered.


REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW:


See the attached Requirements and Specifications document

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