Supply of High-Performance Optical Atomic Clock Systems

The contract involves the procurement of two high-performance optical atomic clock systems that must meet the specifications set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The scope includes not only the supply of these advanced systems but also their delivery, installation, and comprehensive training to ensure proper operation and utilization. The work will be performed in Boulder, identified by the ZIP code 80305, underscoring the importance of location-specific compliance and coordination for successful execution. Issued by the Department of Commerce under NIST, this subcontract falls under the NAICS code 334516, which relates to manufacturing of analytical, measuring, and testing instruments. The solicitation was posted on June 9, 2026, and interested parties must submit their responses by June 23, 2026. While details such as specific organization types or set-aside statuses are not specified, the contract clearly targets entities capable of delivering cutting-edge optical clock technology with full system integration and user proficiency training.