Maury Microwave, Inc., a small disadvantaged business based in Ontario, California, was awarded a $56,520 firm fixed price purchase order by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for the procurement of thin-walled adiabatic airlines. The award, issued on August 7, 2024, represents a modification to extend the delivery date with an ultimate completion date of March 14, 2025. This contract was set aside exclusively for small businesses, reflecting NIST's commitment to supporting small business participation in specialized microwave component procurement. Maury Microwave's expertise in designing and manufacturing high-precision microwave technologies and measurement systems positions it as a qualified supplier to fulfill NIST's requirements for this specialized equipment.
The underlying procurement originated from a pre-solicitation market research notice posted by NIST in June 2024 to identify vendors capable of supplying thin-walled adiabatic airlines. NIST's market research indicated willingness to pursue small business set-aside acquisition methods if qualified small businesses could be identified, which materialized in this award. As a long-established federal contractor with demonstrated experience serving defense and civilian research institutions, Maury Microwave aligns with NIST's mission to support advanced measurement and standards development activities. The performance location is designated as Ontario, California, where the contractor maintains its manufacturing and engineering operations.