Attachment I - NIST Requirements.docx

NIST Requirements Document Raman Imaging System

I. Background The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has a requirement for a Raman imaging spectrograph to establish spectroscopic measurement capabilities in light/matter interactions including Raman and photoluminescence. This instrument will support the Nanoscale Spectroscopy Group in the Nanoscale Device Characterization Division (NDCD) of the Physical Measurement Laboratory (PML), which develops and advances optical, electrical, and magnetic spectroscopic measurement methods and theory for nanoscale characterization of materials and applies this knowledge to nanoscale devices. These new characterization capabilities are an essential component of the NDCD’s ongoing efforts in nanoscale spectroscopy to support the development of future quantum technologies through optical probes of emergent phenomena in low dimensional materials.

The NDCD develops and advances the measurement and knowledge infrastructure to characterize nano- and atom-scale engineered materials and solid-state devices for innovation in information processing, sensing, and future quantum technologies. Our technical activities span atom scale devices, nanoscale spectroscopy, nanoscale imaging, nanoscale processes and measurements, and alternative computing. To meet mission requirements, the NDCD needs to procure a complete Raman imaging system. This acquisition will allow the division to improve its optical measurement capabilities.

II. Scope Photoluminescence and Raman spectroscopies provide detailed information about low-dimensional materials and specifically emergent quantum phenomenon. Specifically, lasers are needed to excite the samples, a CCD collects the emitted or scattered light after the laser/matter interactions. Optics are critical to guide the beam, set and probe the polarization of the laser beam and the emitted/scattered beam. Furthermore, optics are necessary to block the laser excitation from getting back to the CCD. The ability to collect imaging data by both scanning the stage/sample and/or scanning the beam is required. Computer control and full integration of all CLINs below is necessary for ease of use and data processing.

Included within the system must be all components for full operation including but not limited to: a CCD detector for detection and lasers for excitations, all optics to control laser and scattering beams in regards to placement, polarization and power, and a computer and software for automation. Finally, the ability to expand the system in the future is also of high value.

III. Minimum Requirements The system shall meet or exceed the minimum requirements identified below. All items must be new. Used or remanufactured equipment will not be considered for award. Experimental, prototype, or custom items will not be considered. The use of “gray market” components not authorized for sale in the U.S. by the Contractor is not acceptable. All line items shall be shipped in the original manufacturer’s packaging and include all original documentation and software, when applicable.

Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) 0001: Fully automated, high-resolution confocal microscope with CCD detector and scanning stage and mirrors for imaging A. The system must contain these components and be fully automated and integrated

a. Confocal Raman microscope

i. mechanical pinhole

b. Open scope form for allowing large cryostats as samples

c. XYZ Mapping stage for imaging (sample moves)

d. Scanning (galvo) mirrors for imaging (laser moves)

e. An achromatic aberration free spectrograph

f. 1 inch, cryogen-free CCD, 1024x256 pixels

g. 2 holographic gratings

i. 1200 groves/mm, blazed at 750 nm

ii. 1800 groves/mm, blazed at 500 nm

h. 1 ruled grating

i. 600 groves/mm, blazed at 500 nm

i. 6 objectives;

i. 5x

ii. 10x

iii. 50x

iv. 100X

v. Long working distance 50x NA 0.50

vi. Long working distance 100X NA 0.80

j. Neon lamp incorporation for calibration

k. Computer package with software to fully control all components in all tasks including laser power and polarization

l. Opportunities for upgrades built in

i. Mechanical adaption for two additional detector ports

ii. Mechanical adaption and Port for AFM addition

iii. Laser platform for adding lasers to system

CLIN 0002: Excitation Lasers and optics A. 473 nm laser 25 mW minimum and accompanying, automated Raman filters B. 532 nm laser 100 mW minimum and accompanying, automated Raman filters C. 633 nm laser and 15 mW minimum and accompanying, automated Raman filters D. Automated Raman filters for 785 nm laser

CLIN 0003: Polarization optics and automation A. Half wave plate and visible analyzer 400nm-700nm B. Half wave plate and NIR analyzer 700-1100 nm C. Visible analyzer for ultralow frequency operation 350 nm-650 nm D. VIS/NIR analyzer for ultralow frequency operation 500 nm – 1000 nm E. Wide band fixed scrambler 230 nm –2500 nm F. Motorized control and software for all polarization optics

CLIN 0004: Ultralow frequency filter sets A. Bandpass notch filter set operating at 532 nm permitting data to be collected down to 10 cm-1 shift B. Bandpass notch filter set operating at 633 nm permitting data to be collected down to 10 cm-1 shift

IV. Delivery Delivery shall be FOB Destination (or equivalent terms, such as INCOTERMS Delivered Duties Paid) are required and shall occur not later than (NLT) NLT 150 days after award ARO.

FOB Destination means: The contractor shall pack and mark the shipment in conformance with carrier requirements, deliver the shipment in good order and condition to the point of delivery specified in the purchase order, be responsible for any loss of and/or damage to the goods occurring before receipt and acceptance of the shipment by the consignee at the delivery point specified in the purchase order; and pay all charges to the specified point of delivery. The contractor shall deliver all Line Items to:

The National Institute of Standards and Technology 100 Bureau Drive, Building 222 Gaithersburg, MD 20899 V. Inspection and Acceptance In addition to the inspection and acceptance terms articulated in 52.212-4, the Government reserves the right to perform such performance tests and evaluations as defined below to verify specified system performance. Such tests and evaluations, if performed, shall be conducted within the environment that the system is to be operated. The Contractor has the right to be present during the tests and evaluations, if performed, at the Contractor’s expense.

1. Neon lamp calibration and instrument response function at each laser wavelength and grating combination (including user-provided 785 nm)

2. Single layer MoS2 measurements to demonstrate full polarization control at each laser wavelength

3. Demonstrate ultra low frequency cut off for each wavelength/filter combination

4. Demonstrate both mapping capabilities

a. Stage scanning

b. Laser scanning

5. General operation of system:

a. Use carbon nanotube to demonstration XY spatial resolution at each laser wavelength

b. Use suspended graphene to determine Z spatial resolution at each laser wavelength

c. Demonstrate best spectral resolution using single objective and laser combination

The Government will test, inspect, and accept the equipment onsite within (7) business days of the installation of the Raman Imaging System. A visual inspection of the Raman Imaging System will be performed by the NIST TPOC to identify surface defects or any form of indication that the Raman Imaging System was damaged during transport to NIST. The Government shall have sole discretion to require repair or replacement of damaged and/or nonconforming supplies at no cost to the Government. The Government at any time prior to acceptance shall reject the Raman Imaging System due to defects and/or nonconformance.

VI. Installation The system shall be installed by the Contractor and meet contract specifications no later than 30 days after delivery. Installation, at a minimum, shall include uncrating/unpackaging of all equipment, rigging, set-up and hook-up of the system, demonstration of all specifications, and removal of trash. Onsite installation and demonstration shall be done at NIST, (Gaithersburg, MD- Building 222/A156.)

VII. Training

The contractor shall conduct (2 days of) training session for up to (5 users) users at NIST. The training shall provide a thorough demonstration of all system/solution functions, maintenance, data administration, and basic troubleshooting. The training may be completed at NIST immediately after installation/set-up and on-site measurements demonstrating that no damage or misalignment issues arose during transportation and installation, but shall be completed no later than (7 days after installation) after installation.

VIII. Warranty The contractor shall warrant the entire system for a period of a minimum of one (1) year after receipt of the equipment and shall be in accordance with terms in FAR 52.212-4

IX. Payment Schedule The Contractor shall be paid, in accordance with Net 30-day payment terms, upon receipt and acceptance of a proper invoice, in accordance with the following schedule:

1. 100% after installation and acceptance by the TPOC of fully installed system.

2. The Government anticipates inspection will occur upon:

a. After the testing procedures set forth in this document have been completed