JA - 26-6B1_Redacted.pdf

This is a Sole Source Justification document for a Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA) contract opportunity.

The Defense Microelectronics Activity, located at 4234 54th Street in McClellan, California, seeks to procure a Plasma System with Robot and Enclosure through a new firm fixed price contract (SOW #26-6B1). The required system is an atmospheric pressure plasma treatment system designed to prepare surfaces for bonding or other applications using air and forming gas (a hydrogen and nitrogen combination) to produce oxidized and reduced surfaces. DMEA requires this capability to oversee the microelectronics assembly process, which necessitates several cleaning steps to meet MIL-STD-883 standards for wire and die bond strength in packaged devices. The contracting officer has determined the anticipated cost to the Government is fair and reasonable based on an Independent Government Estimate and market research. The justification cites FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) as the authority for single-source solicitation under 41 U.S.C. 1901.

Plasmatreat USA, Inc. has been identified as the sole source capable of meeting requirements, as the company holds patented technology (US10554411) for generating a rotating atmospheric plasma beam that treats workpiece surfaces. This patented process enables uniform treatment by adjusting how plasma interacts with the nozzle assembly, allowing for even and controlled surface modifications including cleaning, activation, and coating. Market research was conducted in January 2026 through website searches, current knowledge, and sales contact information. No other identified sources possess the required capabilities. The solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(3), and the Contracting Officer will consider quotations from all responsible sources per FAR 5.207(c)(16)(ii).