SOW Wire Bonder.docx

Statement of Work Manual wedge/ball wire bonder

I. Background The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Physical Measurement Laboratory (PML) Quantum Measurement Division is developing single-photon devices for applications in optical metrology and quantum networking. Single-photon detectors, such as single-photon avalanche diodes and superconducting nanowire detectors, are microfabricated devices operated at low or cryogenic temperatures and convert a single photon into an electrical signal. These devices need to be operated in a hermetic package or environment and require an electrical wire-bond connection between the planar surface of the detector and whatever conductor exits the hermetic environment. Furthermore, single-photon detectors can provide picosecond timing precision, and the design of this wire bond connection, its parasitic inductance and capacitance, can have an impact on the performance of the device. NIST not only designs, assembles, and tests advanced single-photon detection systems, NIST also modifies and repairs existing single-photon detectors to achieve higher performance. For all these activities a versatile wire bonder is necessary. Moreover, the Quantum Measurement Division has recently received a single-photon detector from NIST-Boulder that requires repair. Until this device is repaired its use to advance NIST’s quantum networking research is impossible.

II. Scope The acquisition is for a versatile benchtop wire bonder for device prototyping and repair, including a compatible stereo microscope system and work illumination system, a complete heated-work-holder system, tools necessary for setting up, using, and maintaining the wire bonder including a gram gauge, installation, and training on the tool’s use and maintenance.

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.

1. A complete benchtop ultrasonic wire bonder with a three-axis micro-manipulator and touch-screen interface

2. Capable of fully manual 3 dimensional control (x,y,z), or semi-automatic (semi-auto Z, manual X&Y) operation

3. Powered by 115 V standard US electrical power

4. Capable of full operation without a compressed air/gas supply

5. Capable of both wedge-wedge bonding and ball-wedge bonding

6. Wire feed convertible changeable from 45 degrees to 90 degrees

7. Capable of bonding Au and Al wires

8. Capable of Au wire bonding with wire diameters from at least 18 um to 75 um or greater

9. Capable of Au ribbon bonding with ribbons up to 25 um x 250 um or greater

10. Manual control mechanical ratio of 6:1 or greater

11. A work-space throat depth of > 120 mm

12. Bonding tool horizontal travel > 12 mm

13. Bonding tool vertical travel > 12 mm

14. Programmable bonding-tool force from <15 g to >120 g

15. Selectable ultrasonic bonding power from < 1.5 W to ≥ 3 W

16. Bond time programmable from 10 ms to 1000 ms

17. Bonding tool: diameter < 2 mm, length > 12 mm

18. A memory for storing and retrieving multiple bonding settings

19. An adjustable-height heated work holder for flat packages

20. Work holder diameter of at least 2.5”

21. A temperature controller compatible with the heated work holder

22. An integrated stereo microscope and LED illumination system

23. All tools necessary for setting up, using and maintaining the wire bonder including a gram gauge

24. Training on the use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the wire bonder

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) 8 weeks 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 101, Room A1201 Gaithersburg, MD 20899 V. Installation and Training NIST will provide space and a stable workbench upon which the wire bonder can be installed with access to standard 115 V electrical power. NIST cannot provide compressed air or a vacuum line to the installation site. The contractor will be onsite to guide a NIST user in the initial setup and installation of the wire bonder.

The contractor shall conduct an in-person training session for up to three (3) users at NIST. The training shall provide a thorough demonstration of all system/solution functions, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. The training may be completed at NIST during standard working hours (Monday – Friday during the operating hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm) shortly after delivery and installation, and the demonstration of specifications and must be completed no later than thirty (30) days after installation. Installation and training must be scheduled, in advance, with the NIST technical point of contact (TPOC).

VI. 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.

The delivered products will be tested for functionalities and performance to ensure they meet the listed minimum requirements.

The Government will test, inspect, and accept the equipment onsite within seven (7) business days of the receipt of the manual wire bonder. A visual inspection of the wire bonder and its accessories will be performed by the NIST Technical Point of Contract (TPOC) to identify surface defects or any form of indication that the wire bonder or its accessories 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 wire bonder and its accessories due to defects and/or nonconformance.

VII. 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.

VIII. 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.

IX. Additional Information Safety: The Contractor employee must be responsible for knowing and complying with all installation safety prevention regulations. Such regulations include, but are not limited to, general safety, fire prevention, and waste disposal.

Identification Badges: Contractor employees must comply with NIST identification and access requirements. Each Contractor employee must wear a visible identification badge provided by the NIST Security Office.

Vehicle Registration: All Contractor employees must register their vehicles with the NIST Security Office to gain access to the campus. A valid driver’s license, Government-furnished civilian ID, proof of insurance and current registration must be presented to the NIST Security Office, at which time a NIST vehicle pass will be issued. The pass must be displayed on the vehicle in accordance with NIST Security Office instructions.