16 MP EUV Vacuum Flanged Camera EUV Ptychographic Reflectometry

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting market research through this Sources Sought Notice to identify potential vendors for a highly specialized 16 MP EUV Vacuum Flanged Camera designed for ptychographic reflectometry applications in semiconductor metrology. This is a civilian procurement focused on acquiring a flange-mounted, back-illuminated CCD sensor capable of operating in high-vacuum environments with exceptional technical performance specifications. Key technical requirements include quantum efficiency exceeding 60% for photon energies between 30-90 eV, multiple readout rates, frame rates between 0.5-8 fps, pixel dimensions of 14-16 microns, sensor dimensions of at least 61mm x 61mm, and advanced cooling capabilities reaching -90°C. This Sources Sought Notice is purely market research and does not guarantee that a formal solicitation or contract will be issued; interested vendors should submit responses by December 4, 2025, via email to Junee Johnson with comprehensive company information, product specifications, manufacturing location, small business status, and detailed technical capabilities. Respondents must include their Unique Entity ID, describe customization potential, identify any specification limitations, and provide information regarding existing customers, warranty terms, and service offerings.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation, and no incumbent contractor or current contractor information is identified in the notice. The opportunity is not associated with a specific award value or budget range, as this is a pre-solicitation market research phase rather than a formal solicitation with defined funding levels. The notice does not specify a quantity or timeline for service delivery, reflecting its exploratory nature to assess vendor capability and market availability. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and PSC code 6640 (Laboratory Equipment and Supplies), targeting manufacturers capable of producing advanced semiconductor measurement science instrumentation. NIST seeks to gather comprehensive market intelligence about potential solutions from qualified vendors before determining whether to proceed with a formal procurement action.