471600 - RFI Dilution Refrigerator

Brookhaven National Laboratory, operating under the Department of Energy's Office of Science, is seeking information on a cryogen-free dilution refrigerator system designed for superconducting quantum circuit measurements as part of the Co-design Center for Quantum Advantage (C2QA) initiative. This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for planning and market research purposes to gauge supplier capabilities and interest, rather than as a formal solicitation or commitment to purchase. Key technical requirements include a base temperature below 10 mK, continuous operation capability at 20 mK, cooling power of at least 16 mW at the mixing chamber, a two-stage pulse tube cryocooler, PLC-controlled gas handling, comprehensive cryogenic wiring supporting RF frequencies up to 40 GHz, and integrated electronics for quantum measurements. Vendors must address 11 specific capability questions covering site preparation, equipment specifications, manufacturing location, warranty terms, and references to similar installations. The deadline for responses is November 25, 2025, with submissions directed to Crystal Lopez at clopez1@bnl.gov.

This RFI involves no set-aside designations and carries no identified incumbent contractor. No specific award value or budget range has been disclosed in the notice, as this is an informational gathering phase rather than a binding procurement action. Successful vendors will be expected to provide onsite installation, system start-up support, personnel training, and a minimum 24-month warranty as integral components of the delivery. Respondents must demonstrate compliance with Brookhaven's comprehensive Supplier Quality Assurance Requirements (BNL-QA-101), including ISO 9001 certification or equivalent quality management systems, and must accept the laboratory's General Terms and Conditions for Noncommercial Products, which incorporate numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) clauses. Lead time estimates and budgetary pricing information should be included in vendor responses to facilitate the government's evaluation of market feasibility and resource availability.