Arbitrary Waveform Generator

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is procuring an Arbitrary Waveform Generator (AWG) and real-time oscilloscope for semiconductor metrology research under their CHIPS metrology program. The equipment must meet specific technical requirements including at least two channels, minimum 5 GS/s sampling rate (preferably 9 GS/s), 12-bit resolution, and 1 ms waveform storage capability, with an optional PXIe chassis also available. This procurement supports Project 5.04 focusing on "RF Waveform and Rapid Frequency-Comb Diagnostics for Plasma Etching" to establish measurement traceability in semiconductor manufacturing processes. NIST will evaluate quotations on a best value basis considering technical capability and price, with technical capability weighted more heavily than price, and will give preference to solutions demonstrating flexible chassis configurations, upgrade potential, and multiple input/output channels. Quotations are due by 12:00 PM Eastern Time on August 26, 2025, and must be submitted electronically to Contract Specialist Cielo Ibarra and Contracting Officer Tracy Retterer.

This solicitation does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all eligible contractors, though NIST intends to award to a small business (defined as having 600 employees or fewer under NAICS code 334519). No incumbent contractors or award values are specified in the documentation. The procurement requires delivery within 10 weeks of order receipt to NIST's Boulder, Colorado location under F.O.B. Destination terms. The contractor must provide new equipment with a minimum one-year warranty, and payment will be made 100% upon inspection and acceptance of the fully installed system under Net 30-day terms. The solicitation is being conducted using simplified acquisition procedures for commercial items with the intent to award a single purchase order.