Low-Temperature (LT) Scanning Probe Microscope (SPM)

Brookhaven Science Associates (operator of Brookhaven National Laboratory on behalf of the Department of Energy Office of Science) seeks integration of a Low-Temperature Scanning Probe Microscope into its existing multiprobe UHV Surface Analysis System, with quotations due June 23 and questions due June 8. This is a full and open competition, Firm Fixed Price solicitation.

Place of performance is Upton, New York. The scope includes design and fabrication of a custom UHV SPM chamber, delivery of a new SPM scanner, sample stage with seven electrical contacts, removable magnetic field assembly, internal electronics, wiring and cabling, on-site installation within an existing cryostat, and atomic-resolution performance testing on Au(111) crystal or graphite surfaces for both STM and AFM modes. Delivery is anticipated 18 weeks after receipt of order, with FOB Destination and freight prepaid.

Offerors must demonstrate previous experience fabricating, installing, and testing low-temperature STM/qPlus AFM systems of comparable complexity, with references for at least three successfully delivered systems. Offerors must hold ISO 9001 certification or equivalent Quality Assurance program covering design, manufacture, installation, and testing, including custom STM/AFM chamber fabrication. A U.S.-based instrument service engineer network capable of providing maintenance and repair services during and after the warranty period is required. All SPM cabling must be compatible with existing Scienta Omicron MATRIX SPM controller hardware.

NAICS code is 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing); 1,000-employee size standard applies. Payment terms are Net 30 for large businesses and foreign vendors or Net 10 for small businesses. All pricing must be all-inclusive in U.S. dollars, including applicable import duties and customs costs. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible offeror submitting the lowest total price meeting all technical requirements. Domestic vendors must register in SAM.gov with Unique Entity ID; foreign vendors must complete AMS-Form-050.