Multi-purpose Sample Stage for APS 16-ID-E End Station

Argonne National Laboratory, under the Department of Energy Office of Science, is seeking to procure a multi-purpose sample stage for the APS 16-ID-E End Station, a sophisticated piece of scientific equipment with two operational modes: a high-precision nano-scale mode and a heavy-duty mode for supporting various sample environment systems. The solicitation requires vendors to submit comprehensive proposals by June 2, 2025, at 5:00 PM CST, with preliminary questions accepted until May 23, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST. Potential contractors must provide detailed technical specifications, including precise positioning components, EPICS compatibility, and comprehensive documentation that meets stringent scientific research requirements. The evaluation will likely focus on technical capabilities, compliance with the Statement of Work, and the ability to deliver a sample stage that can support complex x-ray beam experiments with 100 nm precision. Proposals must be submitted in USD, using either DDP Incoterms for international shipping or FOB Destination for domestic shipments, and must include complete Representations & Certifications documentation.

The contract opportunity is not set aside for any specific business category and is open to qualified manufacturers in the Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing sector. The project timeline spans approximately 40 weeks, with key milestones including project kick-off, design reviews, fabrication, factory acceptance testing, shipping, and on-site installation at the Argonne National Laboratory facility in the United States. While no specific award value is mentioned, the complexity of the equipment suggests a high-value procurement requiring significant technical expertise. The vendor will be responsible for delivering a single unit of the multi-purpose sample stage, with a 12-month warranty period after final acceptance or 15 months from delivery. The equipment is expected to support a 24/7 operational environment in a Department of Energy user facility, indicating the critical nature of the scientific research infrastructure being enhanced by this procurement.