Optical Spectrum Analyzer
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- NB686010-25-01360
- Agency
- National Institute of Standards and Technology Department of Commerce
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334515 Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals
- PSC
- 6640 Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Place of performance
- Boulder, Colorado 80305, United States
- Points of contact
-
- Lisa Stevens lisa.stevens@nist.gov (252) 422-2097
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting market research for the procurement of an Optical Spectrum Analyzer (OSA) through this sources sought notice. The OSA must meet detailed technical specifications including a wavelength range of 600-1750 nm, wavelength resolution better than 0.05 nm, wavelength accuracy of +/-0.3 pm, and a measurement dynamic range of 50 dB, along with RS232 and GPIB ports for remote control and capability to accept single-mode and multimode optical fibers. Interested vendors must submit capability statements limited to four pages that include company information, manufacturing country of origin, product specifications and data sheets, typical lead times, and other relevant technical details. The evaluation will focus on the vendor's ability to meet the technical specifications and deliver the required product within 16 weeks of order receipt, with government acceptance expected within 14 business days. The deadline for capability statement submissions is August 8, 2025, and responses must be submitted electronically to Contract Specialist Lisa Stevens at lisa.stevens@nist.gov.
This procurement is currently designated with no set-aside, but NIST will implement a small business set-aside if at least two qualified small businesses are identified during the market research phase. The requirement falls under NAICS code 334515 (Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals) with a small business size standard of 750 employees, and NIST is specifically seeking responses from all responsible sources regardless of business size. No incumbent contractors or current suppliers are mentioned in the notice, and no award values or budget ranges have been disclosed at this pre-solicitation stage. The procurement involves a single OSA unit with delivery, installation, and training to be completed within 16 weeks after receipt of order. NIST emphasizes that vendors must clearly indicate the country where the product is manufactured, as this information will be critical in determining the final acquisition method and any applicable domestic preference requirements.
Notice text
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Acquisition Management Division
Sources Sought for Commercial Product Purchase
THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION.
It is a market research tool being used to determine potential and eligible business firms that can provide the product described herein prior to determining the method of acquisition.
The National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) seeks information on vendors that can provide an Optical Spectrum Analyzer per the specifications attached herein.
This announcement is not a Request for Proposals or Quotes (RFP/RFQ) and does not commit the Government to award a contract now or in the future. The information contained in this notice is DRAFT only and, as such, is subject to change prior to the issuance of a solicitation. No solicitation is available currently. Additionally, the Government is not obligated to and will not pay for any information received from potential sources because of this Sources Sought announcement. The results of this Sources Sought will be utilized to determine if any Small Business Set-aside opportunities exist. All Small Business Set-aside categories will be considered. In addition, this market research tool is being used to identify potential and eligible firms, of all sizes, who manufacture the Optical Spectrum Analyzer in the U.S. prior to determining the method of acquisition and issuance of a solicitation. PLEASE INDICATE WHAT COUNTRY MANUFACTURES THIS PRODUCT.
After the results of this market research are obtained and analyzed, NIST may conduct a competitive or non-competitive procurement on the System for Award Management (sam.gov) and subsequently award a contract. If at least two qualified small businesses are identified during this market research stage that can fulfill the requirement, in accordance with the Specifications, then this acquisition shall be solicited as a small business set aside, however, NIST is seeking responses from ALL responsible sources, including large and small businesses. Responses should include the country where the product is manufactured.
This requirement is assigned a NAICS code of 334515, Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals, with a small business size standard of 750 employees.
Interested business organizations that believe they can meet the requirements should submit electronic copies of their capability statement. Please limit responses to four (4) pages or less. Responses should include the following information:
- Name of the company that will provide the product(s).
- Name of the company that will manufacture the product.
- County of origin or manufacture of the product.
- Spec/data sheets and examples of products that meet the specifications that demonstrate experience in meeting the requirements of this procurement.
- Typical lead time to deliver the product after receipt of order
- Any other relevant information that is not listed above that the Government should consider in developing its minimum specifications and finalizing its market research.
(Company sales brochures or marketing packages will not be considered.)
Any proprietary information should be so marked. The written capability statement should be received by the Contract Specialist, Lisa Stevens, via email at lisa.stevens@nist.gov no later than the date and time posted in this notice. No quotes will be accepted at this time and will not be considered.
REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW:
See the attached Requirements and Specifications document
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| NB686010-25-01360 Requirements and Specifications.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Optical Spectrum Analyzer | Pre-Solicitation | |
| NB686010-25-01360 Optical Spectrum Analyzer | Solicitation |
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