Optical table and leg kit

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking an optical table and leg kit for semiconductor research at its Materials Measurement Laboratory. The solicitation, issued as a full and open competition under simplified acquisition procedures, requires vendors to submit electronic quotations by February 19, 2025, at 12pm EST. Quotations must include technical specifications, past performance information, pricing, and terms/conditions across four distinct volumes. The evaluation will prioritize technical capability and past performance over price, with non-price factors carrying more weight in the selection process. Potential offerors must be prepared to respond to any questions within 5 calendar days of the solicitation's issuance and demonstrate relevant contract experience from the past three years.

The procurement is not set aside for any specific business category and falls under NAICS code 334516 with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. The optical table must meet precise specifications, including an 8' x 4' dimension with 12" thickness, featuring a honeycomb core, magnetic stainless steel surface, and advanced vibration isolation capabilities. Delivery is required within 10 weeks of award to NIST's Gaithersburg, Maryland location at 100 Bureau Drive, with installation to be completed within 4 weeks of receipt. The system must provide a stable research environment for Raman mapping measurements, supporting NIST's semiconductor technology advancement efforts. The contract includes a minimum 1-year warranty and mandates 100% payment after acceptance, testing, and proper invoice submission, with shipping to be FOB destination.