Periodically Poled Potassium Titanyl Phosphate (ppKTP) Crystals
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- NB686100-25-01358
- Agency
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National Institute of Standards and Technology
Department of Commerce
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334419 Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Boulder, Colorado 80305, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting market research to identify potential vendors for Periodically Poled Potassium Titanyl Phosphate (ppKTP) Crystals for quantum optics experiments. This pre-solicitation notice is a sources sought announcement aimed at determining U.S. manufacturers capable of providing six specialized crystals with specific technical requirements, including anti-reflection coatings optimized for 1550 nm wavelength. NIST is seeking comprehensive capability statements from interested companies, which must be limited to four pages and include details such as manufacturing location, product specifications, lead times, and relevant experience. The deadline for submitting electronic capability statements is May 26, 2025, and responses should be sent directly to Contract Specialist de Ionne Jones via email. Evaluation will focus on manufacturers' ability to meet technical specifications and demonstrate expertise in producing advanced optical components for quantum information science research.
This sources sought notice carries no specific set-aside designation and is open to all responsible sources, including both large and small businesses within the 334419 NAICS category (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing) with a small business size standard of 750 employees. The procurement appears to be sourcing crystals from Raicol Crystals Ltd., with a delivery timeline of 4 weeks to NIST's Boulder, Colorado facility. While no specific award value is mentioned, the contract will involve the purchase of six precision-engineered ppKTP crystals intended for developing photonic quantum computing and quantum communication technologies. Payment will be structured on a Net 30-day basis, contingent upon successful installation and acceptance testing. The government emphasizes that this notice is not a formal request for quotation and does not commit to an immediate contract award, but rather serves as a market research tool to understand potential manufacturing capabilities.
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 Periodically Poled Potassium Titanyl Phosphate (ppKTP) Crystals the Statement of Work 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.
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 U.S. manufacturers exist.
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 334419, Other Electronic Component Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 750 employees.
Any U.S. manufacturers 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, de Ionne Jones, via email at deionne.jones@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 Statement of Work document.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| NB686100-25-01358 Statement of Work.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation | |
| Periodically Poled Potassium Titanyl Phosphate (ppKTP) Crystals | Solicitation |
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