ProteusQ Scanning NV Magnetometer

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is procuring a ProteusQ Scanning NV Magnetometer or equivalent through a competitive solicitation for the ORNL Physical Sciences Directorate. This sophisticated scientific equipment includes a scanning probe microscope with advanced quantum sensing capabilities, confocal optical coupling, integrated microwave near-field antenna, and specialized software packages for quantum control and data analysis. The Department of Energy facility requires the complete system to include the Qnami Expert Mode for precise hardware control with sub-6.6 nanosecond pulse sequencing accuracy and the Vario PQ device for external current and voltage applications during scanning measurements. The procurement will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method, with technical acceptability determined solely by providing the requested items without exceptions. Proposals are due on August 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM EST, with an offer validity period of 120 days and performance required from award through September 30, 2025.

This procurement does not include any small business set-aside designations and falls under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing with a size standard of 1,000 employees. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation documents. While specific award values are not disclosed, the procurement is structured as a Firm Fixed Price subcontract with Net 30-day payment terms via electronic funds transfer. The Bill of Materials specifies three primary line items including the main magnetometer system, expert mode hardware control option, and the Vario PQ voltage/current application device. Performance will take place at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, with the additional requirement that all deliveries must be made by U.S. citizens.