Request for Quotes - Quantum Control and Measurement Electronics

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking to procure two full-stack, integrated quantum control and measurement electronic systems through this Request for Quotation under solicitation number NB683110-25-01611. The procurement includes a Spin Qubit System Control and Measurement System (System A) and a Quantum Current Control and Measurement System (System B), both requiring sophisticated technical capabilities including at least 24 DC voltage outputs with ±8V range and 20-bit precision, 4 DC coupled measurement channels, 8 arbitrary waveform outputs, microwave control capabilities up to 18 GHz, and high-frequency inputs with bandwidth up to 350-400 MHz. The systems must be rack-mountable, Windows PC compatible, and include software support for industry-standard platforms like Python with non-expiring licensing. Quotations will be evaluated based on three factors: technical capability, prior demonstrated experience, and price, with non-price factors weighted more heavily than price. The original quotation deadline was June 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, though an amendment was issued on June 26, 2025, extending the deadline to July 3, 2025.

This procurement is an unrestricted competition with no set-aside designation under NAICS code 334513 (small business size standard of 750 employees). No incumbent contractors or potential award values are specified in the available documentation. The contract requires delivery of both quantum control systems within 90 days of award acceptance, with performance at NIST's facility in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Quotations must be submitted electronically in four structured volumes covering technical capability, demonstrated experience, price, and terms and conditions to the designated government points of contact. The government reserves the right to make an award without discussions based on initial quotations, seeking the most advantageous proposed solution for their quantum research operations.