Semirigid, VNA Test, and Flexible Cables

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is soliciting quotations for specialized microwave measurement cables to support complex permittivity measurement capabilities under the CHIPS program. The procurement includes 27 semirigid cables (24 inches, DC-67 GHz), 2 VNA test cables (39 inches, DC-67 GHz with phase-stable characteristics), and 10 flexible cables (3 inches, DC-67 GHz), all with specific connector requirements and new, manufacturer-standard specifications. Offerors must submit three separate volumes—a Technical Quotation demonstrating compliance with Statement of Work specifications, a Price Quotation on a firm-fixed-price basis including all shipping costs and tariffs, and a Terms and Conditions volume—with quotations due no later than 12:00 PM Eastern Time on February 13, 2026. Award will be made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror whose equipment meets all required specifications, with price quotations remaining valid for 90 days from the due date. Pre-quote inquiries must be submitted in writing within two calendar days of the February 3, 2026 solicitation issuance, and electronic submissions must be directed to the Contract Specialist (Elizabeth Timberlake at elizabeth.timberlake@nist.gov) and Contracting Officer (Donald Collie at donald.collie@nist.gov).

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard. No incumbent or current contractor information is identified in the solicitation documents. Although no explicit budget ceiling is stated, the contract is on a firm-fixed-price basis with payment of 100% upon installation and acceptance following successful completion of testing requirements. Delivery must occur within 8 weeks of contract award, with all items delivered to NIST's Boulder facility (325 Broadway, Boulder, Colorado 80305) on an F.O.B. Destination basis, placing all shipping costs and risk of loss on the contractor until delivery. The contractor must provide a minimum 1-year warranty commencing upon government acceptance, and all items must be new equipment in original packaging with no prototypes, demonstration models, used, or refurbished items acceptable.