Side Channel Analysis Precision Control System

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking to procure a Side Channel Analysis Precision Control System to analyze side channel attack vulnerabilities in cryptographic systems. The procurement consists of five Contract Line Items including an Electromagnetic Probe System with high-precision positioning capabilities, a Real-Time Oscilloscope System with 14 GHz bandwidth and 16 G Samples/s sampling rate, Signal Acquisition and Processing Software with floating site license, Vulnerability Analysis Tools, and Installation, Training, and Support services. All equipment must be new, commercial off-the-shelf items applicable to modern and future Post Quantum Crypto algorithms. Offerors must submit two-volume electronic quotes by July 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET, and quotes will be evaluated using a best value trade-off methodology prioritizing technical capability and delivery schedule, followed by price. The solicitation requires registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and quotes must remain valid for 60 days.

This procurement operates under NAICS code 334515 with a small business size standard of 750 employees and has no set-aside designations, making it unrestricted and open to all qualified offerors. The contract will be awarded as a firm fixed price purchase order with 100% payment upon receipt and acceptance of all line items under Net 30-day payment terms. Delivery must be completed FOB Destination within 30 days after receipt of order to NIST's Gaithersburg, Maryland campus, with installation to be completed within 15 business days and comprehensive training provided to up to 10 personnel within 90 days of installation. The contractor must provide technical support including software updates and maintenance for a minimum of 12 months post-installation, along with a standard commercial warranty from the Original Equipment Manufacturer. No incumbent contractors or specific award values are identified in the solicitation documents.