Sole Source Justification for Micro specimens of electroplated copper films and micro-sized lead-free solder for mechanical testing to fracture
Awarded Limited / Sole Source Justification Posted
- Solicitation number
- 1333ND26NB030008JOFOC
- Agency
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National Institute of Standards and Technology
Department of Commerce
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- Contract number
- 1333ND26BN030008
- NAICS code
- 541713 Research and Development in Nanotechnology
- Place of performance
- Gaithersburg, Maryland 20899, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The National Institute of Standards and Technology intends to award a sole-source contract to Auburn University for fabrication and delivery of custom free-standing micro specimens of electroplated copper films and micro-sized lead-free solder for mechanical testing to fracture under 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1).
Auburn University is the only source capable of meeting NIST's specialized requirements for custom micro specimens with precise geometries designed by NIST, specific chemical compositions and microstructures mimicking semiconductor interconnects, and ancillary components such as grip sections and pin holes. Market research conducted from November 2024 through December 2025 included internet searches, GSA and Thomas Register reviews, attendance at two industry conferences (IEEE PAINE and IMAPS Symposium), and two Sources Sought notices posted on SAM.gov (NIST-SS25-21 from February 21 to March 14, 2025, and NIST-SS26-CHIPS-04 from November 18 to December 3, 2025). Only Auburn University responded to these solicitation efforts.
The period of performance comprises a 2-year base period plus a 1-year option period. The contract includes progress reports, drafts of journal publications, and conference presentations. Place of performance is Auburn, Alabama. Contract 1333ND26BN030008 was awarded on April 28, 2026. The Contracting Officer will determine fair and reasonable pricing based on an Independent Government Cost Estimate and professional judgment before award.
Notice text
In accordance with FAR 6.305(a) the attached justification is publically available within 14 days of contract award. This post will remain available for 30 days in accordance with FAR 6.305(d)(3). See attached redacted Justification For Other Than Full And Open Competition (JOFOC) for details.
Awarded contract 1333ND26BN030008 to unknown vendor for unknown amount on 2026-04-28.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| NB305000-26-00131_JOFOC_Redacted.pdf |
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