Sources Sought Calcium PI Laser System
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- NB688000-25-01506
- Agency
- National Institute of Standards and Technology Department of Commerce
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6640 Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Place of performance
- Boulder, Colorado 80305, United States
- Points of contact
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- Lisa Stevens lisa.stevens@nist.gov (252) 422-2097
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting a sources sought market research process to identify potential manufacturers for a specialized Calcium PI Laser System intended for quantum computing and optical clock experiments. The procurement seeks a system comprising two specific lasers: a 375 nm continuous wave, single-mode laser with over 30 mW output power, and a 422 nm laser that is tunable, with an instantaneous linewidth under 500 kHz and over 30 mW output. NIST is requesting capability statements from potential vendors, limited to four pages, which must include company details, manufacturing origin, product specifications, and lead times. The sources sought notice is open to all responsible sources, including large and small businesses, with responses due by May 19, 2025. Vendors must submit electronic capability statements directly to Contract Specialist Lisa Stevens via email, with a focus on demonstrating ability to meet the detailed technical requirements.
The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees. No specific set-aside has been designated for this opportunity, meaning both small and large businesses can compete. The solicitation emphasizes the need for U.S. manufacturers and requires vendors to specify the country of product origin. Delivery and installation requirements stipulate completion within 12 weeks after order receipt, with turn-key installation expected. While this is currently a market research tool and not a formal request for quotation, NIST will use the submitted information to determine potential suppliers and refine procurement specifications. The agency explicitly notes that no quotes will be accepted at this stage and will not pay for any information received in response to this sources sought notice.
Notice text
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Acquisition Management Division
Sources Sought for Commercial Product Purchase
THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION.
It is a market research tool being used to determine potential and eligible business firms that can provide the product described herein prior to determining the method of acquisition.
The National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) seeks information on vendors that can provide a Calcium PI Laser System per the specifications attached herein.
This announcement is not a Request for Proposals or Quotes (RFP/RFQ) and does not commit the Government to award a contract now or in the future. The information contained in this notice is DRAFT only.
The Government is not obligated to and will not pay for any information received from potential sources because of this Sources Sought announcement. The results of this Sources Sought will be utilized to determine if any U.S. manufacturers exist.
NIST is seeking responses from ALL responsible sources, including large and small businesses. Responses should include the country where the product is manufactured.
This requirement is assigned a NAICS code of 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees.
Any U.S. manufacturers that believe they can meet the requirements should submit electronic copies of their capability statement. Please limit responses to four (4) pages or less. Responses should include the following information:
- Name of the company that will provide the product(s).
- Name of the company that will manufacture the product.
- County of origin or manufacture of the product.
- Spec/data sheets and examples of products that meet the specifications that demonstrate experience in meeting the requirements of this procurement.
- Typical lead time to deliver the product after receipt of order
- Any other relevant information that is not listed above that the Government should consider in developing its minimum specifications and finalizing its market research.
(Company sales brochures or marketing packages will not be considered.)
Any proprietary information should be so marked. The written capability statement should be received by the Contract Specialist, Lisa Stevens, via email at lisa.stevens@nist.gov no later than the date and time posted in this notice. No quotes will be accepted at this time and will not be considered.
REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW:
See the attached Requirements and Specifications document.
Attachments
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| NB688000-25-01506 Requirements and Specifications.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Sources Sought Calcium PI Laser System | Pre-Solicitation | |
| Calcium PI Laser System | Solicitation |
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