TEM Sample Holder/Scanning Electron Microscopy Stage w/HF capabilities

Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), operating under the Department of Energy Office of Science, is seeking to procure two specialized microscopy research instruments through a pre-solicitation notice for RFQ 461513. The procurement includes a Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) cooling Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) holder with advanced temperature and electrical control capabilities, and a Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) stage with high-frequency capabilities. The TEM holder must feature simultaneous heating and biasing control from -100K to 800C, double-tilt capability, and compatibility with MEMS chips and 3mm TEM grids. The solicitation anticipates a Firm Fixed Price contract with a single award, and vendors are instructed not to submit quotes until the full solicitation is posted on SAM.gov. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the pre-solicitation notice, the technical specifications suggest a focus on precision, versatility, and compatibility with research requirements.

No specific set-aside designations are noted for this contract opportunity. BNL expects to make one award with a 150-day delivery timeline for the TEM holder and a 360-day delivery timeline for the SEM stage. The contract will be administered by Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC, with the Department of Energy Office of Science as the sponsoring agency. The procurement falls under NAICS category 335999 for Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing and PSC category 6650 for Optical Instruments and Accessories. While no specific budget range is provided, the complexity of the instruments suggests a potentially significant investment in advanced research equipment. The pre-solicitation notice emphasizes that this announcement is not a commitment to award and that BNL reserves the right to use submitted information as deemed appropriate, including potentially creating a competitive solicitation.