Upgrade Bruker MultiMode 8 Atomic Force Microscope (AFM)

The Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), intends to negotiate on a sole source basis, with BRUKER NANO, INC. Tucson, AZ under other than full and open competition by the authority of FAR subpart 13.1 using the authority in FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) Soliciting from a Single Source - Not Exceeding Simplified Acquisition Threshold.

Bruker Nano, Inc is the sole source to upgrade NIST’s MultiMode 8 Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) with NanoScope V (Bruker's proprietary software).  As OEM of the MultiMode 8 AFM, any upgrade or support are solely provided by Bruker Nano Inc.  Bruker Nano Inc does not work with or authorize any distributors on the technical support or upgrades to the system

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 334516.

No solicitation package will be issued. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to this requirement. The Government will consider responses received by 4:00 p.m. (EST) on August 5, 2022. Inquiries will only be accepted via email to Harry.Brubaker@NIST.gov. No telephone requests will be honored.

A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed acquisition based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future.