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Plasma Cleaner for Transmission Electron Microscope Holders - Notice ID Number: NIST- SS26- 107 Title: Plasma Cleaner for Transmission Electron Microscope Holders The purpose of this sources sought notice is to conduct market research and i
Plasma cleaner for transmission electron microscope holders line item ****: plasma cleaner to remove hydrocarbons from transmission electron microscope holders and bulk items quantity: one 1 technical specifications: function the system shall be capable of removing hydrocarbons and other contaminants using a radio frequency plasma using one or more process gases. the system shall have a graphical user interface that allows the user to select processing parameters. the graphical user interface shall control all functions of the system. capacity the system shall be able to accommodate two transmission electron microscope tem holders that are compatible with a thermo fisher talos f200x tem and a thermo fisher spectra 300 tem. the system shall be able to accommodate specimens, parts, or items other than a tem holder for plasma cleaning. process gasses: the system shall be able to accommodate at least three process gasses, including but not limited to argon, oxygen, and hydrogen. the system shall include mass flow
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This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research to identify potential sources for a plasma cleaner system and a vacuum pumping station for the NIST Precision Imaging Facility (PIF). The equipment is needed to clean hydrocarbons and other contaminants from transmission electron microscopy (TEM) holders and other bulk items. Interested parties should submit company information, product details, technical specifications, reseller status, performance capabilities, customization options, manufacturing origin, small business status, and any relevant services such as installation, training, and maintenance. Responses are due as soon as possible, preferably before the closing date. Registration in SAM. gov is required for award consideration. NIST is not committed to issuing a solicitation or awarding a contract based on this notice.
The bid notice mentions that respondents should describe the manufacturer warranty, including details regarding nature and duration, if available, as well as descriptions of available extended warranty.
The bid notice states that to be considered for award under any official solicitation, the entity must be registered and active in SAM at the time of solicitation response.
The bid notice indicates that companies should state whether they offer facility renovation services related to installation of the recommended equipment at its delivery destination, if required per the NIST identified minimum specifications, and provide a description of said services. It also asks to indicate if the company would be interested in inspecting the intended installation site during the market research phase.
Ion mill for transmission electron microscope specimens - Notice ID Number: NIST- SS26- 109 Title: Ion mill for transmission electron microscope specimens The purpose of this sources sought notice is to conduct market research and identify po
Ion Mill for Transmission Electron Microscope Specimens
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This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research to identify potential sources for an ion milling system to provide final thinning for transmission electron microscope specimens. The system is intended for the NIST Precision Imaging Facility and should support SEM, FIB, and TEM instruments. Essential requirements include a sputter coater for SEM, milling/polishing capabilities for TEM using ion beams, a stage to hold 3mm TEM grids, independently adjustable ion sources with adjustable energy and angle, a built-in microscope for imaging during milling, and an oil-free vacuum system controllable from the user interface. Responses should be submitted via email and include company name, address, contact information, UEI if registered in SAM, product details, technical specifications, reseller status, performance capabilities, customization options, manufacturing location, small business status, and any unmet specifications. Information on installation, training, maintenance, terms and conditions, warranty, facility renovation services, and pricing is also requested. Questions should be submitted via email at least 5 days prior to the response date. This notice is for market research only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract.
The notice states to submit the response as soon as possible, and preferably before the closing date and time of this notice.
The notice requests information on manufacturer warranty, including details regarding nature and duration, and descriptions of available extended warranty.
This notice is for market research purposes and should not be construed as a commitment by NIST to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract.
To be considered for award under any official solicitation, the entity must be registered and active in SAM at the time of solicitation response.
The notice asks to indicate if your company would be interested in inspecting the intended installation site during the market research phase.
Rebid: Pool Maintenance & WaterQuality Control Services- Term Contract
Pool maintenance and water quality control services
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This is a public tender notice from Louisiana State University (LSU) for Pool Maintenance and Water Quality Control Services. The bid is due on May 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM CT. Bids must be submitted electronically to ***@***. *. * contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Key requirements include daily chlorine and pH testing, monthly full chemical testing, vacuuming with scuba equipment by a CPO certified operator, and emergency call-out services. The supplier must also provide chemicals and chemical storage. The contract period is from the date of award until June 30, 2027, with potential for renewal. Suppliers must be established for at least three years in the pool management industry and have experience with collegiate or competitive pool environments. Criminal history checks for all personnel are required.
The bid must be received by LSU Procurement no later than May 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM CT.
The bid notice states that payment is to be made within 30 days after receipt of properly executed invoice, or delivery and acceptance, whichever is later.
The manufacturers standard published warranty and provisions shall apply, unless more stringent warranties are otherwise required by LSU and specified in the solicitation.
The bid notice states that it is the intent of the university to award all items on an all-or-none basis to the overall lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
The awarded supplier must have been established as a business in the pool management industry for a minimum of three 3 years. Experience shall include a collegiate or competitive pool environment of 600,000 gallons of water or more.
If LSU determines that supplier services have resulted in deficiencies/inaccuracies that caused job delays or supplier provides services without prior written approval by LSU Athletics, LSU Athletics has the right to deduct 10% from that specific job rate for the time of when the infraction occurred.
Supplier inquiries must be received in the procurement office no later than 4:30 pm CST four 4 business days prior to the opening of bids.
VACUUMPUMP UNIT - CONTACT INFORMATION 4 **** CFA **** ***@***. *. * ITEM UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION AND VALUATION ( JAN 2023) 19 HIGHER- LEVEL CONTRACT QUALITY REQUIREMENT ( NAVICP REVIEW FEB ****)( FEB ****) 1 See specifications Section
torpedos and components, inert torpedo inert components
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This is a solicitation for torpedoes and inert components. Key requirements include manufacturing, quality control, inspection, and packaging. The material must be mercury-free. The supplier must maintain an acceptable quality system in accordance with ISO **** is expected in June **** instructions are provided via Wide Area Workflow. A one-year warranty from the date of delivery is required.
The desired and required time of delivery is June ****.
The bid notice states that payment instructions are provided via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) and includes information about receiving reports and invoice material.
The bid notice states that there is a one-year warranty of supplies of a noncomplex nature, which is one year from the date of delivery.
The supplier shall provide and maintain a quality system acceptable to the government, in accordance with ISO **** currently using and maintaining inspection system requirements to MIL I **** are granted permission to utilize this if desired.
H261-- TRIENNIAL ELECTRICAL TESTING - Request for Quote ( RFQ) #: **** Triennial Switchgear and Battery Testing Certification for Eastern Colorado Healthcare System ( ECHCS). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accord
h261 equipment and materials testing electric wire and power distribution equipment equipment and materials testing: electric wire, and power and distribution equipment **** generator paralleling switchgear and control psg ato triennial testing, full maintenance, preventive maintenance, certification and repair services 1 ea **** automatic manual transfer switches ats mts triennial testing, full maintenance, preventive maintenance, certification and repair services 67 ea **** switchgear and switchboard assemblies triennial testing, full maintenance, preventive maintenance, certification and repair services 32 ea **** medium voltage vacuum circuit breakers triennial testing, full maintenance, preventive maintenance, certification and repair services 90 ea **** substation transformers dry type triennial testing, full maintenance, preventive maintenance, certification and repair services 31 ea **** transformers oil filled type triennial testing, full maintenance, preventive maintenance, certification and repair
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This is a combined synopsis solicitation for commercial products or services for triennial switchgear and battery testing certification for Eastern Colorado Healthcare System. The solicitation number is **** are requested via email to ***@***. *. * no later than 12:00 PM MT, April 28th, 2026. A site visit is highly recommended but not mandatory, scheduled for April 23rd, 2026, at 9:00 AM MT. The deadline for all questions is 4:00 PM MT, April 24th, 2026. The government anticipates awarding a firm fixed price contract. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is ****, with a business size standard of $11. 5 million. This solicitation is 100% set aside for Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). Quotes must be submitted in writing and shall not be hand-carried or faxed. The government reserves the right to make the award solely on initial quotes received. Offerors must ensure all portions of the offer reach the designated office before the deadline. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-nothing basis. Technical capability is the most important evaluation factor, followed by price, and then past performance. SDVOSB status must be verified in the SBA Small Business Certification database at the time of quote submission and award. Offerors are warned against contacting any VA personnel other than the contracting officer and contract specialist prior to award. Delivery and acceptance are to be F. O. B. destination at the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System.
The bid notice states that quotes are to be provided to ***@***. *. * no later than 12:00 PM MT, Apr 28th, 2026.
The bid notice states that the government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the government considering price and other factors. The following factors shall be used to evaluate quotations: Factor I. Technical capability or quality offered to meet the government requirement, Factor II. Price, Factor III. Past performance. Technical capability factor is more important than the price factor.
The bid notice states that if the acquisition is set aside for SDVOSBs VOSBS, their socioeconomic status must be verified and visible in the SBA Small Business Certification SBS: www. ***. *. * at the time of quote submission and award, or will be considered non responsive, and will not be considered for award.
The bid notice states that a site visit will be held for this requirement. The site visit is highly recommended, but not mandatory. When: 9:00 AM MT, Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 Where: **** N. Wheeling St. , Aurora, CO ****.
The bid notice states that the deadline for all questions is 4:00 PM MT, Apr 24th, 2026.
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