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Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Virtually Imaged Phase Arrays - SEE ATTACHED NOTICE OF INTENT FOR RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS AND PERTINENT DETAILS
Virtually Imaged Phased Arrays VIPA
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This is a notice of intent to procure Virtually Imaged Phased Arrays (VIPA) on a sole source basis with LightMachinery, Inc. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Material Measurements Lab requires these systems for research in semiconductor manufacturing process modeling and simulation, specifically for time-resolved frequency comb spectroscopy on gas-phase and plasma samples. The contractor shall deliver specific quantities of VIPAs with defined wavelength ranges and line width specifications. Interested firms are encouraged to respond by submitting documentation demonstrating how they can meet the minimum requirements and technical specifications. Responses must include company name, address, point of contact, teaming partners if applicable, and information on whether the supply is a commercial off-the-shelf item, modified commercial off-the-shelf item, or prototype. Proprietary information should not be provided. Questions must be submitted by March 26, 2026, 12:00 PM ET, and responses are due by March 30, 2026, 6:00 PM ET, via email to ***@***. *. * with a cc to ***@***. *. * and faxed questions/responses will not be accepted.
The notice does not explicitly state a delivery deadline, but it mentions fob destination delivery terms or equivalent incoterm such as ddp as part of the scope.
The notice mentions fob destination delivery terms or equivalent incoterm such as ddp which implies payment upon delivery, but specific payment terms are not detailed.
The scope of work states that the contractor shall deliver the VIPAs inclusive of warranty.
Interested firms are encouraged to respond to this notice by submitting documentation that clearly demonstrates how the minimum requirements and technical specifications will be met. Responses which merely repeat the minimum requirements, and technical specifications without providing demonstration of how the minimum requirements and technical specifications will be met, will not be considered or evaluated by the government. Responses can demonstrate their capabilities to meet the requirements and specifications described above by providing brochures, manuals, reports, demonstration videos, other technical data, and identification of current customers.
Questions for this notice must be submitted no later than ****, 12:00pm, et. Interested responses must be submitted no later than ****, 6:00pm, et.
J066-- Surgical Instrument Tracking System and Etching Service - Description This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products and commercial services prepared in accordance with the format Revolutionary FAR Overhaul ( RFO) in Federal Acquisition Regulation ( FAR) subpart ****, Streamlined Procedur
Surgical instrument tracking system and etching service **** unit and associated accessories1ea **** **** start up training1jb **** etching service1jb ****
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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a brand name or equal domestically produced fully functional laser marking system, including training and etching services, for the VA Connecticut Healthcare System. The procurement is a 100% set-aside for SDVOSB. The system must be capable of marking various instrument materials and be Censitrac compatible. The solicitation is issued as an RFQ, and quotes are requested. The system must include a computer, fume extractor, templates, safety glasses, and an electropolishing unit. The warranty starts on the date of setup, not delivery. Installation includes unpacking, connections, adjustments, and staff training. Scanners must be capable of reading a 2D data matrix.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a delivery deadline for the laser marking system and services.
The bid notice does not specify the payment terms.
The bid notice states that the warranty starts on the date of setup, not the date of delivery.
The bid notice does not explicitly state the award criterion.
The bid notice indicates that this is a 100% set-aside for SDVOSB and requires a brand name or equal domestically produced laser marking system with specific salient characteristics.
The bid notice does not mention any penalties.
The bid notice does not mention a site visit.
The bid notice does not mention sample submission.
The bid notice does not specify a challenge deadline.
This is a Bid Waiver Legal Notice from the University of Idaho, Contracts and Purchasing Services, regarding the procurement of an Oxford Instruments Plasmapro 80 ICP-RIE system. The university intends to waive competitive bid requirements because the awarded vendor is identified as the sole provider capable of meeting operational and technical requirements due to specific compatibility, regulatory, or programmatic needs. Any vendor wishing to challenge this sole source determination must file a challenge within five business days of the publication of this event by completing a questionnaire and submitting a justification for their challenge. The notice is published pursuant to Idaho Code ****, State Board of Education Policy V. I. 4, and University of Idaho Administrative Procedures Manual APM ****.
The bid notice specifies a requested delivery date of March 18, 2026, for the item. The notice states: 18 march 2026.
The bid notice indicates that the award is based on the vendor being the sole provider capable of meeting the university's operational and technical requirements. The notice states: he awarded vendor has been identified as the sole provider capable of meeting the universitysoperational and technical requirements.
The qualification criterion is that the vendor must be the sole provider capable of meeting the university's operational and technical requirements due to specific compatibility, regulatory, or programmatic needs. The notice states: The awarded vendor has been identified as the sole provider capable of meeting the universitysoperational and technical requirements. The director of contracts and purchasing services has determined that no other vendor can fulfill this procurement due to specific compatibility, regulatory, or programmatic needs.
The bid notice states that all challenges must be filed within five business days of the publication of this event. The notice states: all challenges must be filed within five 5 business days of the publication of this event.
Combined Notice of Intent to Sole Source /Sources Sought Notice Preventive Maintenance on Plasma- Therm Versaline - Please see attached for full details.
preventive maintenance services for plasmatherm versaline etching system CLIN **** PM service visit: 1. perform an annual preventive maintenance pm on the governments plasmatherm versaline icp plasma etching system in accordance with the oems current published maintenance procedures including but not limited to all required inspections, calibrations, adjustments, and part replacements specified therein. 2. the contractor shall provide the pm services on the following government owned tools: a. plasmatherm versaline icp pm2 serial number **** 3. the contractor shall supply everything that is required for the pm service, including but not limited to all parts, hardware, software, labor, and travel. all items installed into the system during the pm service shall be factory new. 4. at the pm service for each system, each system must operate according to oem standards or better. 5. within one week of each service visit, the contractor shall provide a report detailing all of the services that were performed. C
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This is a combined sources sought notice and notice of intent to sole source for preventive maintenance services for a plasmatherm versaline etching system. The notice seeks information from potential sources capable of providing these services. The government intends to issue a sole source award to Plasmatherm LLC if no alternate sources are identified. Respondents must provide specific information, including company details, equipment information, and service descriptions, preferably before the closing date. Questions should be submitted via email 5 days prior to the response date. The notice is for market research purposes and does not guarantee a contract award.
Primary S- Parameter Standards for Plasma Etching Record - PLEASE SEE ATTACHED AMENDMENT **** FOR THE GOVERNMENT RESPONSE TO SUBMITTED QUESTIONS PLEASE SEE ATTACHED COMBINED SYNOPSIS SOLICITATION FOR RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS AND PERTINENT DETAILS
primary sparameter standards for plasma etching **** mechanical drawings of din 716 offset shorts 7 **** din 716 offset shorts 7
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Quotations must be submitted electronically by 4:00 PM Eastern Time on 03/16/26. Questions must be submitted in writing by 03/11/26. The government will award a contract to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the government, price and other factors considered. Award shall be made to the responsible quoter whose quotation, conforming to the solicitation, is the lowest priced, technically acceptable quote.
The dates and places of delivery and acceptance are required in accordance with the attached statement of work document.
Confirmation of the quoters ability to meet any applicable installation, training, andor warranty requirements.
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, price and other factors considered.
Quoters/contractors must possess an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) when submitting a quotation and shall continue to be registered until time of award, during performance, and through final payment of any contract resulting from this solicitation.
Questions should be received no later than 03/11/26.
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