Vacuum Science Biddings - Procurement Opportunities

This is a sources sought notice for planning purposes only, not a request for proposal or quotation. NIST is seeking information from vendors about their capabilities to provide specific equipment and materials for a facility. The notice details the required specifications for the equipment, including sealing materials, pressure ranges, temperature capabilities, gas ports, mass flow controllers, vapor capabilities, sample columns, vacuum pumps, mass spectrometers, IR-based water sensors, and other features. Interested parties must submit a written response describing their capabilities, previous experience, and whether the item is offered via GSA or GWAC contracts. Responses are limited to 12 pages in MS Word format. NIST anticipates issuing a request for quotation in the third quarter of FY2025 and awarding a contract in the fourth quarter of FY2025. The response deadline is specified in the notice.

This is a market survey notice for a turbo pump. NIST requires a Pfeiffer Vacuum HiPace **** turbo pump to replace a broken one. Interested firms should submit documentation demonstrating how they meet the minimum requirements and technical specifications. Responses must include company name, address, point of contact, teaming partners (if applicable), and any additional pertinent information. Responses must be submitted by 4:00 PM ET on April 25, 2025. The government will not pay for information or administrative costs incurred in the response to this notice. Questions must be submitted by 4:00 PM ET on April 22, 2025.

Quotes are received via email until 12:00 PM EST on Wednesday, April 23, 2023. Bidders must execute and sign the quote prior to submittal, otherwise it will be invalid. Late quotes are not acceptable. The Wake County Public School System reserves the right to determine if bidders' functional equivalents are acceptable. Quotes submitted without proper documentation will not be considered. Product will ship FOB to Wake County Public Schools central receiving. The system reserves the right to award line by line or to the overall lowest bidder. Shipping charges must be included in the pricing for the quote to be valid. Additional information regarding ethics policy, standards of conduct, conflict of interest, nepotism, gift prohibition, terms and conditions, definitions, execution, order of precedence, time for consideration, specifications, information and descriptive literature, recycling and source reduction, clarifications/interpretations, acceptance and rejection, references, award of contract, historically underutilized businesses, confidential information, samples, award procedures, reciprocal preference, default and performance bond, governmental restrictions, taxes, situs, governing laws, inspection at contractor's site, payment terms, condition and packaging, standards, patent, assignment, cancellation, quantities, price adjustments, invoices, Lunsford Act criminal background checks, compliance with everify, compliance with affordable care act, restricted companies list, business authorization, insurance requirements, and other relevant information are included in the notice.

This is a market research notice for procuring a camera for vacuum and extreme ultraviolet light. NIST is seeking information from potential sources capable of providing a solution meeting specific vacuum, electronics, documentation, and software requirements. Respondents must provide detailed information about their equipment, including manufacturer, model number, technical specifications, performance capabilities, customization options, and any limitations. They must also indicate their status as a small business or other than small business, and describe services such as installation, training, and maintenance. The notice also requests information on facility renovation services, published prices, and any existing federal supply schedule contracts. Respondents should also identify any customers in the public or private sectors to which they have provided similar equipment. The notice is not a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract.