This is a combined Sources Sought Notice and Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a Microchannel Plate Gate (MCP Gate) Module Upgrade for an existing Cameca LEAP **** X Si atom probe microscope at NIST Boulder Laboratories. The upgrade is intended to support the domestic semiconductor industry by improving measurement science in materials characterization using atom probe tomography. NIST is seeking information from sources capable of providing this solution, which must be compatible with their existing equipment. Responses should include company information, capabilities, authorization as a reseller (if applicable), suggestions for small business participation, NAICS code classification, and any existing federal supply schedule contracts. Questions regarding this notice should be submitted via email at least 5 days before the closing date and will be answered via an amendment. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract.
The bid notice does not specify a delivery deadline for the MCP Gate Module Upgrade.
The bid notice does not specify payment terms.
The bid notice states that the MCP gate module will be covered under warranty for at least one (1) year to include all parts (non-consumables), software, and labor.
The bid notice is for market research and does not specify an award criterion.
The bid notice requires companies to provide details about what they are capable of providing that meets or exceeds NIST's minimum requirements, and whether they are an authorized reseller of the product or service being cited, with evidence of such authorization.
The bid notice does not specify any penalties.
The bid notice does not mention a site visit.
The bid notice does not require sample submission.
The bid notice states that questions regarding this notice should be submitted so that they are received with 5 days of this posting.
The bid notice does not specify an estimated total value.