SAM #NB688000-26-01695

NIST Seeks Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer for Boulder Research Facility

NIST's Precision Photonic Synthesis Group is seeking a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer to support research in ultrastable microwave signals at its Boulder, Colorado facility. - Government Buyer: - National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), PML/Time and Frequency/Precision Photonic Synthesis Group - Acquisition managed by NIST's Acquisition Management Division - Products/Services Requested: - Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (1 unit) - Frequency range: at least 10 kHz to 26.5 GHz - 50 ohm input impedance; N-type, SMA, or 3.5 mm input connector - Minimum 1 Hz resolution and video bandwidth - Real-time spectrum analysis bandwidth: at least 80 MHz - CW input power: at least 25 dBm - External 10 MHz reference input - USB or GPIB communication interface - Self-contained display and operation - Displayed average noise level: -143 dBm/Hz or lower - Delivery, installation, and training (to be completed within 12 weeks of order) - Vendor on-site support (representative may need to be present for more than three days; US citizen required on-site, foreign nationals require 30-day preregistration) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict technical specifications for analyzer performance - On-site presence and citizenship requirements for vendor personnel - Delivery, installation, and training must be completed within 12 weeks after order - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; NIST is seeking information from all potential sources - Place of performance: NIST Boulder, Colorado facility

Description

Project Title: Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer

Notice ID: NB688000-26-01695

NAICS Code: 334515 - Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION.

It is a market research tool being used to determine potential and eligible business firms that can provide the product described herein prior to determining the method of acquisition.

The National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) seeks information on vendors that can provide  a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer.

This announcement is not a Request for Proposals or Quotes (RFP/RFQ) and does not commit the Government to award a contract now or in the future. The information contained in this notice is DRAFT only and, as such, is subject to change prior to the issuance of a solicitation. No solicitation is available currently. Additionally, the Government is not obligated to and will not pay for any information received from potential sources because of this Sources Sought announcement. The results of this Sources Sought will be utilized to determine if any Small Business Set-aside opportunities exist. All Small Business Set-aside categories will be considered. In addition, this market research tool is being used to identify potential and eligible firms, of all sizes, who manufacture the Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer in the U.S. prior to determining the method of acquisition and issuance of a solicitation.

After the results of this market research are obtained and analyzed, NIST may conduct a competitive or non-competitive procurement on the System for Award Management (sam.gov) and subsequently award a contract. If at least two qualified small businesses are identified during this market research stage that can fulfill the requirement, in accordance with the Specifications, then this acquisition shall be solicited as a small business set aside, however, NIST is seeking responses from ALL responsible sources, including large and small businesses. Responses should include the country where the product is manufactured.

This requirement is assigned a NAICS code of 334515 - Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals, with a small business size standard of 750 employees.

Interested business organizations that believe they can meet the requirements should submit electronic copies of their capability statement. Please limit responses to four (4) pages or less. Responses should include the following information:

Name of the company that will provide the product(s). Name of the company that will manufacture the product. County of origin or manufacture of the product. Spec/data sheets and examples of products that meet the specifications that demonstrate experience in meeting the requirements of this procurement. Typical lead time to deliver the product after receipt of order Any other relevant information that is not listed above that the Government should consider in developing its minimum specifications and finalizing its market research.

(Company sales brochures or marketing packages will not be considered.)

Any proprietary information should be so marked. The written capability statement should be received by the Contract Specialist, de Ionne Jones, via email at deionne.jones@nist.gov no later than the date and time posted in this notice. No quotes will be accepted at this time and will not be considered.

REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW:

See the attached Requirements and Specifications document.

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