Opportunity
SAM #NB686100-26-01895
NIST Solicitation for Two Mechanical Cryocooler Systems (2.3K, Sumitomo-Compatible)
Buyer
DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST
Posted
July 10, 2026
Respond By
July 20, 2026
Identifier
NB686100-26-01895
NAICS
333415, 334516
NIST's Quantum Nanophotonics Group is seeking two advanced mechanical cryocooler systems for precision scientific applications. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) - Physical Measurement Laboratory, Applied Physics Division 686, Quantum Nanophotonics Group - Products/Services Requested: - Two (2) complete mechanical cryocooler systems - Each system must include: compressor, cold head, and flexible helium lines - Cooling capability: base temperature of 2.3K or lower - Minimum cooling power: 0.1W at 4.2K - Air-cooled compressor operating on 120VAC - Flexible helium lines: 6 to 15 feet in length - Must fit existing cryostats designed for Sumitomo RDK-101DL dimensions - Notable Requirements: - Systems must be compatible in size and mounting with Sumitomo RDK-101DL - Delivery, installation, and training required within 20 weeks after order - Firm fixed price, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, but compatibility with Sumitomo RDK-101DL is required, indicating Sumitomo as a key OEM reference.
Description
See the attached Combined Synopsis/Soliciation RFQ and the Requirements and Specifications document.