SAM #1333ND26QNB680374

NIST Solicitation for 4K Recirculating Cryostat with Optical and Microwave Access

NIST's Nanoscale Device Characterization Division is seeking a 4K recirculating cryostat with optical and microwave access to support quantum networking research at its Gaithersburg, MD campus. - Government Buyer: - National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Nanoscale Device Characterization Division - Products/Services Requested: - 4K recirculating cryostat with optical and microwave access (quantity: 1) - Must meet detailed technical specifications: - Recirculating cryogens, base temperature ≤4.2 K, cooling power ≥100 mW at 5 K - Temperature control from base to room temperature - Integrated vacuum pump and gauge, air-cooled compressor - Software-controllable temperature controller, multiple temperature sensors - Vibrational stability ≤10 nm, sample space ≥50 mm diameter - 5 optical access ports with fused silica windows - Electrical connections and feedthroughs, sample mount with integrated DC and AC inputs - Three axis nanopositioner (5 mm travel, 25 nm resolution) - Python compatible control interface, Windows 11 compatibility - Installation service (quantity: 1) - Includes uncrating, rigging, setup, hookup, demonstration of specifications, and removal of trash - Shipping and handling (quantity: 1) - Other transportation related charges for US delivery (quantity: 1, not-to-exceed amount) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must be delivered within 6 months after order - Installation must be completed within 7 days of delivery - Minimum 1-year warranty required - Technical capability documentation required to demonstrate compliance - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - The cryostat is critical for characterizing quantum memory nodes in quantum networking research

Description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has a requirement at its Gaithersburg, MD campus for a 4K recirculating cryostat with optical access and microwave access. Please see attached Solicitation# 1333ND26QNB680374 and related attachments 1 (Statement of Work) , and 2 (Applicable Provisions and Clauses) for full details.

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