Opportunity
SAM #1333ND26QNB680405
NIST Solicitation for High-Performance Vector Network Analyzer
Buyer
DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST
Posted
July 27, 2026
Respond By
August 10, 2026
Identifier
1333ND26QNB680405
NAICS
334515
NIST's Nanoscale Device Characterization Division is procuring a high-performance Vector Network Analyzer for advanced quantum research applications. - Government Buyer: - National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Nanoscale Device Characterization Division, NIST Contracting Office - Products/Services Requested: - Vector Network Analyzer (1 unit) - Key technical requirements: - 2 or more test ports - 3.5 mm/2.92 mm/2.4 mm connectors - Frequency range: 10 kHz to 26 GHz or wider - Initial calibration accuracy: 5x10^-8 or better - Aging per year: 1x10^-7 or better - Frequency resolution: 1 Hz or better - 100,001 or more measurement points - Transmission measurement uncertainty: 0.1 dB or better, 0.7 degrees or better - Reflection measurement uncertainty: 0.15 dB or better, 1.0 degrees or better - Dynamic range: 135 dB or greater - Power range: -30 dBm to +10 dBm - Output power accuracy at -10 dBm: 3 dB or better - Power resolution: 0.01 dB - Input noise floor: -130 dBm or better - Front panel and screen for stand-alone use - USB and/or ethernet connection - 10 MHz clock in/out - Python and Windows 11 compatibility - Flexible precision cables (2) - Automatic electronic calibration unit - Shipping (1 unit) - Other transportation-related expenses (1 unit) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be new and delivered FOB Destination to NIST in Gaithersburg, MD - Strict technical performance criteria for quantum research - Delivery required within 10 weeks after order - Minimum one-year warranty - Payment upon installation and acceptance - No specific OEMs or part numbers are named, but leading manufacturers of high-end vector network analyzers are likely to compete.
Description
See document 1333ND26QNB680405 for solicitation details.