2 Fast CMOS Cameras

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 12. The acquisition is being conducted as full and open competition. The government is procuring Scientific CMOS Cameras and associated transportation charges.

• CLIN 0001: Scientific CMOS Camera (Quantity: 2, Unit: Each)

• CLIN 0002: Other transportation related charges at time of delivery (Quantity: 1, Unit: NTE)

• Detailed requirements are specified in the attached Statement of Work (Attachment #1).

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price purchase order.

• Evaluation Basis: Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror.

• Quotation Due Date: May 27, 2026, by 12:00 PM Eastern Time.

• Submission Method: Electronic quotations via email to Elizabeth.timberlake@nist.gov and Donald.collie@nist.gov. Reference RFQ number 1333ND26QNB030019 in the subject line.

• Pre-Quote Inquiries: Submit written questions to Elizabeth Timberlake and Donald Collie no later than 4 calendar days after solicitation issuance.

• Quotation Preparation: Must be clearly written, neat, indexed (or have a Table of Contents), and logically assembled. Quotations must be divided into three distinct volumes:

  • Volume I – Technical Quotation (demonstrate technical capability, cite SOW paragraphs, include manufacturer authorization if applicable).
  • Volume II – Price Quotation (firm-fixed-price for each CLIN, include all shipping costs and tariffs, identify foreign-manufactured product charges separately, remain valid for 90 days).
  • Volume III – Terms and Conditions (complete required information from attachments).

• Evaluation Criteria:

  • Technical Capability: Must meet or exceed all minimum requirements specified in the SOW. No prototypes, demonstrations, or used/refurbished instruments will be considered.
  • Price: Proposed prices will be evaluated for reasonableness and compatibility with technical requirements.

• NAICS Code: #334513 - Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables.

• Small Business Size Standard: 750 employees.

• Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the RFO.

• Attachments referenced: Attachment #1 (Statement of Work/Requirements Document), Attachment #2 (Applicable Provisions and Clauses).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To procure two scientific complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) cameras for high-sensitivity and high-speed absorption tomographic measurements across the ultraviolet to visible spectral region for the MML/646 lab.

• Procure two (2) scientific CMOS cameras.

• Cameras must be suitable for absorption tomography.

• Cameras must operate in the ultraviolet to visible spectral region.

• Cameras must have high quantum efficiency and low noise in the specified spectral region.

• Cameras must have high frame rates and a global shutter due to dynamic flow systems.

• All items must be new; used, remanufactured, experimental, prototype, or custom items are not acceptable.

• "Gray market" components are not acceptable.

• Items shall be shipped in original manufacturer's packaging with all original documentation and software.

• Sensor Type: Back-illuminated, scientific CMOS

• Sensor Size: >= 14 mm x 14 mm

• Sensor Diagonal Size: >= 11 mm

• Pixel Format: >= 2500 x 2500 pixels

• Pixel Dimensions: <= 10 microns x 10 microns (square)

• Quantum Efficiency (at 300K): >= 25% at 200 nm, >= 50% at 300 nm, >= 50% at 400 nm, >= 70% at 500 nm, >= 60% at 600 nm, >= 40% at 700 nm

• Digitization: >= 16 bits

• Frame Readout Rate (full frame, 16 bits): >= 50 frames per second

• Frame Readout Rate (full frame, 12 bits): >= 100 frames per second

• Shutter Architecture: Global shutter

• Full Well Capacity: >= 7,000 electrons

• Sensor Readout Noise: <= 2 electrons (RMS)

• Dark Current (at 10°C): <= 0.2 electrons/pixel/second

• Minimum Operating Temperature: <= -10°C

• Optical Mount: C-mount

• Necessary accessories for frame readout rate and minimum operating temperature (e.g., frame grabber, cables, refrigerated chiller, hoses) must be included.

• System Delivery: Within 12 weeks ARO (After Receipt of Order).

• Place of Performance (Work): Contractor's facility.

• Delivery Location: National Institute of Standards and Technology, Shipping and Receiving, 100 Bureau Drive, Building 301, Gaithersburg, MD 20899, TPOC, 221/A320.

• Delivery Terms: F.O.B Destination.

• Inspection & Acceptance: Government reserves the right to perform performance tests and evaluations. NIST may choose to forego acceptance testing at its discretion. Visual inspection for surface defects or transport damage will be performed.

• Warranty: Minimum of twelve (12) months, including parts and labor, commencing upon acceptance.

• Payment Schedule: Upon receipt of proper invoice, with 100% after installation and acceptance, after successful completion of testing, and after successful demonstration.

• Cybersecurity Privacy Requirements: Solution must provide security and privacy protection consistent with applicable federal laws and standards (e.g., FISMA, OMB Circular A-130, FIPS Publication 200). Specific controls related to system security plans, IT management, access controls, multifactor authentication, vulnerability scanning, auditing, incident response, and encryption (TLS 1.2+, FIPS 140-2/140-3 validated) are detailed.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document incorporates by reference numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions and clauses, along with some National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) local clauses. It outlines standard terms and conditions that will apply to contracts resulting from this solicitation. Key provisions address contractor responsibilities, compliance, and reporting.

• FAR Clauses Incorporated by Reference: A comprehensive list of FAR clauses is provided, covering areas such as contractor employee whistleblower rights, System for Award Management (SAM) registration, executive compensation reporting, prohibition on contracting with inverted domestic corporations, small business utilization, child labor, combating trafficking in persons, equal opportunity, Buy American Act, drug-free workplace, and payment by electronic funds transfer.

• FAR Clauses Incorporated by Full Text: FAR 52.212-4 (Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services) is included in full text, detailing definitions, inspection/acceptance, assignment, changes, disputes, excusable delays, invoicing, patent indemnity, payment terms, risk of loss, taxes, termination for convenience and cause, title, warranty, limitation of liability, compliance with unique government contract laws, order of precedence, unauthorized obligations, and Comptroller General examination of records.

• Specific Provisions: Includes provisions related to Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Israeli Trade Act, Place of Manufacture, and Security Prohibitions and Exclusions (covering telecommunications equipment, Sudan, and Iran).

• NIST Local Clauses: Specific NIST clauses cover agency protests, GAO and Court of Federal Claims protests, place of acceptance, contractor performance during changes in NIST operating status, electronic billing instructions, and invoicing processing platform requirements.

• Deviations: Many provisions and clauses incorporate deviations effective January 2026, indicating updated regulatory requirements.

• Place of Acceptance: Specified as National Institute of Standards and Technology, 100 Bureau Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20899.

• SAM Registration: Clauses like 52.204-7 and 52.232-33 emphasize the importance of SAM registration for contract performance and payment.

• Invoicing: Specific instructions for electronic invoice submission via email to INVOICE@NIST.GOV or through the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) are provided.

• Several clauses relate to small business concerns (e.g., 52.219-8, 52.219-28) and utilization of small business concerns.

• Offerors are cautioned that some provisions may require completion and submission with their offer.

• Full text of referenced provisions/clauses is available upon request or electronically via provided links.