Automated 2D Heterostructure Transfer System –Notice of Intent to Sole Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Physical Measurements Lab (PML), Quantum Nanoelectronics Group, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for an Automated 2D Material Transfer System. NIST intends to award this to HQ Graphene Systems B.V., citing unique capabilities required for critical quantum device fabrication. This is not a request for quotation, and no solicitation will be issued. However, any sources believing they can meet NIST's minimum requirements are encouraged to respond by June 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
NIST requires an Automated 2D Material Transfer System for transferring and stacking 2D van der Waals crystals to create quantum devices. This system is essential for mission-critical experiments in physics, metrology, quantum information science, and electrical standards dissemination. Key requirements include precise motion control, operation within a glove box for air-sensitive crystals, full motorized controls, highest manipulation resolution, and a needle control for nanowire manipulation.
Justification for Sole Source
Market research conducted from February to May 2026, including searches on Google, GSA, and small business dynamic search, indicated that only HQ Graphene Systems B.V. meets NIST's critical technical specifications. These include:
- Motorized mask tilt
- Sample XY travel ranges up to 50mm
- Ability for the stamp to rotate
- Temperature control with 0.1 °C stability and 0.1–1 °C/s rate
- Integrated needle manipulator
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Published: May 27, 2026
- Place of Performance: Gaithersburg, MD, United States
Response Requirements
Sources capable of meeting or exceeding NIST's minimum requirements must respond by the due date, providing:
- Company Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) from SAM.gov
- Detailed capabilities that meet or exceed NIST's requirements
- Evidence of authorization if an authorized re-seller of the product or service
Contact Information
- Primary: Tracy Retterer (Tracy.retterer@nist.gov)
- Secondary: Forest Crumpler (forest.crumpler@nist.gov)