Development of the Particle Accelerator Lattice Standard (PALS) for the NP AI-Ready Accelerator Data (NARAD)
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- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Energy, through Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA), has issued a Sources Sought Notice/Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for the Development of the Particle Accelerator Lattice Standard (PALS) for the NP AI-Ready Accelerator Data (NARAD) requirement. This is market research, not a solicitation, and aims to gather information for a future competitive acquisition. Responses are due March 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
The objective is to develop the international Particle Accelerator Lattice Standard (PALS) and its extension for Machine Learning within the NARAD effort. Key tasks outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW) include:
- Building interlaboratory consensus for the PALS standard.
- Extending the PALS standard as new accelerator needs arise and ensuring uniformity.
- Conducting outreach and training for new standards implementation.
- Converting existing accelerator descriptions from BNL and JLAB machines.
- Developing interface software for PALS file compatibility with modeling tools and control systems.
- Interfacing PALS with digital twins for BNL and TJNAF accelerators.
- Defining interfaces between PALS and Machine Learning/AI applications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Acquisition: Competitive
- Anticipated NAICS: 611310 (Educational Services)
- Set-Aside: None specified for this RFI; BSA reserves the right to consider a small business set-aside for any subsequent acquisition.
- Response Due: March 25, 2026, 03:59 AM UTC
- Published: March 18, 2026
- Place of Performance: Upton, NY, United States
Submission Requirements
Interested respondents capable of providing the described services must submit a Statement of Capabilities (SOC) electronically. The SOC should demonstrate the ability to meet SOW requirements, avoiding mere reiteration or marketing material. Submissions must include:
- Company name, address, SAM Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number.
- Point of contact with email address and telephone number.
- Business size (large, small business, etc.) using NAICS 611310.
- Confirmation of SAM.gov registration and UEI.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Any costs incurred by respondents are strictly voluntary and will not be reimbursed by BSA.
Contact: Blake Clemmer (bclemmer@bnl.gov, 631-344-2762).