Environmental Test Chamber for Reliability Test

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

To procure an Environmental Test Chamber that will stress devices with repeated cycles of extreme hot and cold temperatures to simulate years of wear and tear, leading to structural and functional failures. This will aid in defect characterization and failure analysis for semiconductor packaging devices.

• Deliver one (1) Environmental Test Chamber.

• Include FOB Destination delivery, installation, warranty, and training.

• The system must meet all technical specifications outlined in the document.

• Performance tests and evaluations may be conducted by NIST to verify system performance.

• Warranty for a minimum of 12 months after receipt of equipment.

• Delivery: Not Later Than (NLT) 8 weeks after receipt of offer.

• Installation: Within four (4) weeks after delivery.

• Place of Performance: NIST, Gaithersburg, MD - Building 220.

• System Configuration: Benchtop compact chamber, refrigeration system with air-cooled condenser, heating and air delivery, dry air purge, 304 stainless steel interior, exterior dimensions not exceeding 1000 x 600 x 900 mm, minimum interior volume of 34 Liters, weight not exceeding 130kg, includes spare parts kit.

• Chamber: Accommodate at least one 200 mm wafer, cable port, viewing window with light monitor, vent port, at least one stainless steel wire rod shelf.

• Operation: Cool down to -65 °C or lower, heat to 175 °C or higher, thermal cycle capability, test samples with live load.

• Control System and Software: Include power supplies, process view software, ethernet communications, data logging, graphical trend charting, visual/audible notifications, and email alerts.

• Safety: High/low limit over/under temperature protection, control panel UL508A listed.

• Calibration: Vendor to provide certificate of calibration.

• Installation: Includes uncrating, unpacking, rigging, set-up, hook-up, demonstration, and trash removal.

• Training: For up to five users at NIST, covering system functions, maintenance, data administration, and troubleshooting.

• Payment: 100% after installation and acceptance, and after successful completion of testing requirements and demonstration.

• Miscellaneous: Contractor employees must comply with NIST safety, security (identification badge required), and vehicle registration requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment B - Clauses, Instructions to Offerors, and Evaluation Criteria," provides detailed instructions and criteria for potential offerors responding to a solicitation. It outlines how to submit questions, general guidelines for quotations, electronic submission procedures, and the format for quotes. It also details the evaluation factors the government will use to make an award.

• Inquiries: Instructions for submitting questions, including the deadline (May 7, 2026, 10:00 AM ET) and contact information for Jennifer Lohmeier.
• General: States the government's intent to award without discussions but reserves the right to request clarifications. Offerors must submit quotes that are complete and compliant.
• Electronic Submission: Quotes must be emailed to Jennifer.lohmeier@nist.gov by May 15, 2026, 10:00 AM ET. Offerors must be registered in SAM.
• Quote Format: Quotes must be submitted in two volumes: Volume I (Technical Quote) and Volume II (Price Quote). Specific page limits, formatting, and content requirements are detailed for each volume.
• Quote Content: Outlines what must be included in the Technical Quote (system specifications, warranty, delivery, assumptions) and the Price Quote (pricing, exceptions, commercial price list).
• Quote Evaluation: Award will be made to the technically acceptable offer at the lowest price. Evaluation factors include Technical Capability and Price. Faster delivery is viewed more favorably.
• Applicable Provisions and Clauses: Lists FAR and CAR provisions incorporated by reference and in full text, including those related to small business representations, Buy American, and contract terms.

This document is critical for bidders as it dictates the entire process for responding to the solicitation. It provides essential deadlines, submission requirements, formatting guidelines, and the criteria by which their offers will be evaluated. Failure to adhere to these instructions may result in a non-responsive or ineligible offer.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services, issued as a BRAND NAME ONLY Request for Quotation (RFQ). The government is procuring a Tenney Test Chamber (Model TJR-A-F4T).

• One line item: Tenney Test Chamber (Model TJR-A-F4T).

• Delivery is FOB Destination within two (2) months or less after receipt of order (ARO).

• A Firm-Fixed Price type Purchase Order is anticipated.

• Responsible offerors shall provide pricing for the specified line item.

• Further details on clauses, instructions to offerors, and evaluation criteria are provided in Attachment B.

• This procurement is set aside 100% for small business concerns.

• Solicitation Number: 1333ND26QNB030196.

• NAICS Code: 334513 (Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables) with a small business size standard of 750 Employees.

• PSC Code: 6685 (Pressure, Temperature, and Humidity Measuring and Controlling Instruments).

• Attachment A contains the Statement of Work (SOW).