FabricationAperture
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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 SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, operated by Stanford University for the Department of Energy (DOE), is soliciting offers for Fabrication Aperture components. This opportunity seeks best and final offers for both price and lead-time for specific crystal components. While not a direct Federal procurement, certain Federal laws and regulations apply to SLAC's DOE-approved purchasing system. Quotes are due by close of business on May 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the fabrication and supply of six specific crystal components (DSG-000058281, DSG-000042186, DSG-000040394, DSG-000080017, DSG-000092295, DSG-000092471), each with a quantity of one. The requirement is for product only, with no on-site services permitted. Detailed engineering drawings (A1_Drawings_DXS_Crystals.pdf) specify critical technical requirements, including:
- Material: Single Crystal Silicon, Float Zone Grown, Zero Defect, Resistivity >10,000 ohm-cm.
- Orientation: As specified by tab number with a tolerance of ±0.03°.
- Surface Requirements: Lapping, polishing (Plasma method), and etching to achieve a surface finish of 1nm RMS, flatness <15 µm, and specific rocking curve FWHM.
- Clear Apertures: As defined in NOTE 6 of the drawings.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Agency: Department of Energy (DOE) / SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: AJ12 (General Science And Technology R&D Services; Applied Research)
- Response Due Date: May 14, 2026, COB
- Published Date: April 30, 2026
- Contract Type: Resulting purchase order will be Fixed Price.
- Payment Terms: NET-30 (no advance or prepayments).
- Freight Terms: FOB Destination Prepaid and Add. Foreign vendors ship CIP SLAC, Menlo Park, Duty Unpaid.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Technical evaluation criteria include the specified polishing method (Plasma), surface finish (1nm RMS), and clear apertures as defined in the drawings.
Key Requirements & Attachments
Bidders must review and complete the following attached documents:
- Buy American Act Certification (BAA): Required for items with a unit price over $15,000.
- Representations & Certifications Rider: Mandatory, valid for one year.
- SLAC Terms and Conditions: Confirmation of acceptance of the "FP Commercial Supplies-Services T&Cs (August 2023)" is required. This document outlines comprehensive contractual terms, financial terms, quality, warranty, and legal clauses.
- Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS Code): Must be included in proposals if applicable.
- SAM.gov Registration: All subcontractors are required to register in SAM.gov.
Submission & Contact
Quotes, including price and lead time, should be sent to marissat@SLAC.stanford.edu by the deadline. Bidders should also indicate any potential for additional discounts (e.g., Academic, ICPT, GSA) and provide a link to a published price list if available. Proprietary/confidential information must be clearly marked. Direct questions to Marissa Tanomrat at marissat@slac.stanford.edu.