Ghz Motorized Positioners

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document, titled "Attachment 2 - Clauses," contains various solicitation provisions and contract clauses that are incorporated by reference. It also provides the full text for some key clauses, such as FAR 52.212-4 "Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services" and NIST local clauses related to performance during changes in operating status and electronic billing.

• Incorporated Provisions and Clauses: Lists numerous FAR and NIST clauses, many with "DEVIATION JAN 2026" indicating recent updates. Key clauses include those related to System for Award Management (SAM), Whistleblower Rights, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales, Trade Agreements, and various prohibitions (e.g., on contracting with inverted domestic corporations, or related to security prohibitions).
• Full Text Clauses: Provides the complete text for FAR 52.212-4 (Terms and Conditions for Commercial Items), covering definitions, inspection, acceptance, changes, disputes, payment, termination, warranty, and compliance with laws. It also includes NIST local clauses for electronic billing (INVOICE@NIST.GOV) and the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).
• Representations and Certifications: Includes provisions requiring offerors to represent their place of manufacture, certify compliance with Trade Agreements, and provide representations regarding security prohibitions and exclusions (e.g., related to Sudan and Iran).

This document is critical for bidders as it outlines the legal and contractual terms that will govern any resulting contract. Bidders must review all incorporated provisions and clauses to understand their obligations, including submission requirements, compliance mandates, and potential restrictions. Pay close attention to clauses with "DEVIATION JAN 2026" as they represent recent changes. The full text of FAR 52.212-4 is essential for understanding standard commercial item contract terms. Bidders must also ensure they can comply with or provide required representations and certifications related to trade, security, and business operations.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To provide two motorized linear translation stages for wafer probing systems used in characterizing high-frequency microelectronic devices under the CHIPS Act program at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Boulder, CO.

• Provide one motorized horizontal linear translation stage with specific technical specifications.
• Provide one motorized vertical linear translation stage with specific technical requirements.
• All items must be new, in original manufacturer's packaging, and include all original documentation and software.

Horizontal Linear Translation Stage (Line Item 0001):

• 75 mm travel or greater
• 20 nm or smaller minimum incremental movement
• Linear motor drive, crossed-roller bearings
• Mountable with moving platform horizontal
• Max centered load of 100 N or greater
• Integrated optical encoder, optical index mark
• Dimensions not exceeding 160 x 160 x 35 mm (excluding cables)
• Powered by common DC power supply (12, 24, or 48V)
• Compatible controller with USB connection to PC

Vertical Linear Translation Stage (Line Item 0002):

• 20 mm travel or greater

• 20 nm or smaller minimum incremental movement

• Linear motor drive, crossed-roller bearings

• Mountable with moving platform vertical

• Integrated passive counterbalance for loads up to 15 N or greater

• Integrated optical encoder, optical index mark

• Dimensions not exceeding 200 x 120 x 40 mm (excluding cables)

• Powered by common DC power supply (12, 24, or 48V)

• Compatible controller with USB connection to PC

• Period of Performance: Approximately 12 weeks ARO (After Receipt of Order).

• Place of Performance: NIST Boulder, Building 81-1E121, 325 Broadway, Boulder, Colorado, 80305.

• Warranty: Minimum of 3 years after receipt of equipment.

• Payment: 100% upon receipt of a proper invoice after successful installation, acceptance, and demonstration of performance according to specifications.

• Cybersecurity: Solution must meet NIST's cybersecurity and privacy requirements, including a system security plan, secure configuration management, access controls, vulnerability scanning, auditing, incident response, and FIPS 140-2/140-3 validated encryption for SPII.

• Inspection & Acceptance: NIST reserves the right to perform performance tests and visual inspections. Acceptance testing will occur within 30 days of receipt. Ownership transfers upon acceptance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ) for commercial products or services, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. The government is seeking firm-fixed-price quotations for GHz Motorized Positioners as detailed in Attachment #1 (Statement of Work/Requirements Document and Drawings).

• GHz Motorized Positioners (CLIN 0001)

• Requirements are detailed in the attached Statement of Work (Attachment #1).

• Delivery and acceptance dates, and FOB point, are specified in the Statement of Work.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price purchase order (PO).

• Acquisition is being solicited as unrestricted.

• Submission Deadline: Electronic quotations must be received by 5:00 PM Eastern Time on February 20, 2026.

• Submission Method: Email to Cielo.ibarra@nist.gov and forest.crumpler@nist.gov. Reference the RFQ number in the subject line.

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

  • Volume I: Technical Quotation (addressing technical approach, capability, and demonstrated authority; must cite SOW paragraphs and provide evidence of meeting requirements).
  • Volume II: Price Quotation (firm-fixed-price for each CLIN, including shipping; valid for 90 days).
  • Volume III: Terms and Conditions (complete required information from Attachment #2).

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror proposing the lowest price that also meets all required technical specifications. Award will be based on the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer.

• Questions: Submit written questions to Cielo.ibarra@nist.gov and Forest.Crumpler@nist.gov no later than 2 calendar days after solicitation issuance.

• NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing)

• Size Standard: 1,000 Employees

• Registration: Offerors must have an ACTIVE registration in SAM.gov at the time of quotation submission, award, performance, and final payment.

• This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through the RFO and supplemented by Department of Commerce Acquisition Policy.

• Attachments referenced: Attachment #1 (SOW/Requirements), Attachment #2 (Provisions and Clauses).

• The government may award without discussions based on initial quotes.