Lock-In Amplifier

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the applicable provisions and clauses for a solicitation. It incorporates by reference numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific clauses and provisions. Bidders are responsible for understanding and complying with these incorporated terms.

This document primarily details regulatory and contractual requirements rather than specific technical deliverables. Key areas covered by the incorporated provisions and clauses include:

• Offeror Representations and Certifications: Including those related to System for Award Management (SAM), prohibition on contracting with inverted domestic corporations, and representations regarding delinquent tax liability or felony convictions.
• Commercial Products and Services: Provisions like FAR 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and FAR 52.212-4 (Terms and Conditions) are incorporated, outlining standard commercial item contract terms.
• Country of Origin and Trade Compliance: Provisions such as FAR 52.225-3 (Buy American-Free Trade Agreements–Israeli Trade Act) and FAR 52.225-18 (Place of Manufacture) require specific certifications regarding the origin of end products.
• Security and Prohibitions: FAR 52.240-90 (Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications) addresses restrictions related to covered telecommunications equipment, FASCSA orders, Sudan, and Iran.
• Contract Administration: Clauses cover aspects like inspection/acceptance, payment, disputes, termination (for convenience and cause), and warranty.

Specific contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not detailed in this document, as it focuses on the regulatory framework.

• FAR 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors--Commercial Products and Commercial Services) is incorporated by reference and will contain specific submission instructions.
• FAR 52.225-4 (Buy American—Free Trade Agreements—Israeli Trade Act Certificate) requires offerors to certify the country of origin for supplies.
• FAR 52.225-18 (Place of Manufacture) requires offerors to indicate the predominant place of manufacture for statistical purposes.
• FAR 52.240-90 (Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications) requires offerors to represent their compliance with various security-related prohibitions and exclusions.

Several provisions relate to small business utilization (e.g., FAR 52.219-8, FAR 52.219-28), indicating potential small business considerations.

• Many provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference with a "DEVIATION JAN 2026," indicating recent updates or deviations.
• Full text for referenced provisions and clauses can be accessed at acquisition.gov and ecfr.gov.
• Specific clauses like CAR 1352.233-70 and CAR 1352.233-71 provide details on agency and GAO/Court of Federal Claims protest procedures.
• NIST Local Clause 53 addresses contract performance during changes in NIST operating status, requiring contractors to check campus status daily.
• Billing instructions require electronic submission via email to INVOICE@NIST.GOV and submission through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

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

To acquire a lock-in amplifier and an arbitrary waveform generator to create and demodulate signals for a laser Doppler vibrometer measurement setup. This system will enable the measurement of electrical responses associated with surface vibrations in acoustic filter devices, crucial for predicting filter performance in mobile communications.

• Procure one (1) lock-in amplifier capable of analyzing signals up to 600 MHz, with at least two channels, demodulating at least 8 harmonic signals, 50 Ohm input impedance, at least 100 mV output, and 14 bits D/A conversion.

• Procure one (1) arbitrary waveform generator with at least 2.4 GSa/s, at least four channels, at least 250 MHz bandwidth, and at least 5 volt output.

• Deliverables include the lock-in amplifier, arbitrary waveform generator, and associated transportation fees and costs.

• The NIST TPOC will review deliverables and respond with acceptance or request for revision within 30 days/weeks of receipt.

• The Government reserves the right to perform performance tests and evaluations to verify system performance.

• A visual inspection for surface defects or transport damage will be performed.

• The Government may reject equipment due to defects or nonconformance at any time prior to acceptance.

• The contractor shall warranty the entire system for a minimum of 1 year post-acceptance, including full performance to manufacturer specifications and shipping costs for repair.

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

  • Factory Acceptance: 10 weeks ARO
  • System Delivery: 12 weeks ARO
  • Inspection and Testing: 12 weeks post-delivery

• Place of Performance: NIST Boulder - 325 Broadway, Boulder CO 80305. Delivery to Building 1.

• Cybersecurity and privacy protection consistent with federal laws and standards (FISMA, OMB Circular A-130, FIPS Publication 200) are required. This includes a system security plan, secure configuration baselines, restricted access to sensitive personally identifiable information (SPII), background investigations for personnel with SPII access, vulnerability scanning, auditing, incident response, and encryption of SPII in transit (TLS 1.2+) and at rest (FIPS 140-2/140-3 validated).

• Delivery Terms: F.O.B Destination (or equivalent, e.g., DDP). Contractor is responsible for packing, marking, delivery, and any loss or damage prior to receipt and acceptance at the specified delivery point.

• Ownership transfers to NIST upon acceptance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under FAR Part 12. The government is seeking quotations for specific laboratory instruments and related fees.

• CLIN 0001: Lock-In Amplifier (QTY 1, Each)
• CLIN 0002: Arbitrary Waveform Generator (QTY 1, Each)
• CLIN 0003: Transportation fees and other related costs at time of delivery (QTY 1)

Detailed requirements are provided in the attached Statement of Work (Attachment #1).

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

• Award Basis: Lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror.

• Submission Deadline: May 5, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST.

• Submission Method: Electronic quotations via email to elizabeth.timberlake@nist.gov and forest.crumpler@nist.gov. Reference the RFQ number in the subject line.

• Quotation Structure: Must be divided into three distinct volumes:

  • Volume I: Technical Quotation (demonstrating capability, meeting SOW requirements with citations, manufacturer authorization if applicable).
  • Volume II: Price Quotation (firm-fixed-price for each CLIN, including shipping and tariffs, valid for 90 days).
  • Volume III: Terms and Conditions (completing required information and stating any exceptions).

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror meeting all technical specifications and proposing the lowest price.

• Inquiries: Written questions must be submitted to elizabeth.timberlake@nist.gov and forest.crumpler@nist.gov no later than 2 calendar days after solicitation issuance.

• NAICS Code: 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing.

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees.

• Offerors must possess an ACTIVE registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at the time of quotation submission and through award/performance.

• Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the RFO, supplemented by Department of Commerce Acquisition Policy.

• No prototypes, demonstrations, used, or refurbished instruments will be considered.

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