Multi-Channel 12 GHz Microwave Synthesizer
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Qualification Details
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 National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential and eligible business firms capable of providing a Multi-Channel 12 GHz Microwave Synthesizer. This is market research to determine acquisition methods and potential small business set-aside opportunities. Responses are due April 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
NIST seeks a low-phase noise microwave synthesizer capable of producing five independent signals up to 12 GHz, with specific phase stability and 0.001 Hz frequency resolution. The requirement is for one multi-channel 12 GHz microwave synthesizer. The attached "Requirements and Specifications" document details general needs, shipping, installation, warranty, training, and inspection/acceptance criteria. A separate "Detailed specification document" (not provided in this notice) contains further technical specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,000 employees)
- Product Service Code: 6640 - Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Response Due: April 16, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 8, 2026
- Place of Performance: Boulder, CO, United States
Set-Aside & Acquisition Strategy
This is not a request for quotation or proposal. The results will inform NIST's decision on the acquisition method, including whether to pursue a small business set-aside. NIST will consider all small business set-aside categories if at least two qualified small businesses are identified. Responses are sought from all responsible sources, including large and small businesses, particularly those manufacturing the product in the U.S.
Submission Requirements
Interested organizations should submit electronic capability statements, limited to four pages or less, to deionne.jones@nist.gov. Submissions must include:
- Name of the company providing the product.
- Name of the company manufacturing the product.
- Country of origin or manufacture.
- Spec/data sheets and examples demonstrating experience.
- Typical lead time for delivery.
- Any other relevant information for developing minimum specifications. Proprietary information should be marked. Company sales brochures or marketing packages will not be considered.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist: de Ionne Jones
- Email: deionne.jones@nist.gov