Parametric Amplifier and Accessories
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- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
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Quick Summary
The Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory is soliciting proposals for a Parametric Amplifier and Accessories. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks specific high-performance cryogenic components for delivery to Lemont, IL. Proposals are due by June 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The opportunity requires the supply of a Raytheon BBN Fully Tested and Characterized JPA System Wide Bandwidth Josephson Junction Parametric Amplifier and a Non-magnetic Cryogenic DC Block, along with specified accessories. Key specifications for the amplifier include:
- Tunable Center Frequency: 5.0 – 7.0 GHz
- Gain: 20 dB minimum
- Instantaneous Bandwidth: 300 MHz
- Noise temperature: 295 mK @ 6.8 GHz
- Matched input: 50 Ohm
- Compact Aluminum cryo-package with 2.92mm K connectors
The Non-magnetic Cryogenic DC Block must be broadband, have high out-of-band rejection, low insertion loss, and cryogenic functionality (down to 10 mK), with a pass band of 0.2 to 18 GHz.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotation)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: June 5, 2026, by 4:00 PM CST
- Published: June 2, 2026
- Place of Performance: Lemont, IL
Evaluation
Award will be based on the Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology.
Additional Notes
Proposals must include:
- A fully executed copy of the ANL-70 Request for Quotation.
- A completed copy of the ANL-70A Reps & Certs. This document requires offerors to certify various representations, including general information, business organization, NAICS code, and compliance with FAR clauses (e.g., Covered Telecommunications Equipment, Buy American Act, Independent Price Determination).
- The country of origin for the quoted equipment.
Bidders must also review the ANL-71COM "Argonne Terms and Conditions For Commercial Goods and Services", which outlines standard contractual obligations, compliance requirements (including FAR/DEAR clauses, cybersecurity, and suspect/counterfeit parts), and operational expectations. Questions should be directed to the Contracting Officer, Laura Sanchez.