Primary S-Parameter Standards for Plasma Etching Record
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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 National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Commerce, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for Primary S-Parameter Standards for Plasma Etching Record. This opportunity seeks to procure mechanical drawings and physical units of DIN 7/16 Offset Shorts. Quotations are due by March 16, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
NIST requires the provision of:
- CLIN 0001: Mechanical Drawings of DIN 7/16 Offset Shorts (7 units)
- CLIN 0002: Physical DIN 7/16 Offset Shorts (7 units) Detailed requirements are outlined in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). The place of performance and acceptance is Gaithersburg, MD.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order (PO).
- Set-Aside: None Specified (NAICS 334516, Small Business Size Standard 1,000 employees).
- Quotation Due: March 16, 2026, 4:00 PM ET.
- Inquiries Due: March 11, 2026.
- Published: March 9, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable quote without discussions, based on initial submissions. Technical capability will be assessed against SOW requirements, and prices will be evaluated for reasonableness. Quotations must include:
- Volume I: Technical Quotation (description, product literature, country of origin, manufacturer authorization, delivery, installation, training, warranty).
- Volume II: Price Quotation (solicitation number, POC, UEI, firm fixed price per line item, total price, shipping, discounts).
- Volume III: Terms and Conditions (completion of required info, exceptions). Offerors must have an ACTIVE SAM.gov registration and complete required provisions like the Buy American Certificate (FAR 52.225-2). Submissions via email to ranae.armstrong@nist.gov and donald.collie@nist.gov.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates various FAR and CAR provisions by reference, including FAR 52.212-4 (Terms and Conditions – Commercial Products and Commercial Services). Bidders are responsible for understanding all incorporated clauses.