Source Sought Notice for Lock-In Amplifier
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 and Technology (NIST) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for a Lock-In Amplifier and an Arbitrary Waveform Generator. These devices are required for a laser doppler vibrometer measurement setup in Boulder, CO. Responses are due by March 23, 2026.
Purpose & Background
NIST requires these instruments to create and demodulate signals for measuring electrical responses associated with surface vibrations in acoustic filter devices. The lock-in amplifier will perform phase-sensitive detection, while the arbitrary waveform generator will produce electrical signals of arbitrary shape.
Technical Requirements
Lock-In Amplifier (Quantity: 1):
- Analyze signals up to 600 MHz
- At least two channels
- Demodulate at least 8 harmonic signals
- 50 Ohm input impedance
- Output at least 100 mV
- D/A conversion 14 bits
Arbitrary Waveform Generator (Quantity: 1):
- At least 2.4 GSa/s
- At least four channels
- At least 250 MHz bandwidth
- At least 5 volt output
Response Instructions
Interested sources should submit responses via email to the primary and secondary points of contact. Responses should not exceed 20 pages and must include:
- Company information (name, address, contact, email, phone, UEI).
- Details of equipment that meets objectives (manufacturer, model, technical specifications, reseller status).
- Performance capabilities and potential for customization.
- Identification of any specifications that cannot be met and suggestions for improvement.
- Country of manufacture and plans for manufacturing location changes.
- NAICS code information (small/other business, alternative NAICS suggestions).
- Available services (installation, training, maintenance) and standard terms and conditions of sale.
- Information on facility renovation services, published prices, and existing Federal Supply Schedule contracts.
- Customer references and any other valuable information for NIST.
- Indicate if additional information or a meeting with NIST representatives is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 23, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
- Questions Due: 2 business days prior to response date
- Published: March 9, 2026
Important Notes
This is solely for market research and does not constitute a commitment by NIST to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Responses will not be considered an adequate response to any future solicitation.