AMD Zynq Field-Programmable Gate Array Evaluation Board
Overview
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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 and Technology (NIST), under the Department of Commerce, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for AMD Zynq Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Evaluation Boards and related components. This effort supports NIST's Quantum Information Group. Responses are due by June 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET.
Scope of Work
NIST's Information Technology Laboratory (ITL) Quantum Information Group requires state-of-the-art FPGAs for processing single-photon detection information in deployed optical fibers. They are seeking information on the following AMD Zynq-brand products:
- ZCU111 Evaluation Board (Product Number EK-U1-ZCU111-G) with specific configurations including XCZU28DR-2FFVG1517E RFSoC, DDR4 memory (4GB PL, 4GB PS), SFP28 cage, USB3, DisplayPort, SATA, and an FMC+ interface.
- XM500 RFMC Balun Add-on-Card.
- 6 Filters: 2 low-pass (DC-1300 MHz), 2 low-pass (10-2500 MHz), and 2 band-pass (3000-4300 MHz).
- Accessories: SD card, 6 SMA cables, Ethernet cable, Micro USB cable, and power cords/adapters.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 19, 2026, 4:00 p.m. ET
- Published: June 5, 2026
- Place of Performance: Gaithersburg, MD
Response Requirements
Interested sources should provide:
- Company name, address, contact information, and UEI (if SAM registered).
- Details of equipment that meets the requirements, including manufacturer, product details, country of manufacture (US or other), and reseller status if applicable.
- Identification of any specifications that cannot be met and suggestions for improvement.
- Company size status (small or other than small business) for the listed NAICS code.
- Alternative NAICS codes if the listed one is deemed inappropriate.
- Standard terms and conditions of sale (delivery time, FOB, warranty).
- Identification of any existing Federal Supply Schedule or other contracts.
- Any other valuable information for NIST's market research.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract. Responses should not exceed 3 pages and should avoid proprietary information. Questions are due by June 15, 2026, 12:00 p.m. ET, and should be sent to the primary and secondary points of contact. NIST reserves the right to use information provided for any necessary and legally appropriate purpose.