Pin Well Detector
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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 Pin Well Detector system. This equipment is crucial for the NIST Radioactivity Group to enhance its capabilities for 4π gamma-ray measurements and primary standardization of difficult-to-measure radionuclides. Responses are due by June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
NIST seeks a turnkey pin-well detector system, specifically a Mirion Technologies brand name system, to complement existing instruments. The system must include an integrated photo-multiplier tube (PMT), cabling, preamps, connections, and be delivered FOB Destination with warranty and technical drawings. Minimum specifications include:
- Pin Well (NaI Detector 3" x 3"): Integrated with PMT (0.656" diameter, 2.063" depth well), high-voltage supply, preamplifiers, cabling, and two Multi-channel analyzers (MCAs).
- Software: Spectroscopy Suite with MCA display, peak searches, Energy/FHWM calibration, Gamma Analysis (background subtract, efficiency calibration, nuclide identification, cascade summing, weighted mean activity, QA, interactive peak fit, batch programming support). Must be Windows 10/11 qualified with perpetual license and export capabilities (CSV, Excel).
- Multi-Channel Analyzer (MCA): DSP-based pulse processing, 32,000 channel spectral memory, Ethernet/USB interfaces, PHA, MCS, Multispectral Scaling, Time Stamped List modes, and advanced controls.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (open market research)
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, by 12:00 PM ET
- Published: June 4, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested parties should submit responses (max 2 pages, Word 365, Excel 365, or PDF) via email to the primary contact. Do not provide proprietary information. Responses must include:
- Company name, address, contact info, and UEI (if SAM registered).
- Manufacturer name, model number, and technical specifications of recommended equipment.
- Authorization status if not the manufacturer.
- Performance capabilities, customization limits, and suggestions for improving specifications.
- Manufacturing location (US or other country) and any planned changes.
- Small business status and suggested alternative NAICS codes.
- Available services (installation, training, maintenance).
- Standard terms and conditions (delivery, warranty, setup, manuals).
- Facility renovation services offered.
- Published price, discount, or rebate arrangements.
- Federal Supply Schedule or other contract numbers.
- Customer references (public/private sector).
- Any other valuable information or requests for additional information/meetings.
Additional Notes
This is a market research notice only 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 solicitations.