Notice of Intent to Sole Source Fourier Transform Spectrometer Service
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Quick Summary
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Acquisition Management Division has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Fourier Transform Spectrometer (FTS) service to Bruker Scientific, LLC., located in Billerica, MA. This notice is for maintenance and re-alignment of a Bruker Vertex 70 FTS at the NIST Boulder, CO facility. Interested parties capable of fulfilling this requirement must submit their capabilities in writing by May 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Purpose
NIST requires specialized maintenance and re-alignment services for its Bruker Vertex 70 FTS, which is currently malfunctioning due to misaligned internal optics. This instrument is critical for providing reflectance measurements for high-absorptance samples, developing primary radiometric standards, and measuring solar irradiance and Earth outgoing radiance.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide a 2-day onsite service visit to NIST Boulder, CO, within three weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO). Key tasks include:
- HeNe Laser Alignment: Ensure the laser is operational, properly placed, and aligned through the interferometer.
- Interferometer Re-alignment: Run diagnostics, ensure sufficient internal detector signal, and remedy any alignment issues, including interferometer re-alignment if necessary.
- Onsite Service Visit: A comprehensive 2-day service visit to perform the required maintenance.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Anticipated Awardee: Bruker Scientific, LLC.
- Authority: FAR Subpart 6.302-1 (Sole Source)
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- NAICS Code: 811210 – Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (Size Standard: $34M)
- Place of Performance: NIST Boulder, CO
- Payment Terms: 100% payment after installation, acceptance, successful testing, and demonstration of performance, upon receipt of a proper invoice (Net 30 days).
Justification for Sole Source
The FTS contains proprietary components, and only Bruker-trained service technicians possess the necessary expertise and access to complete the required service. This ensures the instrument's proper functioning and avoids potential damage.
Response Requirements & Timeline
- Response Due: May 19, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Submission: All responses must be submitted via email to lisa.stevens@nist.gov.
- Note: This is not a solicitation. Information submitted will solely determine if competitive procedures could be used. If not, an award is estimated by June 15, 2026.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Lisa Stevens
- Email: lisa.stevens@nist.gov