Sources Sought Low Temp Anodic Bonding Glass Wafers
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 a Sources Sought to identify potential vendors capable of providing Low Temperature Anodic Bonding Glass Wafers. This is a market research effort to determine the method of acquisition and potential small business set-aside opportunities. Responses are due by June 1, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
NIST seeks information on vendors that can supply Low Temperature Anodic Bonding Glass Wafers according to specific technical requirements. The attached Requirements and Specifications document details the need for:
- Glass Wafers: Quantity 10-50, capable of low-temperature anodic bonding below 250°C, with thermal expansion matching Silicon (Si) within 20 ppm from 0-450°C. Wafers must be polished, 4-inch diameter, with available thicknesses of 0.7 mm and 3 mm.
- Service Requirements: Including planning, shipping & delivery, electronic media, installation, warranty, training, inspection & acceptance, and maintenance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees
- Set-Aside: All Small Business Set-aside categories will be considered based on market research results. NIST is seeking responses from ALL responsible sources, including large and small businesses.
- Response Due: June 1, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 18, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested organizations should submit electronic capability statements, limited to four (4) pages or less, including:
- Name of the company providing the product(s).
- Name of the company manufacturing the product.
- Country of origin or manufacture of the product.
- Spec/data sheets and examples demonstrating experience.
- Typical lead time for delivery.
- Any other relevant information for developing minimum specifications.
Contact Information
Submit capability statements to Lisa Stevens at lisa.stevens@nist.gov.
Additional Notes
This is not a Request for Proposals or Quotes. The information is DRAFT and subject to change. No solicitation is currently available. The Government will not pay for information received.