TPT Manual Wire Bonder
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), under the Department of Commerce, is conducting market research through a Name Brand Only Sources Sought Notice to identify sources capable of providing a TPT manual wire bonder. This notice aims to gather information for future procurement planning. Responses are due by June 26, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
Scope of Requirement
NIST requires a TPT manual wire bonder with specific technical and operational interface capabilities. Key specifications include:
- Bonding Modes: Capable of wedge, ball, and ribbon wire bonding, reconfigurable within 5 minutes.
- Operation: Manual control for X, Y, and Z positioning.
- Wire Support: Supports gold and aluminum wire diameters from 17 um to 75 um, and ribbon wire width from 20 um to 250 um.
- Ultrasonic System: Transducer with PLL control (60-70 kHz), power output 0-10 W, bond time 0-20,000 ms, bond force 5-200 cN.
- Physical Features: 90-degree wire feed angle, motorized clamp, throat depth >= 165 mm, fine table motion >= 15mm.
- Temperature Control: Controller with upper limit >= 250 C and +/- 1C accuracy.
- Size: Tabletop size smaller than 600 x 600 x 300 mm.
- Interface: Integrated operator interface with display, storage for at least 20 bonding programs, and direct adjustment of bond parameters.
Response Requirements
Interested parties should submit the following information:
- Company Details: Complete name, address, contact information (name, email, phone), and Unique Entity ID (UEI) if registered in SAM.gov.
- Capability Statement: Details on how your company's offerings meet or exceed NIST's minimum requirements.
- Reseller Authorization: Confirmation of authorized reseller status with evidence.
- Feedback on Requirements: Identify any unduly restrictive aspects of the requirements and suggest ways to encourage small business participation.
- Business Size: Indicate if your company is a small or other than small business under NAICS 333242.
- Alternative NAICS: Suggest a more appropriate NAICS code if applicable.
- Existing Contracts: Identify any Federal Supply Schedule or other relevant contracts.
- Experience: Describe your firm's experience providing similar products/services.
- Engagement: State if you wish to engage for a better understanding of the requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 333242 (Semiconductor Machinery Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 6640 (Laboratory Equipment And Supplies)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: June 26, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
- Questions Due: June 18, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
- Published: June 12, 2026
Important Notes
This is solely for market research and planning purposes. It is not a solicitation, request for quotation, or a commitment to award a contract. NIST will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred.