Two 2.3K Mechanical Cryocooler Systems

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF

Notice type
Sources Sought
Solicitation #
NB686100-26-01895
NAICS
334516
PSC
6640
Posted
June 4, 2026
Response due
June 15, 2026
Place of performance
Boulder, CO

What this opportunity is

The Department of Commerce is seeking two 2.3K Mechanical Cryocooler Systems, which include a compressor, hoses, and coldhead, for cooling electronics and optics. This opportunity is suitable for small businesses in the manufacturing sector, specifically those classified under NAICS 334516. As a Sources Sought notice, this indicates that the government is gathering information and not yet soliciting bids, so interested vendors should focus on tracking the opportunity rather than submitting proposals at this stage.

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Description

Statement of Work: Three 2.3K Mechanical Cryocooler Systems 1 Last Saved: 2/14/2023 2:29 PM Double-click on  for further assistance. Use this Requirements and Specifications Work document to purchase an item and/or item- related services.  TITLE: Two 2.3K Mechanical Cryocooler Systems  Requesting Lab/Division/Group: Physical Measurement Laboratory (PML), Applied Physics Division 686, Quantum Nanophotonics Group (Group 10) Requisition Number: NB68610XXXXX Statement of Need  The Quantum Nanophotonics group requires two (2) complete mechanical cryocooler systems, each including compressor, hoses, and coldhead, for cooling electronics and optics to 2.3K. The systems will be installed into existing cryostats that are designed to accommodate a Sumitomo RDK-101DL cryocooler or equivalent in dimensions and all other specifications. Each cryocooler must be capable of achieving a base temperature of 2.3K or colder, with a cooling power of 0.1W or greater at 4.2K. Items and/or item-related services  Section  Requirements  Related Information  Items/Service (required)  Item 1 (Quantity 2): Mechanical Cryocooler System to 2.3K that includes flexible helium lines, compressor, and cold head. This system requires a small, 120VAC-powered, air-cooled compressor with short helium line (appox. 10 feet). Cold head must match standard Sumitomo RDK-101DL size and dimensions to fit into NIST-designed, NIST-assembled cryostat. ☒ See attached document for detailed specifications  2 home-built cryostats will be assembled at NIST in the Quantum Nanophotonics group. Each needs a Sumitomo RDK-101DL mechanical cooler to complete the system. Shipping & Delivery ☐ N/A Delivery information by item ☒ Phased delivery is acceptable ☐ Software on USB / disk required ☐ Software electronic delivery acceptable Email address for software delivery Each of the mechanical cooler systems shall be delivered as a complete unit. The systems may be delivered in as many individual shipments as there are systems Installation  ☒ N/A Installation requirements ☐ Site visit recommended Enter related information here -- 1 of 2 -- Statement of Work: Three 2.3K Mechanical Cryocooler Systems 2 Last Saved: 2/14/2023 2:29 PM Double-click on  for further assistance. Inspection and Acceptance ☐ N/A Inspection requirements ☒ Government acceptance expected to take longer than 7 days Enter related information here Warranty ☐ N/A Base Manufacturer Warranty is acceptable If you require an Extended Manufacturer Warranty, describe the warranty requirements. Period Length:Ex. month, 6 month, year etc. Enter related information here ☐ Option Period 1 ☐ Option Period 2 ☐ Option Period 3 ☐ Option Period 4 Training ☒ N/A Training requirements Enter related information here Maintenance ☒ N/A Describe your maintenance requirements. ☐See attached document for detailed maintenance specifications Period Length: Ex. month, 6 month, year etc. Enter related information here ☐ Option Period 1 ☐ Option Period 2 ☐ Option Period 3 ☐ Option Period 4 Repair ☒ N/A Choose an item. Describe your repair requirements. Period Length: Ex. month, 6 month, year etc. Enter related information here ☐ Option Period 1 ☐ Option Period 2 ☐ Option Period 3 ☐ Option Period 4 Government Furnished Material / Equipment ☒ N/A List any government furnished material/equipment here Enter related information here Travel ☒ N/A Describe any travel requirements Vendor: To the maximum extent possible, include as part of appropriate sections above (maintenance, repair, etc.). Otherwise, it will be a separate line item, reimbursable per the Federal Travel Regulation. Enter related information here -- 2 of 2 --

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