Helium-3
SAM.GOV Due: June 16, 2025 at 05:00 PM UTC
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Summary

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking information from vendors capable of supplying gaseous Helium-3, which is essential for their Quantum Sensors Group's refrigeration systems that operate at milliKelvin temperatures. This opportunity is aimed at organizations that can provide Helium-3 with a purity greater than 99.9 atomic percent, contained in a suitable valved vessel for connection to a gas manifold. The purpose of this sources sought notice is to gather market research to determine potential vendors for a future procurement, which may be competitive or non-competitive based on the responses received. Interested businesses should submit a capability statement detailing their qualifications and ability to meet the specified requirements, as this is not a request for proposals or quotes at this time.
Description

The National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST), Quantum Sensor Group (QSG) seeks information on vendors that can provide isotope Helium-3 in gaseous form. This isotope is used in refrigerators developed by the QSG to reach temperatures milliKelvin temperatures.  The refrigerator

Entities
CDO
Department of Commerce
NIOSAT
National Institute of Standards and Technology
NAICS
325120
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Boulder , Colorado 80305
Point of Contact
Full Name Email Phone Type
Lisa Stevens [email protected] 2524222097 primary
Attachments
  • NB687000-25-02129+Requirements+and+Specifications.pdf