Blackbody cavity calibration bath
Agency
COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST
Location
Gaithersburg, MD
Maryland
Estimated Value
N/A
Type
Sources Sought
Service / NAICS
334516
Set-Aside
NONE
Opportunity Summary
This federal contract opportunity from COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST involves blackbody cavity calibration bath in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This is a NONE set-aside procurement. Responses are due by Apr 30, 2026 (25 days remaining).
Contract Description
Title: Sources Sought Notice for Blackbody cavity calibration bath BACKGROUND The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) requires a blackbody cavity calibration bath which covers -20 °C to +130 °C operating range. The purpose of this bath is to maintain and extend capabilities of IR thermometer calibrations. The bath must support dry-air purges from the rear of the cavity for reduction of frost/condensation buildup and utilize a high heat-transfer fluid for minimizing temperature gradients and uniformity. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking information from sources that may be capable of providing a solution that will achieve the specifications described below: Line Item 0001: Description: OB-15/2 BBLT Calibration Bath Quantity: 1 Line Item 0...
Timeline
Posted Date
Apr 3, 2026
Response Deadline
Apr 30, 2026
25 days remaining
What Contractors Should Know
This is a NONE set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses may compete.
Work will be performed in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Local presence or experience in this area can strengthen your proposal.
Should You Pursue This?
Good Fit If…
- ✓You hold the required NONE certification
- ✓You have operations or past performance in Maryland
- ✓You have worked with COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST before
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Contractor FAQ
What certifications are needed for this NONE contract?
This opportunity requires NONE certification. Contractors must be registered and certified in SAM.gov with the appropriate small business designation to be eligible to submit proposals.
How do I submit a bid for this COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST contract?
To bid on this opportunity, you must be registered in SAM.gov. Review the full solicitation documents available at SAM.gov, prepare your technical and cost proposals per the instructions, and submit before the response deadline of Apr 30, 2026.
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