67 -- Instaspec IR System

The U. S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) proposes to negotiate on a sole source basis, under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1), with Newport Stratford, Inc. for a high performance infrared spectroscopy camera for measuring fluorescence from semiconductor quantum dots. Requirements are as follows:1. Photosensitive from 900-1600nm 2. At least 1340 pixels in the lateral dimension, with pixel size suitable to fill a 25.4 mm space. 3. Gateable down to 50 us. 4. Maximum signal-to-noise ratio with a photon flux between 5000-100,000 photons/pixel. 5. Compatible with existing equipment and software. The high performance spectroscopy camera for measuring fluorescence from semiconductor quantum dots meets all of NIST's requirements. This procurement is being conducted per FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures (NTE $100K). This synopsis is issued for information only. No competitive solicitation is planned. Information submitted in response to this notice will be used solely to determine whether or not use of competitive procedures to fulfill this requirement would be in the Government's best interest and must address qualifications pertinent to this requirement. Any questions regarding this notice must be submitted in writing to the attention of Ms. Yates (e-mail preferred) April 20,2007. Anticipated award date is May 4, 2007.