"SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is operated by Stanford University for the Department of Energy. As a management and operating contractor, subcontracts awarded by the Laboratory are not Federal procurements, and are not directly subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulations in 48 CFR. Nonetheless, certain Federal laws, Executive Orders, and regulations may affect our DOE approved purchasing system, as required by statute, regulation, or contract terms and conditions."

SLAC is looking for a dry-cryostat for continuous operation in the temperature range 1.5K - 300K, with one-shot operation acceptable for temperatures below 5K. The cryostat is for use in the development of new electronic and thermal transport instrumentation, and as such a large sample space, changeable electronic feed-throughs and a probe-based top-loading design are all required. It must be possible to operate with a sample in vapor or in vacuum, although if a separate probe/sample stage is required for this capability then this can be purchased at a later date. For more detailed specifications and requirements please see attached document for technical specs.

Provide a price and lead time quotation with signed Representations & Certifications by no later than July 19, 2016.

See attachment for technical specifications.

Source selection shall be based on lowest price technically acceptable method.

Payment terms: N-30

Freigh terms: FOB Destination

The resulting purchase order will be issued on a fixed price basis. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory Terms & Conditions for Commercial Supplies and Services under $100,000 M365 (Rev 17Feb2015) will be made a part of the resulting order.

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