The NIST CNST division has a requirement for a Gas Injection System that will be utilized with the existing FEI Helios NanoLab 650 dual beam system to inject gaseous precursors into. The injection of the precursors into the FEI Helios NanoLab is for material etching and electron/ion-beam induced deposition to improve process performance and support nanofabrication in the CNST.

FEI is the sole company with the unique precursors required, in addition, the existing Helios NanoLab 650 is manufactured by FEI, which allows for compatibility of the existing system. No other company has capabilities of producing the required precursors or ability to ensure compatibility.

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition 334516, with a size standard of 500 employees.

A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed acquisition based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

No solicitation package will be issued. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations. However, responses received by April 3, 2015 will be considered by the Government.