Collimator Vacuum Chambers

Project ID: 363699(AG) FederalOpportunitiesSynopsis Solicitation

Overview

Agency	Department of Energy
Deadline	03/25/26
Posted	03/09/26
Estimated Value	Not Provided
Set Aside	None
NAICS	334519 - Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing
PSC	AG13 - Energy R&D Services; Energy Supply; Experimental Development
Location	Menlo Park, CA 94025 United States

Description

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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 National Accelerator Laboratory invites interested vendors to submit a proposal in accordance with the attached RFP preparation requirements for LCLS-II-HE Collimator Vacuum Chambers. Any clarification requests are due by Tuesday, March 170, 2026. Your full proposal must be received no later than Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 5pm PDT and be valid for 90 days after submission. SLAC has a requirement for the following: Attached RFP 363699(AG) documentation The award will be made based upon the attached Lowest Price Technically Acceptable method. NOTE: The following documents are attached in this solicitation. RFP_363699(AG)_CoverLtr.pdf RFP_363699(AG)_Package.pdf RFP_363699(AG)_Supporting_Documents.zip Please provide quoted price, delivery, technical compliance statement and certification to the attention of Angela Garcia.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, operated by Stanford University for the Department of Energy, is seeking proposals for the fabrication and production of four different types of Vacuum Chambers for the LCLS-II-HE Collimators. This procurement is not a federal procurement and is not directly subject to Federal Acquisition Regulations, but must comply with certain federal laws and regulations. The goal of this contract is to ensure the delivery of high-quality vacuum chambers that meet specific technical requirements. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for the following tasks: 1. Fabrication and production of four types of vacuum chambers: - DSG-000105293 (PC1L1 Vacuum Chamber) - 1 unit - DSG-000100582 (PC1L0 Vacuum Chamber) - 1 unit - DSG-000099431 (CHAMBER, HE COLIM 6.0CF) - 4 units - DSG-000095996 (CHAMBER, HE COLIM 4.5CF) - 2 units 2. Each vacuum chamber must be assembled, inspected, baked at 250°C for a minimum of 48 hours, leak tested, and subjected to Residual Gas Analysis (RGA) to ensure compliance with SLAC vacuum requirements before shipping. 3. The chambers must be cleaned using methods compatible with ultra-high vacuum environments prior to welding, assembly, and testing. 4. The contractor must provide documentation including inspection reports, certifications, and test results prior to shipment. 5. Non-conformance reporting and corrective action plans must be established for any discrepancies found during inspections. Period of Performance The work is expected to be completed within 20 weeks after the award of the contract. Place of Performance The contract will be performed at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory located at 2575 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, California.

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