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66 -- FIELD-EMISSION SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPE SYSTEM SOL 52SBNB5C8751 DUE 070595 POC Kathleen Lettofsky (301) 975-6342/C.O.: Ruth Ann Maris The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to negotiate a contract to furnish and install a high performance, research-level field-emission scanning electron microscope (FESEM) system. The FESEM system will be required to image and analyze nanoparticles and structures with dimensions less than 100 nanometers. In addition, the instrument will be an integral part of ongoing programs that include particle characterization, automated and telepresence microscopy, Standard Reference Materials certification,and materials Analysis. The instrument shall provide the highest quality electron optical performance/image quality coupled with analytical capabilities for quantitative analysis by energy dispersive x-ray spectrometry. NIST also reserves the right for the contractor to furnish and install an x-ray detector and Automation System. Delivery required Freight on Board (FOB) destination, Gaithersburg, MD. Delivery shall be required 270 days after contract award. Only written or FAX requests for the solicitation shall be honored. The FAX number is (301) 963-7732. All responsible sources may submit a bid which shall be considered. See Numbered Note 12. (0142)

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