Description
The Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking a proposal for a Helium-based Cryocooler that meets specific technical requirements. The cryocooler should have a 1st stage cooling capacity of 3.0 W @ 60K, a 2nd stage cooling capacity of 0.02 W @ 2.3K, and a minimum temperature of <2.2K. The cooldown time to 2.3K should be less than 120 minutes. The cryocooler should also come with a helium compressor that runs on 208V wall power, is water-cooled, and operates at 0.5-1.0 gallons per minute flow with water temperature in the range 39-81F. The physical dimensions of the cryocooler should fit Fermilab's existing cryostat equipment.
Key points to consider:
• The proposal should include a formal quote on company letterhead with a description/specification of the product(s).
• The proposal should include a completed RFP form, SARC, and PUR-466 form.
• The proposal should be submitted by 5pm CDT on May 12, 2026.
• The award will be made to the supplier who is deemed responsible and whose proposal conforms to the solicitation's requirements and is judged to represent the best value.