KLA G200 Nano-Indenter Controller

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to negotiate a firm-fixed priced purchase order on a sole source basis with KLA Corporation for a new instrument controller for the KLA G200 nano-indenter system. The purchase order will include on-site installation and testing/calibration. The sole source determination is based on the fact that NIST currently owns a G200 Nano-Indenter model developed by KLA Corporation, and the new G200 NI Nano Swift controller is specifically designed by KLA for the G200 NI model. • The instrument controller is a proprietary component designed specifically for use with the KLA G200 nano-indenter system. • The installation and calibration of the equipment by a certified KLA service engineer is required for the use of KLA proprietary service tools. • Use of third-party parts may cause instability of the instruments. • The NanoSwift Instrument Controller is a critical component for NIST's research and its ability to complete several projects within the Engineering Laboratory's programs.