NIST RFQ: Polatis Optical Switches

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking a vendor to provide Polatis Series 6000 Ultra Secure grade All-Optical Switches for use in their quantum network testbed. The switches will be used to route single and entangled photons around the quantum network. The required switches are Polatis S-OST-08x08-LA1-HMHNS and S-OST-16x16-LA1-HMWNS, and the vendor must provide a firm fixed price quotation for the switches. The delivery shall occur within 75 days after contractor receipt of order, and the payment terms are Net 30-day payment terms upon receipt and acceptance of a proper invoice. Some key points to consider: • The switches must be new and meet the specified requirements. • The vendor must provide a firm fixed price quotation for the switches. • The delivery shall occur within 75 days after contractor receipt of order. • The payment terms are Net 30-day payment terms upon receipt and acceptance of a proper invoice. • The contractor shall warrant the entire system in accordance with the Original Equipment Manufacturer’s commercial item warranty terms and conditions, to include at minimum parts and labor for 12 months.