LOW BACKGROUND INFRARED (LBIR) BRIDGE

The Air Force Metrology and Calibration Program (AFMETCAL) is seeking potential sources capable of providing services currently performed at the Low Background Infrared (LBIR) facility at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, MD. The LBIR facility provides the infrared user community with a calibration base that includes both spectral and broadband measurements in a 20 K background environment. The facility is used for the spectral calibration of low-background infrared detectors, characterization of optical components, and cryogenic transfer radiometers used to evaluate highly collimated infrared sources. • The contractor must have the immediate capability and expertise to perform these highly specialized services without a break in service or a lengthy ramp-up period. • The draft statement of work is attached and contains more detailed requirements. • The contractor must be able to begin performance immediately upon contract award to prevent any gap in service. • The contractor must provide a capability statement that addresses the company's technical capabilities, recent and relevant contract history, and confirmation of their ability to begin performance immediately.