Newton 100C TE cooling for a spectroscopy array

The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is issuing a Notice of Intent to award a sole‑source purchase order for a Newton 100C thermoelectric (TE) cooling unit intended for a spectroscopy array. The award will be made to Andor Technology Inc. (Concord, MA). This is not a competitive solicitation; it is a direct award under urgent, simplified‑acquisition procedures (FAR 6.302‑2, FAR Part 13.106‑1(b)) with a ceiling below $350,000. Interested parties may submit capability statements, but competition is not anticipated. • Sole‑source award to Andor Technology Inc. • Item: Newton 100C TE cooling system for spectroscopy array. • NAICS 334516 (Electronic Component Manufacturing) – size standard 1,000 employees. • PSC/FSC 6632 – Laboratory Equipment. • Procured under urgent, simplified acquisition authority (under $350K). • No formal solicitation, bid opening, or deadline disclosed. • Contact: Teigh Cheyney (NRL) – email [email protected], phone (202) 875‑0000.