Special NoticePosted Aug 5, 2026·Responses due Feb 2, 2027

TECHNOLOGY LICENSING OPPORTUNITY: Spectrometer Purposed for Accelerator Testing and Characterization (SPATC)

Energy · TRIAD - DOE CONTRACTOR

Stage
Early notice (sources sought, presolicitation or special notice)
NAICS
334516
Value
Not stated
Solicitation
None
Set-aside
No Set aside used
PSC
6640
Place
Los Alamos, NM, USA
Contact
Mike Erickson (licensing@lanl.gov)
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  • Aug 5, 2026 · this notice
    Special Notice
Solicitation
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Award
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Responses are due Feb 2, 2027, so an award before then is unlikely; past cases include short solicitations.

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What the notice says

Scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratory developed the Spectrometer Purposed for Accelerator Testing and Characterization (SPATC) � a portable, easy-to-use device that allows the safe measurement of the power and energy of electron beams from particle accelerators, helping labs test and fine-tune equipment more efficiently. How it Works: SPATC uses a smart, compact design to deliver high-precision beam diagnostics conveniently. At its core, SPATC employs two precisely controlled aluminum wedges that slide together to vary thickness, allowing engineers to analyze how an electron beam�s ener… (show all)

gy interacts with the material. As the beam passes through these layers, sensors record how much energy is absorbed versus transmitted, and a graphite block captures the remaining beam for accurate current readings. Controlled remotely via computer, SPATC provides real-time data on beam energy and current�without breaking vacuum or requiring complex setup. Designed for flexibility and speed, it offers industries a reliable, low-cost, and portable solution to ensure accelerator performance meets exacting standards for research, manufacturing, or medical applications. Key Advantages: Portable and Compact: Fits into a single rugged case for easy transport and setup at any facility. Fast, Accurate Measurements: Determines beam energy and current in under an hour, minimizing downtime. Remote Operation: Fully controllable from outside the accelerator vault, improving safety and efficiency. Non-invasive Testing: Performs measurements in open air without breaking the accelerator�s vacuum. Precision Engineering: Stepper motor-driven wedges provide fine control over measurement thickness for high accuracy. Enhanced Safety: Reduces radiation exposure by eliminating the need for manual adjustments near the beam. Market Applications: Medical and Radiation Therapy Facilities: Ensures precise calibration of electron beams used in cancer treatment systems. Industrial Accelerator Operations: Enables quick verification of beam performance for material processing, sterilization, and imaging. Research Laboratories and Universities: Provides affordable, portable diagnostics for accelerator-based experiments. Accelerator Manufacturers: Offers a built-in quality assurance tool for testing and characterizing new accelerator systems. Defense and Security Applications: Supports beam validation in systems used for cargo inspection or nondestructive testing. Equipment Service and Maintenance Providers: Allows on-site testing and troubleshooting of accelerators without large diagnostic setups. Development Status: TRL 7 US Patent Pending LA-UR-26-27021 LANL Tech Partnerships: Unlock the Innovative Potential Los Alamos National Laboratory offers a wide range of cutting-edge technologies and capabilities that may provide your company with a competitive edge in the market and unlock the innovative potential that can enhance, refine, and revolutionize your products. LANL�s licensing program focuses on moving inventions developed by our researchers to commercial innovations. Patented and patent pending inventions and copyrighted software are available to existing and start-up companies through exclusive and non-exclusive licensing agreements. For specific discussions, please contact licensing@lanl.gov. Note: This is not a call for external services for the development of this technology. https://www.lanl.gov/engage/collaboration/feynman-center/partner-with-us/licensing-technology m.lanl.gov/tech-search

Who won similar work

39 award notices on SAM.gov in the last 24 months. Matched by: Same agency (Energy), same product/service code (PSC) 6640.

Single-winner award sizes (39): middle half $59K to $400K, median $135K; range $19K to $1.5M.

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GOVERNMENT SCIENTIFIC SOURCE INC3$327KSep 23, 2026
NEW ENGLAND RESEARCH, INC.2$1.2MSep 28, 2026
PERKINELMER U.S. LLC2$976KSep 18, 2026
DCI CORPORATION2$801KSep 24, 2026
PARR INSTRUMENT COMPANY2$473KSep 22, 2026
SAMYAK SOLUTIONS, INC.2$176KSep 24, 2026
FEDCORP SERVICES, INC.2$109KSep 17, 2026
MR SOLUTIONS INC1$1.5MSep 30, 2026
FEI COMPANY1$1.3MSep 24, 2026
MALACHITE TECHNOLOGIES INC1$745KAug 7, 2025

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