NB192020-25-02227 Liquid Helium Delivery
ID: NB192020-25-02227Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

PSC

GASES: COMPRESSED AND LIQUEFIED (6830)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/opp/cf36c008a7e7497fba684154f129e4ae/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is seeking information from potential contractors for the delivery of liquid helium (LHe) in contractor-owned dewars of 100 and 250 liters on an as-needed basis. The contractor will be responsible for providing necessary personnel, equipment, and facilities while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining the integrity and purity of the helium. This procurement is crucial for NIST's cryogenic applications, and the contract will include a base period plus four option years for performance. Interested parties must submit their interest and capability documents, limited to 20 pages, to the primary contact, Shawn Borisow, via email by 2:00 PM MT on June 30, 2025.

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    Shawn Borisow
    (303) 497-5432
    shawn.borisow@nist.gov
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    SOURCES SOUGHT w scope.pdf
    The document is a Sources Sought notice issued for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeking information from potential contractors to supply liquid helium (LHe) in contractor-owned dewars. The objective includes providing necessary personnel, equipment, and facilities for the delivery of 100 and 250-liter dewars on an as-needed basis, emphasizing the importance of complying with safety regulations and specifications. Contractors must adhere to federal requirements for helium sourcing and must demonstrate capability through a limited 20-page submission, detailing experience and resources. Specific requirements include ensuring the purity of LHe, maintaining dewar integrity, and executing regular and emergency deliveries with proper documentation. The contractor's responsibilities entail equipment maintenance, timely deliveries, and prompt resolution of defects. A clear record of service as well as adherence to communication protocols is mandated for effective operations. The proposal has a base period plus four option years for contract performance, indicating a structured approach to securing supplies crucial for NIST's cryogenic applications. This notice serves as a preliminary inquiry into capable vendors, allowing the government to gauge market interest and assess potential proposals before issuing a formal solicitation.
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