Various air gases
ID: H9224026I0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE COMMANDSAN DIEGO, CA, 92155-5583, USA

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Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

PSC

MEDICAL GASES (6835)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Special Warfare Command (NSWC), is conducting market research to identify potential vendors capable of supplying various air gases in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The procurement includes the refilling and maintenance of specific compressed gases, such as Aviator’s Breathing Oxygen, Helium Oxygen Mix, and Nitrogen, which are essential for military operations and must meet stringent military and commercial specifications. Interested vendors are required to submit a capabilities statement detailing their experience, certifications, logistics plans, and compliance with regulatory requirements by 10:00 ET on November 13, 2025. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Emily Lonigro at emily.lonigro@socom.mil or by phone at 619-415-9286.

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    Emily Lonigro
    (619) 415-9286
    emily.lonigro@socom.mil
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