68--HELIUM,HI-PURITY AN
ID: N0010426QBD81Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECHMECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050-0788, USA

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GASES: COMPRESSED AND LIQUEFIED (6830)

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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy through NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanical, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of high-purity helium gas. This procurement is critical for various defense applications, requiring compliance with stringent quality assurance and inspection standards. The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering the helium in accordance with specified technical documentation and packaging requirements, with an emphasis on timely delivery and adherence to safety protocols. Interested vendors should contact Trevor L. Allander at 564-230-2182 or via email at TREVOR.L.ALLANDER.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL for further details, and proposals must be submitted by the deadline indicated in the solicitation.

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    TREVOR L. ALLANDER, N9432.32, PHONE (564)230-2182, EMAIL TREVOR.L.ALLANDER.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL
    TREVOR.L.ALLANDER.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL
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