This government file outlines the requirements for a contractor to supply and deliver compressed gases to Tinker Air Force Base. Key responsibilities include supplying all gases and bottles, providing Safety Data Sheets (SDS) at the time of proposal, delivering to specific building locations and squadron points of contact (POCs) as per Attachment A, and adhering to requested order frequencies. The contractor must handle all offloading, ensure vertical delivery of cylinders, create and maintain gas clusters if needed, and manage the pickup and refilling/swapping of empty bottles. Regular bottle inspections are mandatory, with Certificates of Compliance provided at each delivery. The contractor is also responsible for notifying the GPOC and Squadron POC five days before delivery and providing digital receipts within two days of delivery. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM, excluding federal holidays and base closures. Additionally, the contractor must comply with all on-base requirements, including submitting SDSs for approval before transporting any chemicals, materials, or substances to Tinker AFB, adhering to labeling standards, and notifying the government POC before sending foreign national representatives. Safety and health regulations, combating trafficking in persons, and emergency procedures are also detailed, emphasizing the importance of safety and communication on the installation.
This government solicitation, FA812526Q0017, issued by the United States Air Force, outlines a request for quotes (RFQ) for various compressed gases, including liquid nitrogen, nitrogen, helium, carbon dioxide, argon, acetylene, and oxygen. The document details specific quantities, purities, and delivery frequencies to multiple locations at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. Key requirements include packaging in accordance with commercial best practices, inspection and acceptance at destination (Tinker AFB), and adherence to strict delivery protocols, including designated truck entry gates and unloading areas. Contractors must comply with identification badge requirements, background checks, and restrictions on photography and information disclosure. The solicitation also incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, covering aspects such as electronic payment via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), prohibitions on contracting with corporations with unpaid tax liabilities or felony convictions, and various socio-economic and environmental regulations. The contract is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and includes provisions for small business participation.