TARS-Helium Trailers
ID: 20138611Type: Presolicitation
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONAIR AND MARINE CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

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TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: MOTOR FREIGHT (V112)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2836915f88584528a427c15c95ab04ac/view
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    Presolicitation notice from the Department of Homeland Security, US Customs and Border Protection, is seeking TARS-Helium Trailers for transportation and delivery to TARS field sites. The trailers will be used to support eight TARS CONUS field sites and will be transported from certified helium fill plant facilities based on recurring customer requirements.

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    Kimberly Ware
    kimberly.w.ware@cbp.dhs.gov
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