The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation for the rental of two high-pressure nitrogen gas trailers under solicitation number N3904025Q0114. The request, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, seeks proposals from qualified vendors capable of providing the required equipment and associated services. The contract is set to cover a period from September 2, 2025, to September 1, 2026, with delivered prices and availability requested before the deadline of August 6, 2025.
Vendors must submit their offers via email and must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). The trailers must comply with specific technical and safety standards and contain certified pressure vessels for high-pressure nitrogen storage. Each trailer should have rapid refill capabilities and conform to established cleanliness and safety regulations.
The selection process will evaluate proposals based on technical acceptability, pricing, and past performance, prioritizing the lowest price that meets the specified requirements. All responses must demonstrate compliance with safety standards and provide detailed technical information to ensure responsiveness. This solicitation represents the government's need for reliable and compliant nitrogen supplies to support operations at the shipyard.
The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard's Operations Security (OPSEC) contract requirements emphasize the protection of sensitive information from adversaries. An OPSEC Plan must be created and signed by contractors to outline their security activities and is to be submitted via encrypted email, DoD SAFE, or USPS. Contractors are responsible for preventing inadvertent disclosures of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Critical Information and Indicators (CII). Strict measures are outlined to avoid compromising sensitive data, including prohibitions on sharing information publicly, particularly on social media. The document details the handling of portable electronic devices (PEDs) to mitigate security risks and outlines examples of critical information that should be protected. The contractor is expected to adhere to rigorous security protocols to ensure that CII remains confidential, with immediate reporting required for any security breaches. This directive reflects a commitment to safeguarding national security interests during contract execution at the shipyard.