INDUSTRIAL GAS AND CYLINDER RENTAL
ID: N00189Q0009Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

NAICS

Industrial Gas Manufacturing (32512)

PSC

GASES: COMPRESSED AND LIQUEFIED (6830)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/a21118600ed5477f8557b50d9e0545a7/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is seeking proposals for a firm fixed-price contract to supply industrial specialty gases and cylinder rentals to the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Atlantic Detachment (NCTAMS LANT DET) in Cutler, Maine. The procurement includes a range of gases such as Liquid Nitrogen, Sulfur Hexafluoride, Argon, and Acetylene, which are critical for the continuous operation and maintenance of submarine telecommunications systems. The contract will cover a base period from December 21, 2025, to December 20, 2026, with four additional option years, and requires vendors to be certified in hazardous materials handling and to comply with safety regulations. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by December 16, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Brittany Simmons at brittany.s.simmons3.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    Brittany Simmons
    brittany.s.simmons3.civ@us.navy.mil
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    4.03 Amended RFQ N0018926Q0009P00001.pdf
    The document, identified as Amendment of Solicitation/Modification of Contract 1234CULTERGASCYLINDER, extends the solicitation period for contract N0018926Q0009. Issued by NAVSUP FLC NORFOLK CONTRACTING, the amendment extends the deadline for offer receipt until December 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST. Offerors must acknowledge this amendment to ensure their bids are considered. This modification, effective December 11, 2025, primarily adjusts the timeline for submissions related to the original solicitation, ensuring all terms and conditions remain in effect except for the revised deadline.
    N0018926Q0009.pdf
    This government solicitation (N0018926Q0009) is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for industrial gas and cylinder rental services at NCTAMS LANT DET Cutler, Maine. The Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Atlantic Detachment requires continuous, uninterrupted availability of various industrial gases and cylinder rentals, including Liquid Nitrogen, Oil Pumped Nitrogen Gas, Sulfur Hexafluoride, Argon, Oxygen, Acetylene, C25 Mix, Carbon Dioxide, and Gas Tri-Mix. The vendor must be certified in handling industrial and hazardous gases, provide weekly deliveries, and respond to emergency requests within 24 hours. The contract includes a base period and four option years, with payment via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF). The solicitation also outlines security, base entry, and contracting officer authority requirements.
    P0002.pdf
    The Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Atlantic Detachment (NCTAMS LANT DET) Cutler, Maine, has issued an amendment to solicitation N0018926Q0009 for industrial gases and cylinder rentals. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the Request for Quotation (RFQ) through December 16, 2025, at 9 AM EST. The contract aims to ensure a continuous and uninterrupted supply of various industrial specialty gases, including Liquid Nitrogen, Oil Pumped Nitrogen Gas, Sulfur Hexafluoride, Argon, Oxygen, Acetylene, C25 Mix, and Bulk Liquid Carbon Dioxide, along with associated cylinder rentals. These resources are critical for supporting the 24/7/365 operations and maintenance of the VLF transmitter, which is vital for submarine telecommunications readiness. The vendor is required to be certified in special industrial gas handling and hazardous materials, provide all necessary equipment, comply with safety regulations (CGA and DFARS), and respond to orders and trouble calls within specified timeframes. The period of performance includes a base year from December 21, 2025, to December 20, 2026, with four one-year option periods. Payment will be made via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), and contractors must adhere to base security procedures, including ID checks and vehicle inspections, though no security clearance is required. All changes to the contract must be authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer.
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