Medical Gas Cylinders
ID: SPE2DP25R0002Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111, USA

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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

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DRUGS AND BIOLOGICALS (6505)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of medical gas cylinders, specifically oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders, as part of a federal contract. The solicitation aims to acquire medical oxygen cylinders in sizes D (95 gallons) and H (1650 gallons), along with nitrous oxide cylinders (size D, 250 gallons), ensuring compliance with safety and medical standards. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the availability of essential medical supplies for military and healthcare operations. Interested offerors must submit their proposals electronically by July 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM, and can direct inquiries to the contracting officer, Amber Way, at amber.way@dla.mil or by phone at 445-737-7529.

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    The document outlines a solicitation for the procurement of medical gases, specifically various sizes of oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders, as part of a federal contract. The acquisition is open to all businesses, including small and disadvantaged enterprises. Offerors must submit proposals electronically by May 30, 2025, and comply with several regulations regarding safety data and shipping. The delivery point is specified as the Defense Distribution Depot in Tracy, California, with detailed requirements for packaging and labeling to ensure compliance with medical standards. Key items under procurement include: 1. Medical oxygen cylinders in sizes D (95 gallons) and H (1650 gallons). 2. Nitrous oxide cylinders (size D, 250 gallons). The document includes comprehensive specifications, stipulating preservation, packing requirements, and marking details to ensure compliance with federal regulations and safety standards. Additionally, it emphasizes the necessity for contractors to adhere to ethical guidelines and business conduct. This solicitation reflects the government's commitment to ensuring the availability of critical medical supplies while promoting accountability and adherence to safety standards in the contracting process.
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation identified by contract ID SPE2DP25R0002, modifying the original solicitation SPE2DP20R0119. The key change is the extension of the solicitation closing date from June 2, 2025, to June 16, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Additionally, the amendment updates hyperlinks on page 21 of the solicitation for reference to relevant federal acquisition regulations, including the FAR, DFARS, and DLAD. No other terms or conditions are altered by this amendment. Offerors are instructed to acknowledge receipt of this amendment and return it by the specified deadline to the contracting officer, Amber Way, via email. Any inquiries should be directed to her contact number. Overall, this document's purpose is to formally announce administrative changes related to the solicitation process while maintaining all other existing terms and conditions.
    This document is an amendment to the solicitation SPE2DP20R0119, announced by the DLA Troop Support for medical supplies. The main purpose is to modify the closing date of the solicitation from June 17, 2025, to July 1, 2025. Additionally, it updates references to relevant resources, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Acquisition Guidelines. The amendment specifies that no other terms or conditions of the solicitation have changed. Offerors are required to acknowledge receipt of this amendment and submit their offers via email to the designated contracting officer, Amber Way, by the new deadline. Furthermore, contact details are provided for any inquiries regarding the solicitation. Overall, this amendment serves to ensure clarity on submission parameters while maintaining existing contractual obligations.
    This government document is an amendment to solicitation SPE2DP20R0119, issued by DLA Troop Support, specifically concerning a contract modification. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the closing date for the solicitation from July 1, 2025, to July 9, 2025, with a submission deadline set for 3:00 PM on that same date. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. Offerors are instructed to acknowledge receipt of the amendment and submit their offers via email to Amber Way, the contracting officer, who can be contacted for any inquiries. This document follows standard procedures for modifying contract solicitations while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The extension allows potential contractors additional time to prepare and submit their offers, reflecting a flexible approach to procurement in federal contracts.
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