Bulk liquid oxygen service
ID: 12405b25q0033Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICEUSDA ARS SEA AAO ACQ/PER PROPSTONEVILLE, MS, 38776, USA

NAICS

Industrial Gas Manufacturing (325120)

PSC

GASES: COMPRESSED AND LIQUEFIED (6830)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d428a4ca31414d78928c16692abee85b/view
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    The Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is seeking a contractor to provide bulk liquid oxygen services for the Warmwater Aquaculture Research Unit (WARU) located in Stoneville, Mississippi. The procurement involves supplying and maintaining High Purity (99.5%) medical-grade bulk liquid oxygen, which is essential for the operation of a Recirculating Aquaculture System and for filling smaller oxygen tanks used in fish transport. This contract is critical for enhancing aquaculture sustainability and productivity in the U.S., supporting WARU's mission to develop innovative fish farming technologies. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by January 27, 2025, and can contact Kelly Bero at Kelly.Bero@usda.gov for further information regarding the solicitation number 12405B25Q0033.

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    Kelly Bero
    (706) 546-3025
    Kelly.Bero@usda.gov
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    clausesserv.doc
    This government document outlines the contractual clauses and provisions required for federal government contracts, including both the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Agriculture Acquisition Regulation. It emphasizes compliance with various regulations, addressing topics like personal identity verification, commercial product contracts, and small business considerations, particularly for categories such as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses. The document stipulates that contractors must adhere to a range of clauses that affect contract conduct—from ensuring ethical behavior to addressing labor standards and environmental regulations. Specific provisions include certifications regarding child labor, compliance with equal opportunity laws, and Buy American requirements. Additional sections detail responsibilities for recordkeeping and reporting, as well as the flow-down of certain clauses to subcontractors. This comprehensive framework is designed to ensure accountability and adherence to federal regulations in all phases of contract execution. Overall, the file serves as a critical reference for compliance within government contracts, emphasizing regulations that protect both ethical standards and operational integrity.
    WARU Bulk Oxygen SOW.pdf
    The USDA/ARS Warmwater Aquaculture Research Unit (WARU) seeks a contractor to provide a 5-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for supplying and maintaining bulk liquid oxygen, essential for a Recirculating Aquaculture System in Stoneville, Mississippi. The contract will ensure a steady supply of High Purity (99.5%) medical-grade oxygen for fish farming operations, including filling smaller oxygen tanks used in transport. The contractor will be responsible for providing a 1500-gallon bulk oxygen tank, a telemetry system to monitor levels, a vaporizer, and maintaining the oxygen storage facility. They must follow safety protocols as mandated by the NFPA and CGA, report on service activities, and ensure all systems are functional upon delivery. The contract has a base year running from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with four optional extensions. The selection criteria emphasize technical acceptability and cost-effectiveness. This acquisition aligns with WARU's mission to enhance aquaculture sustainability and productivity in the U.S. by supporting the supply chain required for their innovative research in fish farming technologies.
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