Cryogenic Gases Nitrogen and Argon for Watervliet Arsenal
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army / W6QK ACC WVA is soliciting proposals for the supply of Cryogenic Gases (Liquid Nitrogen and Liquid Argon) to Watervliet Arsenal, NY. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks a contractor for a one-year, Firm Fixed-Price contract. Proposals are due June 9, 2026, by 4:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the supply of both Liquid Nitrogen (UN1977D) and Liquid Argon (UN1951), each with a maximum quantity of 18,000 gallons for the contract period. Key requirements include:
- Installation of a telemetry-based unit on Watervliet Arsenal tanks to monitor volume.
- Automatic delivery when tanks reach 30% capacity.
- Deliveries must occur within a 48-hour period.
- Drivers must check in with shipping/receiving at Building 35E prior to and post-delivery.
- Gases must be a minimum of 99.998% pure (bulk issue).
- Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are required with each shipment.
- Items must be tagged or identified with the purchase order/contract number on the packing slip.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: One (1) Year (Estimated Start: July 1, 2026, Estimated End: June 30, 2027)
- Estimated Quantities: 18,000 Gallons of Liquid Nitrogen and 18,000 Gallons of Liquid Argon.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 325120 (Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers) with a size standard of $1200 million.
- Response Due: June 9, 2026, by 4:00 PM local time.
- Published Date: May 26, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the offeror submitting the lowest evaluated bid/offer that meets all material requirements and responsibility criteria per FAR 9.104. The government may conduct pre-award surveys or request background information.
Additional Notes
All responses must be submitted electronically via email to lauren.m.bleichert.civ@army.mil. Offerors must ensure they can meet the critical on-time delivery schedule. Access to Watervliet Arsenal requires compliance with installation security policies, including potential background checks. Carriers must request delivery appointments through the Carrier Appointment System (CAS) or by calling the transportation desk. Normal delivery hours are Monday-Thursday 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM EST, and every other Friday 6:30 AM - 2:00 PM EST. Offerors must provide company information including Vendor Name, POC, Phone, Email, Unique Entity ID, CAGE Code, and Tax ID Number. Various FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference.