Liquid Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide deliveries
Overview
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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 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), on behalf of the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER), is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for Liquid Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide deliveries to its facilities in Silver Spring, MD. This initiative aims to identify qualified small businesses. Capability statements are due by May 5, 2026, 1:00 PM Central Time.
Purpose & Scope
This is a market survey, not a solicitation, to determine the capability of small businesses to provide essential liquid nitrogen and carbon dioxide gases. These gases are critical for sample storage and equipment operation within CDER's laboratories. Deliveries will be FOB Point Destination to Silver Spring, MD.
Requirements
The potential scope of work includes providing liquid nitrogen and carbon dioxide, adhering to specific delivery schedules and coordination protocols. Tanks must be equipped with digital gauges, filled to 90% capacity, and be free from damage.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Period of Performance: A base year from June 1, 2026, to May 30, 2027, with four potential option years, extending the total period through May 30, 2031.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage), but targets small businesses.
- Response Due: May 5, 2026, 1:00 PM Central Time
- Published: April 28, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
This notice targets small businesses under NAICS code 325120 (Gases: Compressed And Liquefied) with a 1,200-employee size standard. However, all interested parties are encouraged to respond. Capability statements must demonstrate the vendor's ability to meet the requirements and include business information, past performance, and descriptive literature. Responses containing web links will not be opened.
Important Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment by the government to award a contract. The government will not pay for any information provided in response to this notice.