Liquid Nitrogen Tank Rental and Refill
Overview
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PSC
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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. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), is seeking quotations for Liquid Nitrogen Tank Rental and Refill services (RFQ 1232SA26Q0349) for the U.S. Horticultural Research Laboratory in Fort Pierce, FL. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotations are due April 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of liquid nitrogen (N2) supply, tank rental, and ongoing maintenance support for a 525-gallon liquid nitrogen system. Key requirements include:
- Providing approximately 425 standard cubic feet (FTS) of liquid nitrogen monthly.
- Ongoing maintenance support for the liquid nitrogen system.
- Ensuring quality control and resupply based on operational demands.
- Tank rental is included as part of the service.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: A base year (May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027) plus four option years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 325120).
- Response Due: April 1, 2026, by 1600 CT.
- Published: March 23, 2026.
- Place of Performance: U.S. Horticultural Research Laboratory, 2001 S. Rock Road, Fort Pierce, Florida, 34945.
Evaluation
Award will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Offers must meet all stated requirements, demonstrate technical acceptability, and have an acceptable past performance rating. Offers with a higher price than the LPTA offeror will not be further evaluated.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference and full text. Offerors must submit a price quote for the total yearly amount for the base year and each option year, including their company's SAM UEI Number. Invoices must be submitted through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The Statement of Work (Attachment 1) provides further details.