Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon Service PLOMA

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services for Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Argon. The acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Nitrogen: 45 CF bottles (5 EA base, options for 4 more years), 250 CF bottles (1 EA base, options for 4 more years).

• Oxygen: 80 CF bottles (10 EA base, options for 4 more years).

• Argon: 4500 CF dewer (12 EA base, options for 4 more years), 250 CF bottles (8 EA base, options for 4 more years).

• All items require delivery in accordance with Attachment 1.

• Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for each item, including Certificate of Compliance and Material Safety Data Sheets.

• Period of Performance: Base (4/17/2026 – 4/16/2027) with four 1-year option periods.

• Place of Performance: Portsmouth Naval Base Point Loma, San Diego, CA 92106.

• NAICS Code: 325120 Industrial Gas Manufacturing.

• Size Standard: 1200 Employees.

• Response Deadline: April 8, 2026, 10:00 AM ET.

• Submission Method: Offers shall be emailed to Dayna O’Brien (dayna.k.obrien.civ@us.navy.mil).

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Factors include Technical Acceptability, Adherence to Schedule, and Price. Past Performance (PPIRS/CPARS) will be utilized.

• Key Instructions: Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov. Quotes must include all requested information and completed forms. Objections to terms and conditions will make an offer unacceptable. Technical submissions must meet minimum requirements.

• Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Reference Solicitation Number: N3904026Q5446.

• Contact POC: Dayna O’Brien, (207) 690-1687, dayna.k.obrien.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Applicable FAR and DFARS clauses are listed. Attachment 1 contains technical specifications.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon Service PLOMA opportunity (N3904026Q5446).

• Service Call Frequency/Usage Data: Deliveries are needed between quarterly and monthly, with nitrogen usage varying based on workload and often involving large quantities. Other gases are used in smaller, consistent amounts.
• Response Time for Service: A desired response time for service requests (refill or delivery) is one week from the time of request to the time of delivery.

No specific impact on solicitation requirements, due dates, or submission rules is mentioned in this Q&A document. Bidders should incorporate the clarified delivery frequency and response time expectations into their proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services for Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Argon service. The solicitation is issued as a Request For Quotation (RFQ) and is a Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Provision of Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Argon in various bottle and dewer sizes.

• Specific quantities for base year and four option years.

• Compliance with Attachment 1 for technical specifications.

• Submission of Certificates of Compliance and Material Safety Data Sheets for gases.

• Period of Performance: Base: 4/17/2026 – 4/16/2027, with four Option Years through 4/16/2031.

• Place of Performance: Portsmouth Naval Base Point Loma, San Diego, CA 92106.

• NAICS Code: 325120 Industrial Gas Manufacturing.

• Size Standard: 1200 Employees.

• Response Deadline: April 7, 2026, 10:00 AM ET.

• Submission Method: Offers shall be emailed to Dayna O’Brien (dayna.k.obrien.civ@us.navy.mil).

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Factors include Technical Acceptability, Adherence to Schedule, and Price. Award may be made based on adherence to schedule or soonest mobilization. Past Performance (PPIRS/CPARS) will be utilized.

• Required Forms: Vendors must complete and submit the provided RFQ form, with highlighted yellow fields being mandatory.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

• Vendors are cautioned not to alter the solicitation.

• Objections to terms and conditions will be considered a deficiency.

• Technical submissions must demonstrate compliance with specifications; failure to do so will result in an "Unacceptable" rating.

• Award may be made on an "All or None" basis.

• Applicable FAR and DFARS clauses are listed. Full text of NAVSEA clauses available upon request.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a continuation sheet for a contract, detailing specific supplies and services required, likely for a solicitation or existing contract.

• Item #: Unique identifiers for each supply/service.
• Supplies/Services: Specific items requested, including:
  • Nitrogen Bottles (5 x 45 CF, 1 x 250 CF)
  • Oxygen Bottles (10 x 80 CF)
  • Argon Dewars (12 x 4500 CF)
  • Argon Bottles (8 x 250 CF)
• QTY U/I: Quantity and Unit of Issue for each item.
• Description/Specifications: Detailed requirements for each gas type:
  • Nitrogen: Type 1, Grade A, Oil Free (per A-A-59155), 99.5% minimum purity. Bottles are existing and to be replaced as needed.
  • Oxygen: Type 1, Grade F (per CGA G-4.3), at least 99.99% purity.
  • Argon Dewars: Type II, Oil Free (per MIL-A-18455(A/R)).
  • Argon Bottles: Type 1, Oil Free (per MIL-A-18455(A/R)).
• Data Requirements: Certificate of Conformance and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) required for each delivery, per Exhibit A (DD-1423) and Attachment #1.
• Scheduling: Contractor will be contacted in advance to schedule service/fill. Quantities listed are maximums per service call.

This attachment specifies the exact types, quantities, and quality standards for compressed gases (Nitrogen, Oxygen, Argon) required. Bidders must ensure their offerings meet these detailed specifications, including purity, type, and accompanying documentation (Certificate of Conformance, MSDS). It also outlines the process for scheduling and the maximum quantities per service call.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) utilizing the DD Form 1423 (mechanized equivalent) as per DAR Clause 16-815. It specifies data items required from contractors for various systems/items, including Nitrogen Bottles, Oxygen Bottles, and Argon Bottles.

Each entry on the DD Form 1423 details specific data requirements, including:

• Sequence Number: Unique identifier for the data item (e.g., A002AA, A002AB).
• Data Description: The type of data required (e.g., CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE, MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS).
• Subtitle: Specifics of the data (e.g., NITROGEN GAS, OXYGEN GAS, ARGON GAS).
• DID Number: Reference to Attachment 1 to Exhibit A for detailed requirements.
• Contract Reference: Specific paragraph in the contract (e.g., Para. C.5.1, C.5.2).
• Tech Office: Technical office responsible (e.g., 2320.SD).
• DD 250 Req: Indicates if DD Form 250 is required.
• Frequency: When the data is due (e.g., O-TIME, meaning once).
• Distribution: How the data should be submitted (e.g., via mail).
• Remarks: Additional submission instructions (e.g., One submittal per delivery).

Additionally, the document outlines the requirements for a "REQUIRED CERTIFICATION" which must be supplied with each shipment of material. This certification includes a verbatim statement attesting to full compliance with contract requirements and must be signed by a designated Quality Assurance Official. It also specifies the necessary material identification details to be included on the Certificate of Compliance.

Bidders must carefully review this CDRL to understand all required documentation and certifications that will be necessary upon contract award. This includes understanding the specific data items, their submission requirements, and the format for certifications of compliance and material safety data sheets for items such as nitrogen, oxygen, and argon bottles. Failure to comply with these data requirements can impact contract performance and payment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial products/services for Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Argon service. The acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Supply of Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Argon in various bottle and dewer sizes.

• Specific quantities for base year and four option years.

• Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for each item, including Certificates of Compliance and Material Safety Data Sheets.

• Technical specifications are detailed in Attachment 1.

• Period of Performance: Base: 4/17/2026 – 4/16/2027, with four one-year option periods through 4/16/2031.

• Place of Performance: Naval Base Point Loma, San Diego, CA 92106.

• NAICS Code: 325120 Industrial Gas Manufacturing.

• Size Standard: 1200 Employees.

• Response Deadline: April 2, 2026.

• Submission Method: Offers must be emailed to Dayna O’Brien at dayna.k.obrien.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Factors include Technical Acceptability, Adherence to Schedule, and Price. Award may be made based on adherence to schedule or soonest mobilization.

• Past Performance: PPIRS/CPARS information will be utilized.

• Responsibility: Contractors will be screened for responsibility per FAR Subpart 9.1.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-aside.

• Vendors must be registered in the SAM database.

• Vendors must respond to all requirements and not alter the solicitation.

• Objections to terms and conditions will make an offer unacceptable.

• Technical submission must demonstrate compliance with specifications, including brochures and technical data.

• Failure to include pricing for all line items may result in rejection.

• Applicable FAR and DFARS clauses are listed. All NAVSEA clauses are available upon request.