Lab Gases - RFQ

The USDA is soliciting quotations for a one‑year “lab gases” requirements contract. Vendors must provide new, commercially‑available gas cylinders (various sizes) that meet the technical specifications in Attachment 2 and be able to deliver to the USDA facility in Wenatchee, WA. The award will be a firm‑fixed‑price, single‑award contract; price is the primary evaluation factor, with technical acceptability and past performance as secondary criteria. A mandatory site‑visit is offered on 9 Aug 2026 to view the delivery location, and questions must be submitted by 10 Sept 2026. All quotes are due by 16 Sept 2026. The contract requires compliance with DEI, Buy‑American, and other FAR clauses, and the supplier must be registered in SAM and enroll in the IPP invoicing system. • Scope: Supply of industrial gases (cylinders) for USDA laboratory use. • Period: One‑year ordering period (Sep 2026 – Sep 2027). • Delivery: FOB destination to 1104 North Western Avenue, Wenatchee, WA 98801. • Evaluation: Lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA). • Mandatory registrations: SAM.gov, IPP. • Key dates: Site visit 09/08/2026, questions due 09/10/2026, quote deadline 09/16/2026. • Contact: Aaron Dimeo (USDA).