Welding Gases

Airgas (Vendor ID V00007214) has been awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract by the Menard Correctional Center (MENARDCC426) in Illinois. The contract, issued on September 3, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2027, carries a total contract value of $958. The award covers the procurement of industrial gases in cylinder form, specifically including one 300 cubic foot argon cylinder, two 300 cubic foot nitrogen cylinders, three 125 cubic foot oxygen cylinders, and four acetylene cylinders, all rated for industrial use with 3-person safety certification.

The line item pricing reflects unit costs ranging from $45.69 to $194.34 per cylinder, with the argon representing the highest unit cost at $194.34 and acetylene the lowest at $45.69 per unit. These industrial gases are standard consumables typically utilized for welding, cutting, and other industrial operations within correctional facility maintenance and repair operations. Performance of this contract is scheduled through June 30, 2027, with deliverables marked as sent in the contract documentation.