Gases, Medical, Industrial, and Specialty

The California Statewide Contract 1-20-68-01A provides comprehensive procurement opportunities for medical, industrial, and specialty gases across multiple sectors. The contract covers a wide range of gas products, including medical-grade gases, welding gases, and specialty blends critical for emissions testing, automotive repair, and state facility operations. Specifically, the IDV enables procurement of gas cylinders in various sizes and compositions, with precise specifications for purity, blending, and technical applications such as California Air Resources Board (CARB) emissions testing and Department of Consumer Affairs requirements.

The master IDV is awarded to AIRGAS INC by the California Department of General Services (DGS) Statewide Procurement division, with a performance period from October 27, 2020, through October 26, 2025. The contract covers the entire state of California and is structured as a statewide contract available to state departments and optional for local governmental agencies. The contract includes detailed UNSPSC and NIGP codes for medical gas products and is supported by comprehensive documentation including terms and conditions, pricing attachments, and specific scope of work guidelines for various state agencies.

Under this IDV, at least one contract award has been documented, specifically a $5,437.49 non-IT goods contract with the California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation. The award covers industrial gases and cylinder rental services, effective from July 9, 2025, through October 26, 2025. The contract allows for precise gas blending, cylinder rentals, and delivery across multiple geographic areas, with provisions for emergency services and detailed quality control measures. Local governmental agencies utilizing the contract are subject to a 1.25% administrative fee, and the contract supports a minimum order of one cylinder/dewar with an expected delivery within five working days.