Gases (Medical, Industrial, Specialty, BAR, CARB)

The California Statewide Contract 1-25-68-01D is a comprehensive Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on the procurement of medical, industrial, specialty, BAR, and CARB gases. The contract enables state departments, California State Universities, University of California systems, K-12 schools, and local governmental agencies to access a wide range of gas products, including medical gas products, high-pressure cylinders, acetylene cylinders, carbon dioxide cylinders, and liquid nitrogen. The IDV covers multiple geographic areas within California and provides a standardized procurement solution for gas-related needs, with specific attention to precise gravimetric analysis requirements and detailed gas mixture specifications.

The master contract is awarded to Matheson Tri-Gas Inc. by the California Department of General Services (DGS) Statewide Procurement Division, with a performance period from October 27, 2025, to October 27, 2028, and an option to extend for two additional one-year periods. The statewide contract covers the entire state of California and includes administrative fees for state departments and an incentive fee of 1.25% for local government agency transactions. The contract type is a firm-fixed-price vehicle with potential annual adjustments, offering delivery within five calendar days of order receipt and emergency delivery capabilities. While specific contract value information is not provided, the IDV includes comprehensive pricing structures with discounts and detailed specifications for various gas cylinder types and volumes.