Medical Gases and Industrial Gases

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections' Medical Gases and Industrial Gases state-wide contract (RFB #CJO-8129) provides comprehensive procurement of medical and industrial gases for state agencies, including the Department of Corrections and Department of Health Services. The vehicle covers a wide range of gas products such as oxygen, hydrogen, argon, carbon monoxide, and liquid oxygen, applicable for various purposes including medical treatment, laboratory research, welding, and industrial applications. Procurement can include gas cylinders, equipment rentals, and specialized gas mixtures across multiple cylinder sizes and configurations, serving correctional facilities, health service clinics, manufacturing shops, farms, and dairy plants throughout Wisconsin.

The contract is awarded to Airgas USA, LLC - North Central Region, with an initial term from January 1, 2022, and four optional one-year renewal periods. The state-wide vehicle covers all Wisconsin locations, with the contract allowing cooperative purchasing by other state agencies and municipalities. The contract type enables agencies to purchase medical and industrial gases with annually adjusted pricing, which has included modest increases of 1.8% to 3.2% per renewal period. While no minimum purchase quantities are guaranteed, the contract provides a comprehensive pricing structure with 57 different gas products and services, offering flexibility for state agencies' diverse gas and equipment needs.