RFI Posting - Cyanogen Chloride.pdf

This is a Request for Information (RFI) from the Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, seeking sources capable of supplying and delivering Cyanogen Chloride (CK) gas. The government requires delivery of up to 1,000 lbs of CK gas at ≥96% purity, in multiple shipments over a 60-month ordering period, to be used for evaluating filter effectiveness.

Key industry capabilities required include: producing CK gas verified by Gas Chromatography methods, analyzing chemical constituents, preventing polymerization, providing cylinder-level documentation, implementing leak detection and storage protocols, and safely transporting the gas to military facilities in Maryland and Arkansas. Interested companies must submit a 5-page response by August 13, 2025, including company information, production capabilities, stabilization methods, documentation processes, and transportation methodology. The RFI is for market research and planning purposes and does not constitute a commitment to future procurement.