Liquid nitrogen for hollings marine lab

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking to procure liquid nitrogen for the Hollings Marine Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina through a combined synopsis/solicitation under FAR Subpart 12.6 for commercial items. This solicitation follows simplified acquisition procedures authorized under FAR Part 13, with the announcement serving as the only solicitation document and no additional written solicitation to be issued. Vendors must provide contact information, CAGE Code, and comply with FAR Provision 52.204-24 and FAR Clause 52.204-25 regarding "Will or Will Not" and "Does or Does Not" statements. Full technical specifications and requirements are detailed in the attached Statement of Need document, and vendors must demonstrate compliance with all terms and conditions outlined in the Combined Synopsis to be eligible for award. The submission deadline for quotes is August 13, 2025, giving potential contractors approximately two weeks from the July 31, 2025 posting date to prepare and submit their responses.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 325120 (Industrial Gas Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,200 employees, restricting competition to qualifying small businesses only. The solicitation falls under PSC code 6830 for Gases: Compressed and Liquefied, indicating the specialized nature of the industrial gas supply requirement. Performance will take place at the NOAA Hollings Marine Laboratory facility located in Charleston, South Carolina, supporting the laboratory's ongoing research and operational activities. The government has provided a Past Performance Questionnaire as part of the evaluation process, suggesting that vendor experience and performance history will be significant factors in the award decision. While specific quantities, delivery schedules, and contract values are not detailed in the main solicitation notice, these requirements are referenced as being included in the attached Statement of Need document that vendors must review for complete procurement specifications.