AGO461700 Compressed Gas FY2026

The Ohio Attorney General's Office (AGO), specifically the Bureau of Criminal Investigations (BCI) Laboratory Division, is soliciting quotes for the rental of compressed gas and liquid cylinders through Request for Quotations (RFQ) #AGO-BCI-LAB-0525-29-5968. The procurement specifically seeks firm, fixed-fee rentals for various compressed gas cylinders, including helium (UPC and chromatographic grades), nitrogen (UHP grade and liquid nitrogen), air breathing grade, and hydrogen (industrial and UPC grades). Vendors must comply with federal, state, and local regulations for compressed gas cylinder storage, use, and transportation, including standards from OSHA, Compressed Gas Association, and National Fire Protection Association. All cylinders must be manufactured under U.S. Department of Transportation regulations, with proper markings, safety discs, and certificates of analysis traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The RFQ was issued on May 27, 2025, with an inquiry deadline of June 3, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. Eastern Time, and quotes are due on June 11, 2025, also at 11:00 A.M. Eastern Time. Submissions must be made online via Ohio Buys, with the award going to the vendor offering the lowest priced responsible and responsive submission.

Delivery will be to the BCI laboratory in London, Ohio, with routine deliveries accepted Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and vendors must demonstrate emergency delivery capability within 24 hours. The contract is limited to the current biennium ending June 30, 2025, and vendors should not anticipate long-term financing beyond this period. While the RFQ does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, vendors must meet comprehensive regulatory and safety requirements. The procurement is specifically for Mahoning County within the state of Ohio, targeting the BCI Laboratory Division's compressed gas needs. The RFQ does not disclose specific budget ranges or potential award values, but vendors should be prepared to provide competitive, fixed-fee pricing for the specified gas cylinder rentals. The successful vendor will need to demonstrate full compliance with transportation, safety, and quality standards, as well as the ability to meet both routine and emergency delivery requirements for the specified compressed gas and liquid cylinders.