DATCP - Industrial Gases

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Laboratory Services, is soliciting bids for the procurement of industrial gases through Request for Bid AG-2021-13. The solicitation seeks a contract for seven specific industrial gas types and related services, including helium (ultra-high purity, grade 5), hydrogen (ultra-high purity, grade 5), oxygen (ultra-high purity, grade 4.4), P-5 mixture argon/methane 95/5, methane (grade 2.5), carbon dioxide (bone dry, grade 3.0), and daily tank rental for 15 tanks. Bidders must have three years of documented experience providing medical and industrial gases and submit three client references. The total estimated yearly volume across all items is 91 units, with deliveries required within one week of ordering and all gases complying with NFPA standards. Key bid deadlines include October 13, 2020, for questions and October 16, 2020, at 2:00 PM CDT for bid submissions, with an anticipated award date of October 19, 2020. The initial contract term is one year, with potential mutual renewals for up to four additional one-year periods. Evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting all specifications.

The procurement includes opportunities for Wisconsin certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (DVBs), which may receive a permissive 5% price preference. Contractors must maintain appropriate insurance, provide Safety Data Sheets for hazardous materials, and comply with background check requirements. The contract allows other state agencies and Wisconsin municipalities to utilize the negotiated rates. Pricing must remain firm for the initial contract term, with potential adjustments limited to documented cost increases not exceeding the Consumer Price Index. No minimum purchase quantity or contract value is guaranteed, and bids requiring minimum order quantities will be rejected. Bidders must submit pricing on the provided excel price sheet, with all delivery charges, freight, and installation costs included in the bid price. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation covers a diverse range of industrial gas products with varying estimated yearly volumes.