EMA - GEMS Nitrogen Delivery & Tank Rental - ARG

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is seeking a one-year contract for liquid nitrogen, specialty gases, and tank rental services for five nuclear power plants operated by Constellation, located in Braidwood, Byron, Dresden, LaSalle, and Quad Cities. The procurement is classified as a Small Purchase with Sole Source Conditions, covering the period from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. The contract requires weekly deliveries of various industrial and ultra-high purity gases, including nitrogen, P-10 gas, oxygen, helium, argon, and acetylene, with specific delivery instructions for each power plant location. Vendors must comply with Constellation's nuclear power plant safety requirements, including background checks, visitor protocols, and vehicle searches. Key deliverables include no minimum order requirements, F.O.B. destination shipping, separate cylinder invoicing, and an initial cylinder inventory. The proposal is due on June 16, 2025, with vendors required to quote prices for gas products, tank rentals, and delivery fees. Mandatory specifications include the ability to handle special orders with 48-hour delivery timelines and agreement to pick up empty cylinders at no additional cost.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must complete and submit the Standard Illinois Certifications form, which includes 33 compliance areas covering legal, ethical, employment, and operational standards. These certifications address requirements such as non-discrimination policies, drug-free workplace standards, and technological accessibility. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the contract involves comprehensive pricing that includes all gases, tank rentals, fees, and delivery charges for the specified nuclear facilities. Vendors must maintain specific insurance requirements, including $1,000,000 general commercial liability coverage per occurrence, $2,000,000 annual aggregate, $1,000,000 auto liability coverage, and worker's compensation insurance as required by law. The contract emphasizes ongoing compliance obligations, with potential penalties for non-compliance including contract voiding, suspension, debarment, or civil fines. Successful vendors must demonstrate the capability to meet stringent nuclear facility safety and operational requirements.