Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Specialty Gases

Lamar Institute of Technology, a member of the Texas State University System, is seeking bids for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Specialty Gases through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 789-041625. The procurement spans Johnson County and Beaumont City, targeting specific gas requirements including HPG Propylene Fuel Gas, Acetylene Fuel Gas, Argon, T-75/25, and Oxygen in single and 6-pack configurations. Vendors must submit a completed bid form and W-9, with delivery specified as FOB destination, prepaid and allowed. The contract will run from the award date through August 31, 2027, with an option to renew for up to three additional years. Deliveries are expected within two business days of order, restricted to Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Tommy Williams Technical Training Building in Beaumont, Texas. Bid evaluation will be based on best value factors, including delivery costs, life cycle costs, quality and reliability of goods and services, and delivery terms. The bid is due on May 7, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. CDT.

The solicitation includes a group purchasing clause that allows other Texas higher education institutions to potentially utilize the contract, expanding its potential reach. While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types are explicitly mentioned, the procurement appears open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the specialized gas supply requirements. Lamar Institute of Technology reserves the right to accept or reject any bids and makes no guarantee of a minimum order volume. The contract does not specify a precise award value or budget range, leaving potential financial scope open for negotiation. Vendors should be prepared to provide comprehensive specialty gas supply capabilities, including cylinder rental fees and delivery charges, with a focus on reliable and timely service. The procurement appears designed to establish a flexible, long-term gas supply arrangement for the institute's technical and educational needs.