Public notice of use of interstate cooperative agreement.

Washington County, Oregon is initiating a cooperative procurement for industrial and specialty gases through an interstate cooperative agreement with AirGas USA, LLC, utilizing Washington State Department of Enterprise Services Contract #23823. The procurement is being conducted under Oregon Revised Statute 279A.205 through 279A.255, allowing the county to leverage an existing state contract for acquiring industrial and specialty gases. Potential suppliers are invited to submit written comments about the proposed cooperative procurement, with a strict deadline of 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025, which is seven days from the initial publication date of May 6th, 2025. Comments must be submitted electronically to wcpurchasing@washingtoncountyor.gov and will be reviewed by the county's procurement team. The county will evaluate submitted comments and make a written determination regarding whether the cooperative procurement represents the best interest of Washington County. Carolyn Kraaz, a Procurement Analyst I, has been designated as the primary point of contact for any questions related to this procurement opportunity.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational respondents, presenting an open competitive opportunity for potential vendors. The anticipated spend for this cooperative procurement is estimated at $40,000, providing a clear budget range for interested suppliers. The notice was officially posted on OregonBuys on May 6th, 2025, and emphasizes that any comments received after the seven-day comment window will not be considered. While the document does not specify detailed evaluation criteria beyond the best interest determination, it suggests a comprehensive review process by the county's procurement team. The cooperative agreement allows Washington County to efficiently acquire industrial and specialty gases by leveraging an existing Washington State contract, potentially providing cost savings and streamlined procurement processes. The opportunity represents a standard interstate cooperative procurement method that enables government entities to access pre-negotiated contract terms and pricing.