Specialty Gases (Cylinder, Micro-Bulk, and Bulk)

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is seeking bids from qualified vendors for a contract to provide specialty gases, including cylinder, micro-bulk, and bulk delivery, for a five-year period from July 10, 2024 to July 9, 2029, with an option to renew for an additional five years. The Department requires a wide range of compressed specialty gases and cryogenic liquids, such as helium, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, and argon, to support its operations. Respondents must provide detailed pricing information on the Rate Schedule form, and bids will be evaluated based on the lowest total price. The optional pre-response site visit is scheduled for January 17, 2024, and responses are due by February 26, 2024. The Department intends to make a single award, but reserves the right to award to multiple respondents or make no award.

The solicitation does not mention any set-aside requirements or preferences for certain types of businesses, such as disadvantaged enterprises or veteran-owned firms. Additionally, the documents do not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The contract does not specify a budget range, but the Department will not reimburse the Contractor for any costs incurred in the performance of the contract, as pricing will be based on the fixed unit rates provided in the Rate Schedule.