6835-- BULK OXYGEN
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Long Beach Healthcare System, has issued a Special Notice of Intent (NOI) to award a sole-source delivery order to Matheson Tri-Gas Inc. for bulk oxygen and associated services. This is not a request for competitive proposals. Responses from interested parties are due by March 10, 2026, 7:00 AM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The intended delivery order covers the provision of:
- Bulk oxygen delivery
- Rental of main and backup oxygen tanks
- Telemetry services
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) upon delivery
- Portal Admin fee
Justification for Sole Source
The VA's justification for other than full and open competition stems from unusual circumstances regarding the accessibility of the main and backup oxygen tanks. These tanks are currently located adjacent to an ongoing Mental Health construction project, which limits access. Removing and installing a new system, including commissioning, would create significant hardship for the facility. Furthermore, Engineering Services lacks the capacity to manage another small construction project due to staff shortages, and no contingency plan is in place for new equipment transition. The current system remains operational.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice of Intent (NOI) for a sole-source delivery order
- Anticipated Awardee: Matheson Tri-Gas Inc.
- NAICS Code: 325120
- PSC: 6835 (Medical Gases)
- Response Due: March 10, 2026, 7:00 AM Pacific Time (Los Angeles, USA)
- Published: February 24, 2026
Solicitation Procedures
The anticipated acquisition procedures are in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(1), which allows for soliciting from a single source for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold when circumstances deem only one source reasonably available due to unusual circumstances and urgency.
Competition & Inquiries
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any response must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement, with the decision remaining at the Government's sole discretion. All inquiries must be submitted via email to Anthony.delacruz@va.gov.