6835--BULK OXYGEN and TANK RENTAL
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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) Network Contracting Office 6 intends to award a sole source Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order to MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC. for Bulk Oxygen and Tank Rental services at the Asheville VA Medical Center, NC. This notice is for a short-term requirement from April 6, 2026, to October 6, 2026, with a competitive procurement planned as a follow-on.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the provision of Bulk Oxygen and Tank Rental services necessary for the operations of the Asheville VA Medical Center.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order (sole source intent)
- Duration: April 6, 2026 - October 6, 2026
- NAICS Code: 325120 (Chemical Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,200 Employees
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, by 12:00 PM EST
- Published: April 6, 2026
Evaluation
This is a Notice of Intent and not a request for competitive quotations. However, responsible sources interested in demonstrating their capability to meet this requirement may submit information for consideration. The VA will use this information to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible for the current short-term need, prior to the planned follow-on competitive procurement.
Additional Notes
All inquiries and capability statements must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. The contracting office is Network Contracting Office 6 (36C246), located in Hampton, VA.