Argon IDIQ
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Portsmouth is conducting a Sources Sought for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Argon, Technical, 99.98% by volume. This market research aims to identify qualified Total Small Business firms capable of supplying liquid Argon in 5850 CF Dewar Tanks for a base year and four potential option years. The place of performance is Kittery, ME. Responses are due by March 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the supply of Argon, Technical, 99.98% by volume, in liquid form, delivered in contractor-owned 5850 cubic foot Dewar Tanks with wheels. The Argon must meet specifications outlined in MIL-A-18455C. Key deliverables include:
- Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) (Item A001, FED-STD-313) to be provided with material.
- Certification of Analysis (COA) (Item A002, DI-MISC-80678) to be submitted prior to delivery, confirming compliance with MIL-A-18455C and including dewar count, lot number, and analytical results.
- Each dewar requires a perforated three-section tag indicating "Full/In Use/Empty."
- The product is classified as a hazardous material, requiring specific packaging and documentation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Not an RFQ) for an IDIQ contract.
- Duration: Base year + 4 potential option years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Response Due: March 10, 2026, 2:00 PM EST.
- Published: February 23, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Kittery, ME.
Submission Requirements
Interested and capable firms are encouraged to contact Gary Chandler at gary.1.chandler@dla.mil and provide the following information:
- Company Name
- Point of Contact (POC) Information
- Business Size
- Manufacturer Size
- CAGE Code
- Statement explaining capabilities
Additional Notes
This is a sources sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee future award. Bidders must review Attachment 1 - Specifications SPMYM326Q4S33 and Data Requirements SPMYM326Q4S33 for detailed item descriptions, material specifications, and mandatory data deliverables.