Compressed and Liquefied Gases
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 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), specifically the USDA ARS AFM APD office, has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) 1232SA26Q0135 for Compressed and Liquefied Gases and Cylinders. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to support scientific research at the Roman L. Hruska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) in Clay Center, NE. Quotations are due by February 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
This acquisition requires the provision of compressed gases and cylinders on an as-needed basis, with delivery mandated within 48 hours of request. The services will support high-priority research problems for the U.S. beef, sheep, and swine industries. A detailed list of required products and estimated annual quantities is provided in Article A of the Statement of Work (SOW). The contract also includes a Continuity of Services clause, requiring the contractor to assist in phase-in/phase-out training and cooperate with any successor contractor or government entity.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Base Year plus Four Option Years
- Period of Performance: Base Year from March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with four subsequent option years extending through February 28, 2031.
- Place of Performance: Roman L. Hruska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center, 844 Road 313, Clay Center, NE 68933.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 325120, Industrial Gas Manufacturing, 1200 employees size standard).
- Quotations Due: February 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM CT.
- Published Date: January 28, 2026.
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method. Technical acceptability requires meeting all solicitation requirements and demonstrating an acceptable Past Performance rating. All questions and offers must be submitted via email ONLY to james.porter@usda.gov. The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference, with full text available electronically at www.acquisition.gov. Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).