Liquid Argon & Oxygen
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 Army Contracting Command-Redstone Arsenal (Corpus Christi Army Depot) is issuing this Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for the delivery of Bulk Liquid Argon and Oxygen. This market research will help determine the procurement method for a requirement consisting of a base year plus four (4) option years. Responses are due by February 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide recurring tank fills for Government-owned 1,500-gallon tanks located at the Metal Spray Shop (J3P64B3) in Corpus Christi, TX. Key requirements include:
- Bulk Liquid Argon: Used as a carrier gas for plasma spray processes; must comply with Mil-A-18455C composition requirements.
- Bulk Liquid Oxygen: Used as a carrier gas for plasma spray processes; must meet specific salient characteristics (odorless, light blue cryogenic liquid, CAS 7782-44-7).
- Deliverables: A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is required with every delivery. Deliveries are triggered by telemetric readings.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Duration: Anticipated base year plus four (4) option years
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST
- Current Contract: W912NW21P0045 (expires June 29, 2026)
Evaluation
This is for informational purposes only. The Government will use responses to determine if the requirement should be set aside for small businesses or procured through full and open competition. Multiple awards may be considered.
Additional Notes
Interested firms must submit their organization name, address, CAGE code, POC information, and website to Terry B. Clark at terry.b.clark4.civ@army.mil. Reference the synopsis number in the email subject line.