Liquid Nitrogen for the Forest Products Laboratory
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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 USDA Forest Service is seeking proposals for the supply and delivery of Liquid Nitrogen to the Forest Products Laboratory (FPL), Center for Forest Mycology Research (CFMR) in Madison, WI. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a firm fixed-price contract. Proposals are due June 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 160-liter liquid nitrogen cylinders, delivered approximately twice weekly (every four days) to the FPL, using lab-owned tanks. The nitrogen must be compatible with CFMR-owned tanks for sensitive cryogenic instruments and ensure uninterrupted cryogenic stability. Deliveries must occur within three days of ordering.
According to the 'Schedule of Items' document, the core requirement is for '160L customer owned tanks of liquid nitrogen and delivery' (Item 0001), with an estimated quantity of 72 units. Bidders are expected to provide pricing for these items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (anticipated Firm Fixed-Price contract)
- Product Service Code: 6830 (Gases: Compressed And Liquefied)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 1, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC
- Published: May 8, 2026, 7:13 PM UTC
- Place of Performance: Madison, WI, United States
Key Requirements
- Delivery Frequency: Twice weekly (approx. every four days).
- Delivery Window: Within three days of ordering.
- Compatibility: Nitrogen must be compatible with CFMR-owned tanks for sensitive cryogenic instruments.
- Vendor Proximity: For safety and security, vendors must be located within 50 miles of the Forest Products Laboratory.
Additional Notes
Bidders must utilize the provided 'Schedule of Items' spreadsheet to submit their pricing, mirroring the level of detail expected for contractor pricing. This document also indicates the anticipated award of a firm fixed-price contract.