NITROGEN, LIQUID

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 and Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13). It constitutes the only solicitation, and a written solicitation will not be issued. The procurement is for "NITROGEN, LIQUID" (Item 0001), a critical application item meeting specific technical requirements (A-A-59503 Type-II Grade-A Class-1, Mercury Free/Oil Free). The quantity is 6,000 gallons, with a Firm Fixed Price arrangement.

• Product: Nitrogen, Liquid (A-A-59503 Type-II Grade-A Class-1, Mercury Free/Oil Free)

• Quantity: 6,000 Gallons

• Delivery: To DTO SUB BASE BLDG-1320 NITROGEN SHOP, prior to 1300 PM. Notify GLENN UMENO at 808-368-0385 of delivery schedule.

• Vendor Requirements:

  • Provide certification of batch/lot analysis ensuring conformance and updated tank inspection report(s) as required by 49CFR171 (latest).
  • Maintain tank pressure at approximately 70 PSI during fill.
  • Delivery vehicles must disable or enclose cameras due to base security regulations.
  • Technical Nitrogen must be IAW A-A-59503 Rev-E DTD 4 June 2025.
  • COA (Certificate of Analysis) and COC (Certificate of Conformance) required.
  • Airgas, Inc. must be listed as the authorized manufacturer on the Approved for the LLN/HMCN being procured.
  • If not the requested manufacturer, SDS must be submitted to C244 for approval, which may cause delays.
  • SDS must be within 5 years.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is to a specific location.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Quote Due Date: 05/04/2026; 12:00 PM HST

• Submission Method: Email quotes to angela.morrelli.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Required Quote Information: Company information, price of material, manufacturer name, country of origin, business size, delivery date/lead time, reseller/distributor status, and pricing agreement details if applicable.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Responsibility Screening: Will be performed using PPIRS and in accordance with FAR 9.104.

• Unrestricted procurement.

• Offerors must complete and include attached provisions: 52.204-24, 52.204-26, 252.204-7016, and 252.204-7019.

• A comprehensive list of FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions are included.

• Vendors must be registered in the SAM database to be considered for award.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for LIQUID NITROGEN. The issuing agency is DLA MARITIME - PEARL HARBOR.

• Procurement of LIQUID NITROGEN, A-A-59503 TYPE-II GRADE-A CLASS-1, MERCURY FREE/OIL FREE.

• Vendor must provide Certification of Batch/Lot Analysis and updated Tank Inspection Reports.

• Maintain tank pressure at approximately 70 PSI during fill.

• Delivery vehicles must disable or enclose cameras due to base security regulations.

• Technical specifications require compliance with A-A-59503 REV-E.

• Additional requirements include COA and COC.

• Airgas, Inc. is listed as the authorized manufacturer.

• Mercury compounds are prohibited.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Quotations must be submitted to the issuing office by 04 May 2026.

• The document references various DLAD clauses and notes related to procurement, shipping, and payment.

• Payment will be made via Government Purchase Card or Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• Past performance will be evaluated using the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).

• Offers of alternate product will not be evaluated if the solicitation is automated, does not meet a $600 savings threshold, or if evaluation would delay award.

• This RFQ is NOT a small business set-aside.

• The document includes detailed instructions for shipping, packaging, inspection, and acceptance.

• Contractors must be registered in the SAM database.

• Specific contact information for the Contracting Specialist, Angela Morrelli, is provided.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Memorandum to the File" justifying the use of other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. It details the item or service being procured, the justification for soliciting from a single source, and the relevant certifications and approvals.

This document indicates that the government intends to solicit from a single source, Airgas Honolulu, for the supply of Liquid Nitrogen. The justification is based on "Other Reasons" and "Unusual and Compelling Urgency." Specifically, Airgas Honolulu is identified as the only local source with the capacity to provide the required quantity and purity of liquid nitrogen with the necessary frequency and short notice for Shipyard operations. They are also able to provide the necessary equipment to validate product purity. The urgency is tied to supporting critical systems (CNO, FMB, FMR, SY medical, PS1, P302, O2, DI, VLS systems) with at least 4500psi on every boat prior to deployment. This suggests that vendors who cannot meet these specific local, capacity, purity, and rapid delivery requirements may not be considered for this particular acquisition.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document contains several Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses and provisions that are critical for potential bidders to understand. These include requirements related to telecommunications equipment and services, supply chain security, and small business program representations.

• FAR 52.204-26, 52.204-24, 52.204-25: Provisions and clauses concerning the prohibition of contracting for certain telecommunications and video surveillance equipment or services, including representations regarding the use and provision of such equipment/services. Bidders must review and represent their compliance.

• FAR 52.204-27: Prohibition on the use of ByteDance covered applications (e.g., TikTok) on executive agency information technology, including contractor-provided IT.

• FAR 52.204-29 & 52.204-30: Provisions and clauses related to the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act (FASCSA) Orders, prohibiting the provision or use of certain covered articles or products from prohibited sources. Bidders must conduct a reasonable inquiry and disclose any non-compliance.

• DFARS 252.204-7016: Representation regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment or services.

• DLAD Procurement Notes: Various notes address superseded part numbers, manufacturing phase-outs, supply chain traceability documentation retention, correction of nonconforming packaging, product verification testing, and origin inspection evaluation factors.

• FAR 52.219-1: Small Business Program Representations, requiring bidders to self-certify their business size and status (e.g., small business, SDB, WOSB, VOSB, HUBZone).

• The document references FAR 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and DFARS.

• Evaluation is based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Capability (Acceptable/Unacceptable), Price, and Delivery.

• Technical capability must be met for price to be evaluated. Lowest priced technically acceptable offer will be selected.

• The Government may award a single contract for the entire effort.

• Vendors should submit their best terms initially, as exchanges may not occur.

• Quotes with conflicting or disadvantageous vendor-specific terms may be considered unacceptable.

• NAICS Code: 331420 with a size standard of 1,050 employees.

• Bidders must complete small business representations (FAR 52.219-1).

• Payment instructions are provided via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) per DFARS 252.232-7006.

• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is encouraged per DLAD 5452.233-9001.

• Specific clauses and notes (e.g., H01, H02, H04, L22, L31) may apply based on the specific item being procured, requiring adherence to Qualified Products Lists (QPL), source control, or restrictions on additive manufacturing.