NOI-Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Gases and Cryogenic Liquid Services for NCATS Facilities
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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 National Institutes of Health (NIH), specifically the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) for a non-competitive combined synopsis/solicitation to procure laboratory gases and cryogenic liquid services. The NIH intends to award a contract to Roberts Ozygen CO INC for these essential services. However, other interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements are invited to submit a response. Responses are due by June 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the continuous supply, delivery, monitoring, and maintenance of laboratory gases and cryogenic liquid systems at NCATS facilities in Rockville, MD. Key deliverables include bulk liquid nitrogen, carbon dioxide, telemetry monitoring services, liquid cylinders, delivery services, and associated cylinder usage support. These gases and liquids are critical for supporting scientific research, laboratory preservation systems, instrumentation, and operational continuity, including Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometers (LCMS), incubators, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) systems, and ultra-low freezers. All products must be compatible with existing NIH equipment.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Non-Competitive Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Notice of Intent)
- Intended Awardee: Roberts Ozygen CO INC
- NAICS Code: 325120 - Industrial Gas Manufacturing (Small Business Size Standard: 1200 employees)
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Published: May 21, 2026
- Place of Performance: NIH/NCATS 9800 Medical Center Drive, Rockville, MD 20850
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must submit responses demonstrating their bona-fide capabilities to provide the required products and services. Price quotes should include unit price, list price, shipping, handling, delivery days, prompt payment terms, F.O.B. Point, product/catalog numbers, and descriptions. Other factors like past performance, special features, warranty, and maintenance availability may be considered. Offerors claiming to be manufacturers or authorized resellers of brand-name products must provide specific product details and documentation proving compatibility with existing systems. All respondents must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), business size certification, and have an active registration in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
This announcement serves as the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. Applicable FAR clauses include 52.212-1, 52.212-2, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5. The Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) is not applicable. For inquiries, contact Jaddua Johnston at jaddua.johnston@nih.gov or 240-569-0006.