Notice of Intent to Award on a Sole Source Basis - 1232SA26SS1169195 - Tank Rental with Weekly delivery of Small Quantity of Liquid Nitrogen/Dry-Ice USDA-ARS-NEA Beltsville MD
Overview
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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 USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), North East Area, intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price contract on a sole source basis to Roberts Oxygen Co Inc. for the rental of two liquid nitrogen tanks and weekly deliveries of liquid nitrogen and dry-ice in Beltsville, MD. This is a Notice of Intent, not a request for quotations.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the rental of two liquid nitrogen tanks and the weekly delivery of small quantities of liquid nitrogen and dry-ice. These services are essential for USDA-ARS-NEA operations in Beltsville, MD.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order (Sole Source)
- Awardee: Roberts Oxygen Co Inc.
- Period of Performance: July 20, 2026, through July 19, 2031 (estimated)
- NAICS Code: 325120 (Industrial Gas Manufacturing)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Published: April 21, 2026
- Response Deadline (for challenging sole source): April 27, 2026 (within seven calendar days of notice)
Action Items
This notice is for informational purposes only. Potential sources who believe they can provide the listed services are invited to submit substantiating documentation in writing to the identified point of contact. Information received will be considered solely for determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Oral communications are not acceptable, and no telephone calls are being accepted.
Additional Notes
Award will be made in accordance with FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services, specifically FAR 12.204. A determination by the Government to compete this proposed contract based on responses is solely at the Government's discretion.