Texas A&M University 02-TEEX-ITB-3133

Blanket Agreement - Aerobic Hydrocarbon Digesting Microbe Cultures

The government buyer is Texas A&M University, specifically through its Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) and Emergency Services Training Institute (ESTI). The awarded product is Microbe Cultures capable of digesting hydrocarbons in the C6 to C28 range, mainly isoalkanes in the C9 to C13 range. The cultures can be in dehydrated or liquid form and must not contain surfactants or emulsifying agents. The microbes must be viable in a pH range of 6 to 9. The estimated quantity is up to 720 gallons, with an estimated weekly usage of 10-20 gallons or 15-30 pounds. Delivery is to TEEX Brayton Fire Field, College Station, TX. The contract includes a renewal option for up to four additional years, one year at a time, with pricing adjustments allowed only if cost changes occur, otherwise pricing is to be held firm. Vendors must comply with delivery terms, insurance during shipping, export control regulations, and may be required to submit a VPAT. The vendor must also accept Texas A&M University terms and conditions or have them prevail where differences exist. No specific OEM or vendor names are mentioned in the document.

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Blanket Agreement for Microbe Cultures involving Aerobic Hydrocarbon Digesting Microbe Cultures. The agreement includes estimated quantities and delivery on an as-needed basis. The microbes must be viable in a pH range of 6 to 9 standard units and capable of digesting hydrocarbons in the C6 to C28 range, primarily Isoalkanes in the C9 to C13 range. Delivery location is TEEX Brayton Fire Field, College Station, TX.

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