SAM #RFP-A27-0308

Ames Laboratory Procurement of High-Purity Gases and Cryogenic Liquids

Ames Laboratory, under the Department of Energy, is seeking a supplier for a broad range of high-purity compressed gases and cryogenic liquids to support scientific research. - Government Buyer: - Department of Energy, Ames Laboratory - Products Requested: - Compressed gases: Argon, Helium, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Hydrogen, Carbon Dioxide, Propane, and specialty gas mixtures - Multiple grades (Industrial, High Purity, Ultra High Purity) - Various cylinder sizes (e.g., Size 200, Size 300, 6-pack cradles) - Quantities range from single units to hundreds of cylinders annually - Cryogenic liquids: Liquid Nitrogen, Liquid Helium, Liquid Argon - Supplied in dewars (60L, 100L, 230L, 250L, 500L) and bulk quantities (up to 400,000 units for liquid nitrogen) - Notable Requirements: - Supplier must provide delivery, refilling, and removal of cylinders and dewars - Cylinder management, including leak checks, valve replacement, hydrostatic testing, and demurrage management - E-commerce ordering, automatic replenishment, and expedited delivery (within one day if needed) - Software and barcode scanners for inventory tracking - Delivery tickets must include BPA and PO numbers - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Quantities and Part Numbers: - Detailed line items with part numbers and quantities are provided (see product line items section) - Unique Aspects: - Emphasis on reliability, high quality, and comprehensive logistics support - Requirement for supplier-owned cylinders and tracking software

Description

The Ames Laboratory (referred to as “Laboratory”) conducts fundamental and applied research that helps the world to better understand fundamentals of chemistry, physics, and materials science. The Laboratory translates that knowledge into new and unique materials, processes, and technologies that advance the nation’s energy and economic competitiveness and enhance national security. To facilitate this work effort, the Laboratory requires a reliable source of high-quality compressed scientific gases, as well as liquid nitrogen and liquid helium.

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