City of Columbus #RFQ033588

City of Columbus Division of Water solicits ultra-high purity helium cylinders and delivery/rental services

The City of Columbus Division of Water is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of ultra-high purity helium cylinders for its analytical laboratories. - Government Buyer: - City of Columbus, Division of Water - Water Quality Assurance Laboratory (910 Dublin Road) - Surveillance Laboratory (1250 Fairwood Ave.) - Products Requested: - Ultra-high purity helium cylinders (291 cubic feet) - Estimated 4 to 6 cylinders per month - No specific OEMs or part numbers provided - Services Requested: - Delivery of helium cylinders to two laboratory locations - Monthly demurrage/rental charges per cylinder - Procurement Details: - Indefinite quantity blanket purchase orders to be established - Fixed pricing required for cylinders, delivery/trip charges, and rental/demurrage through contract period - Unique Requirements: - Bidders must provide general liability insurance and workers compensation - Pricing requested through March 31, 2027 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; bidders may propose any manufacturer meeting ultra-high purity standards.

Description

The City of Columbus, Division of Water is soliciting bids for cylinders of helium, ultra-high purity (291 c.f.), to be used in the analytical laboratory as a temporary measure to supplement helium supplies. The procurement intends to establish one or more indefinite quantity blanket purchase orders for delivery to two laboratory locations. Bidders are requested to provide fixed pricing through March 31, 2027, including costs per cylinder, delivery charges, and monthly rental charges. General liability insurance and workers compensation are required for bidders.

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