# Illinois BidBuy #27-416CMS-BOSS4-B-52903

Illinois CMS Solicits Medical and Laboratory Gases and Cylinder/Bulk Tank Rental via Joint Purchase Master Contract

**Posted:** September 23, 2026
**Respond By:** October 20, 2026
**Identifier:** 27-416CMS-BOSS4-B-52903
**NAICS:** 325120, 423490, 532283

This opportunity from the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) seeks suppliers for medical and laboratory gases, as well as cylinder and bulk tank rental, via a Joint Purchase Master Contract (JPMC).
- Government Buyer:
  - Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS), Bureau of Strategic Sourcing, Chief Procurement Office for General Services
  - Contract available to all Illinois governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies
- Products and Services Requested:
  - Medical and laboratory gases (e.g., acetylene, calibration gases with specific compositions and cylinder sizes)
  - Bulk gas tanks meeting Healthcare Facilities Code NFPA 99, with automatic switchover and alarms
  - Cylinder and bulk tank rental, including delivery, installation, certification, and training
  - Certification of Analysis (COA) for medical/lab gases and Certification of Conformance (COC) for industrial gases
  - Emergency and non-emergency repair services (2-hour initial response, 3-hour emergency, 24-hour non-emergency)
  - Delivery of full cylinders to designated storage areas and pick-up of empty cylinders at no additional cost
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to qualified suppliers
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - All equipment and accessories must meet industry standards for cleanliness, certification, and protection against degradation
  - Bulk tank rental terms include installation, certification, annual inspections, maintenance, and training
  - Vendors must provide 24/7 emergency contact and comply with federal and state regulations
  - Electronic bid submission via BidBuy; mandatory vendor disclosures; compliance with Illinois procurement regulations
  - Pre-bid conference via Webex for procurement requirements and bidder questions
- Delivery locations span multiple state agencies (e.g., IL State Police, IL Dept of Public Health, IL Dept of Veterans Affairs)
- Contract term is five years, with up to ten years including renewals and extensions; bulk tank leases last 60 months and may continue beyond contract expiration

### Description

This solicitation is issued by the Illinois Department of Central Management Services to establish a Joint Purchase Master Contract for medical and laboratory gases, including cylinder and bulk tank rental on an as-needed basis during the contract period. The vendor will provide delivery of full cylinders to designated storage areas and pick-up of empty cylinders at no additional cost. The contract enables governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase these supplies or services directly. A pre-bid conference will be held via Webex to explain procurement requirements and program goals.

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