City of Laredo Ionwave #IFB-2026-092

City of Laredo Bid for Welding Gases and Medical Oxygen Supply

The City of Laredo Purchasing Division is seeking bids for a multi-year contract to supply welding gases and medical oxygen for city operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Laredo, Purchasing Division, City Secretary Office - Contact: Margarita Bosquez - Products Requested: - Wide range of industrial and medical gases, including: - Industrial Grade Acetylene (Size 3 & 4 cylinders) - Compressed Air Breathing Grade D (300 CF) - Argon (Industrial, Ultra High Purity, Shielding Gas Mix) - USP Grade Medical Carbon Dioxide - Helium (Ultra High Purity, Zero Grade) - Hydrogen (Zero Grade) - Nitrogen (Industrial, Liquid, Ultra High Purity) - Oxygen (Industrial, Medical, Turbo Torch) - Stargon-stargold (K and T steel cylinders) - Propane - Medical oxygen cylinders in various sizes (G, D, E) - Associated fees: safety/environmental services, cylinder tracking, rental fees, and discounts for unlisted items - Part Numbers & Quantities: - Specific part numbers provided for most gases (e.g., AC 3, AR 300, NI UHP300, CYL-G-Med-OXY 251) - Quantities are listed as single units per line item; actual order volume may vary - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contract term: 3 years, with option for a 2-year extension - Up to three vendors may be awarded - Compliance with OSHA and safety standards required - Cylinder tracking and environmental service fees included - Preference for local vendors (5% evaluation preference) - Delivery may include weekends and holidays - Bids must be delivered electronically or by hand; no mail, telegraph, email, or fax submissions - Discounts required for items not specifically listed - No specific OEMs are named; opportunity is open to all qualified manufacturers and suppliers of industrial and medical gases.

Description

This is an Invitation For Bid (IFB) issued by the City of Laredo for the procurement of welding gases and medical oxygen. Bidders are encouraged to submit proposals electronically or by hand delivery; mailed, telegraphic, email, or facsimile bids will not be considered. The City has a local vendor preference ordinance providing a 5% preference for local vendors. The contract will be awarded to up to three lowest responsive and responsible bidders.

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