# SAM #PANROC26P0000036026

Helium leak inspection and retesting services for Tooele Army Depot containers

**Buyer:** W6QK ACC-RI
**Posted:** October 14, 2026
**Respond By:** October 28, 2026
**Identifier:** PANROC26P0000036026
**NAICS:** 541380

The U.S. Army is seeking certified helium leak inspections and failure retesting for containers at Tooele Army Depot.
- **Government buyer:** Department of the Army; Tooele Army Depot (TEAD); U.S. Army Contracting Command–Rock Island (W6QK ACC-RI).
- **Services requested:** Inspect 100 newly fabricated one-metric-ton mercury containers and provide up to 10 retests for failed tests.
  - Amendment 0001 revised the quantities from 400 to 100 inspections and from 25 to 10 retests.
  - Retesting is a variable-quantity item; payment is limited to authorized retests successfully completed and accepted by the Government.
- **Notable technical requirements:**
  - Perform the work at TEAD using an ASNT Level II or Level III certified inspector.
  - Pressurize containers to 15.0 PSIG ±0.2 psi using a gas mixture containing at least 50% helium, then conduct pressure-hold checks and scan welds and seals.
  - Use a calibrated detector capable of detecting 5E-6 standard cm³/sec; passing containers must meet the specified corrected leak-rate limit of less than 1.0E-5 standard cm³/sec.
  - Bubble tests and other liquid leak indicators are prohibited. The contractor supplies helium and specialized test equipment; the Government provides containers, facilities, utilities, and material-handling support.
  - Submit the inspection procedure before testing and provide a final report with container serial numbers and pass/fail results, plus a valid leak-detector calibration certificate.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No OEMs, service vendors, or equipment manufacturers are named in the provided materials.
- **Performance period:** One 12-month base period (365 days), with testing scheduled in coordination with the Contracting Officer’s Representative after the Government’s assembly work. No option years are stated.
- **Procurement estimate:** Approximately $50,000–$150,000; this is an analytical estimate, as no solicitation value is provided.

### Description

<p>Amendment 0001 - 1st paragraph page 1, changed quantity of 400 to 100 and 25 to 10.</p>

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<p>Requirement - Helium Inspection Services.</p>

<p>Read all attachments.</p>

<p>Please make certain Cage Code is current.</p>

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