Bid guide
How to bid on a 1,500-gallon liquid nitrogen tank and vaporizer lease for the FDA
What the FDA is buying
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking a vendor to lease a 1,500-gallon liquid nitrogen tank and vaporizer. This agreement also includes the refill of liquid nitrogen for their facility in Laurel, Maryland. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in industrial gas supply and equipment leasing.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 30, 2026. If you plan to attend the site visit, you must register your attendees by July 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central time. The site visit itself is scheduled for August 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern time. Written questions resulting from the site visit are due by August 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central time. The final deadline for submitting your quote is August 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM Central time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for companies that provide industrial gas equipment leasing and liquid nitrogen supply services. Vendors with experience in managing and refilling large-capacity liquid nitrogen tanks, particularly for government or research facilities, would be well-suited. The solicitation is categorized under supplies.
How to respond
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Tips for a competitive response
Ensure your quote clearly outlines the lease terms for the 1,500-gallon liquid nitrogen tank and vaporizer, as well as the pricing structure for liquid nitrogen refills. Pay close attention to any specified service level agreements or response times for refills and maintenance. If you attend the site visit, use the opportunity to gather detailed information and ask clarifying questions, submitting them in writing by the deadline. Address all line items, including the one for transition activities, as noted in Amendment A00001. Double-check that your submission is complete and adheres to all formatting and submission instructions before the August 24 deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Food and Drug Administration; the original posting controls.