How to bid on Aviator Breathing Oxygen for Gowen Field, ID (Defense Logistics Agency)

What the agency is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy needs aviator's breathing oxygen, Type II, delivered to government-owned tanks at Gowen Field, Idaho. This is a five-year requirement, from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2031, with a possible six-month extension. The estimated quantity is 75,000 UG6.

The contractor will be responsible for providing all product, materials, supplies, management, tools, equipment, transportation, and labor for delivery. Associated services include expedited/emergency delivery, detention fees, fill line restriction orifice, and tank hot fill. The product must meet the requirements of MIL-PRF-27210J.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 14, 2026. All offers must be received by September 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Daylight Time (CDT). This is a firm deadline, and late offers may not be considered.

It is important to check the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) frequently for any amendments or updates to the solicitation. If amendments are issued, you must acknowledge them in your offer.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can supply Aviator's Breathing Oxygen, Type II, and provide related delivery and tank services. Firms with experience in supplying specialized gases to government or military installations, particularly those with logistics capabilities for F.O.B. Destination delivery, would be a good fit.

This is a Simplified Indefinite-Delivery, Firm Fixed-Price Requirements type Contract, using Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12, Commercial Acquisition procedures. Non-manufacturers are required to submit a Letter of Commitment.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click the "View original source" link. You may need to click it twice if it first lands you on the portal's homepage. A free account may be required to view documents.

Your offer must include a price, technical capability statement, past performance information, and meet all terms and conditions. Specifically, you must complete and submit the SF1449 (blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c), pricing pages (2-5), the technical capability data sheet (Attachment A1), the contractor performance data sheet (Attachment A2), and DLA FORM 1889 (Attachment A3) with the manufacturing fill-point. If you are a non-manufacturer, a Letter of Commitment is also required.

All offers, including acknowledged amendments, must be emailed to Hailey Mairs at [email protected] and Kelley Mauldin at [email protected] by the deadline. You must have an active System for Award Management (SAM) account and a DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) account to receive orders.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the Addendums to FAR 52.212-1 and FAR 52.212-2 for detailed offer instructions and evaluation criteria. Understanding these will help you tailor your response to what the DLA is looking for.

Ensure your technical capability statement clearly demonstrates your ability to meet the product specifications (MIL-PRF-27210J) and provide all required services. Highlight any experience with similar product delivery and tank services, especially to government facilities.

Be prepared for a potential Pre-award Survey (PAS) by the Contracting Officer. This may involve participation from your firm and employees at your fill point or production facility. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) may also be requested to verify product specifications.