How to bid on Pressure Vessels (CS) for Mexichem Fluor Inc.

What Mexichem Fluor Inc. is buying

Mexichem Fluor Inc. (MFI) plans to request quotes for multiple carbon-steel pressure vessels. These vessels are for a new Lithium hexafluorophosphate (LiPF6) plant in Louisiana. The project is supported by a Department of Energy Grant.

The vessels must meet ASME Section VIII, Division 1 requirements, be stamped, and registered with the National Board. Some of these units will be jacketed vessels. This is a significant opportunity for manufacturers specializing in industrial pressure vessels.

Key dates and deadlines

The advertisement for this opportunity runs from August 19, 2026, through September 17, 2026. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) is expected to be released around September 17, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is September 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.

It is important to note that certain preliminary steps, such as signing a non-disclosure agreement and obtaining technology licensor approval, must be completed within the advertisement duration, before you can receive bid documents.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms and manufacturers with expertise in fabricating ASME Section VIII, Division 1 coded pressure vessels, particularly those made of carbon steel. Experience with jacketed vessels is also relevant.

Vendors must be successfully registered and in good standing with SAM.gov. Additionally, approval from the technology licensor is a mandatory requirement.

How to respond

To begin, you need to contact [email protected] to obtain a non-disclosure agreement, copying [email protected]. This NDA must be executed, and you must also be approved by the technology licensor within the advertisement period.

Once these prerequisites are met, and you are actively registered with SAM.gov, you will be able to receive the bid documents. Proposal evaluation will consider technical capabilities, commercial terms, governmental compliance, past relevant experience, supplier qualifications, and adherence to submittal requirements.

Tips for a competitive response

Ensure your firm's SAM.gov registration is current and active. This is a fundamental requirement for all government-related contracting.

Pay close attention to the technical specifications, especially the ASME Section VIII, Division 1 coding and National Board registration requirements. Clearly demonstrate your capability to meet these standards.

Highlight any previous experience with similar carbon-steel pressure vessels or jacketed vessels. Provide references that can attest to your firm's quality and reliability in this specialized area.

Begin the process of obtaining the non-disclosure agreement and technology licensor approval as early as possible. These steps are critical and must be completed before you can access the full bid documents.