26-416CMS-BOSS4-B-49854 | JPMC Medical and Laboratory Gases

Solicitation 26-416CMS-BOSS4-B-49854 is an Invitation for Bid issued by the Illinois Department of Central Management Services to establish a Joint Purchase Master Contract for the as-needed procurement of medical and laboratory gases, including cylinder and bulk tank rentals. This indefinite quantity contract is available for use by governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies throughout the State of Illinois. The initial term is five years commencing April 28, 2026, with a maximum total duration of ten years including renewals. Award is based on the lowest price from responsive and responsible bidders, with a 1.0% Business Enterprise Program goal. The selected vendor is responsible for delivering full cylinders and picking up empty ones at no additional cost, with a standard delivery window of 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Deliveries must generally occur within two business days of a purchase order. Technical compliance requires adherence to NFPA 55 and 99 codes, as well as regulations from the FDA, EPA, DOT, and OSHA. All deliveries must be F.O.B. Destination, with a minimum order of 500 dollars to avoid additional freight charges. Vendors must provide a Certification of Analysis for medical and laboratory gases and a Certification of Conformance for industrial gases upon delivery. Bids must be submitted electronically via BidBuy and remain firm for 90 days from the opening date.