Medical Gas Supply and Distribution

The contract entails the supply and distribution of USP/NF-compliant medical gases such as Oxygen USP, Nitrogen NF, Nitrous Oxide USP, Helium USP, Carbon Dioxide USP, Medical Air USP, Liquid Nitrogen, and specialty gas mixtures necessary for clinical operations at the Durham VA Medical Center. All gases must meet stringent pharmaceutical and regulatory standards to ensure patient safety and efficacy in medical treatments, including anesthesia, respiratory therapy, and diagnostic procedures. The contractor is responsible for consistent, reliable delivery to support daily clinical needs and emergency requirements without interruption. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 325120 and is managed by the 246-NETWORK Contracting Office 6 under the Department of Veterans Affairs. Performance is localized at Durham, North Carolina, with the zip code 27705 designated as the place of delivery. The opportunity was posted on August 3, 2026, and responses are due by August 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. While specific terms like set-aside status and point of contact are not provided, the requirement emphasizes compliance, quality control, and uninterrupted service to meet the critical healthcare demands of the VA facility.