Supply of Tetrafluoroethane (R-134a) Refrigerant Gas

The contract entails the supply and delivery of 8,000 cubic yards of HFC-134a refrigerant gas, also known as tetrafluoroethane or R-134a, under strict adherence to military specifications and Defense Logistics Agency logistics standards. The material is intended for use within Department of Defense systems requiring certified refrigerant, ensuring operational readiness and environmental compliance. All deliveries must meet the technical and regulatory requirements defined by DLA, including packaging, labeling, and documentation protocols aligned with defense procurement protocols. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 325120, which corresponds to the manufacturing of synthetic organic chemicals, indicating the supplier is expected to be a qualified chemical producer capable of meeting federal defense-grade quality controls. The solicitation was posted on August 4, 2026, and is managed through the DLA’s DIBBS portal with the contract reference SPE4A616D0226 and delivery identifier SPE4A626FD79M. Performance is not tied to a specific location, suggesting the refrigerant may be distributed to multiple defense installations nationwide, and no set-aside provisions or small business preferences are indicated, allowing any qualified vendor to compete.