TSL Liquid Nitrogen Generator System

The Department of Homeland Security plans to award a sole source contract to Kelvin International for the purchase of a Liquid Nitrogen Generator System, storage tanks (dewars), and associated accessories. Kelvin International is uniquely qualified to meet all the technical requirements set forth by the Technical Support Laboratory (TSL), including features such as air cooling, automatic filling, adjustable pressure rate, and a production rate that aligns with TSL's specifications. After evaluating multiple manufacturers, only Kelvin International's product satisfies every requirement, making it the sole responsible source for this procurement. This contract will be awarded without competitive bidding in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, which allows for sole source procurement when only one responsible source exists. The contract solicitation number is HSHQDC-17-R-TBD, and the place of performance will be Atlantic City, New Jersey. The Office of Contract Administration Services Division of the Department of Homeland Security is managing this acquisition, with Phyllis A. Reaves serving as the primary point of contact. This notice explicitly states it is not a request for competitive proposals, leaving the decision to forego competition entirely at the government's discretion.