Liquid Helium, Main Campus - Term Contract
ID: 50001-2573 • State: Louisiana
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The Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is issuing this solicitation for a term contract to provide liquid helium. The contract aims to support the scientific research applications at the LSU Chemistry Department and the Center for Advanced Microstructures & Devices (CAMD). The goal is to ensure a reliable supply of liquid helium for various research needs.
Work Details
The contractor will supply liquid helium in specified quantities and dewars as follows:
1. 750 liters in 250-liter dewars for the Chemistry Department.
2. 950 liters in 100-liter dewars for the Chemistry Department.
3. 100 liters in 60-liter dewars for the Chemistry Department.
4. 2500 liters in 250-liter dewars for CAMD.
All dewars must meet specific requirements including:
- Super insulated design suitable for liquid helium.
- Standard liquid helium transfer port accommodating a stab diameter of ½ inch.
- Lifting hooks for overhead lifting by hoist or crane.
- Electric heaters to pressurize the dewar to 4 PSI.
The supplier must include all rental, delivery, and applicable fees in their quoted pricing, with no additional charges accepted beyond the original bid.
Period of Performance
The contract will commence upon award and will remain effective until July 15, 2025, with potential renewals or extensions at LSU's discretion.
Place of Performance
Deliveries will be made to two locations:
1. LSU Chemistry Department, Shipping and Receiving, 0133 Choppin Hall, Baton Rouge, LA 70803.
2. LSU Center for Advanced Microstructures & Devices (CAMD), 6980 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70806.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with insurance requirements as specified in the solicitation. The successful bidder will need to furnish a certificate of insurance naming the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College as an additional insured on all liability policies.
The Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is issuing this solicitation for a term contract to provide liquid helium. The contract aims to support the scientific research applications at the LSU Chemistry Department and the Center for Advanced Microstructures & Devices (CAMD). The goal is to ensure a reliable supply of liquid helium for various research needs.
Work Details
The contractor will supply liquid helium in specified quantities and dewars as follows:
1. 750 liters in 250-liter dewars for the Chemistry Department.
2. 950 liters in 100-liter dewars for the Chemistry Department.
3. 100 liters in 60-liter dewars for the Chemistry Department.
4. 2500 liters in 250-liter dewars for CAMD.
All dewars must meet specific requirements including:
- Super insulated design suitable for liquid helium.
- Standard liquid helium transfer port accommodating a stab diameter of ½ inch.
- Lifting hooks for overhead lifting by hoist or crane.
- Electric heaters to pressurize the dewar to 4 PSI.
The supplier must include all rental, delivery, and applicable fees in their quoted pricing, with no additional charges accepted beyond the original bid.
Period of Performance
The contract will commence upon award and will remain effective until July 15, 2025, with potential renewals or extensions at LSU's discretion.
Place of Performance
Deliveries will be made to two locations:
1. LSU Chemistry Department, Shipping and Receiving, 0133 Choppin Hall, Baton Rouge, LA 70803.
2. LSU Center for Advanced Microstructures & Devices (CAMD), 6980 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70806.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with insurance requirements as specified in the solicitation. The successful bidder will need to furnish a certificate of insurance naming the Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College as an additional insured on all liability policies.
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Opportunity ID
50001-2573
Response Deadline
July 15, 2025
Past Due
Date Posted
June 24, 2025
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$500,000 - $1,000,000
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Agency Distribution
High
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On 6/24/25 ++ University - LSU - Baton Rouge in Louisiana issued Liquid Helium, Main Campus - Term Contract with ID 50001-2573 due 7/15/25.
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