Argon Gas & Tank Rental

The City of Mesa awarded a requirements (IDIQ) contract for the supply of high‑purity liquid argon and the rental of bulk argon tanks to support municipal water‑resource operations. The contract is a six‑year agreement (December 2022 – December 2025) with an option for up to four additional years, targeting an annual spend of $50,000. The vendor must deliver argon (≥ 99.997 % purity) in 450 L+ tanks, meet strict pressure and safety specifications, provide rapid 48‑hour delivery on a Monday‑Thursday schedule, and perform annual inspections and maintenance at no cost to the City. Pricing is structured on a unit‑price basis, with all taxes and freight costs borne by the vendor. The sole awardee is Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. • Supplies liquid argon (≥ 99.997 % purity) and bulk‑tank rentals. • Mandatory delivery windows (Mon‑Thu, 7:30 am‑2:00 pm) with 48‑hour response time. • Vendor responsible for tank installation, annual inspection, repairs, safety documentation, and compliance with City insurance requirements.