Calhoun Community College - Procurement of Welding Gases and Materials - ITB #27-06 (2026)
John C Calhoun State Community CollegeHigher Ed · Tanner, AL- Due
- Nov 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Vanessa Adams
- (256) 306-2500
The 30-second brief
Calhoun Community College invites competitive bids for the procurement of welding gases and materials to support instruction and training in the welding labs under ITB #27-06. The required items include industrial gases such as helium, nitrogen, oxygen, propane, acetylene, argon, and carbon dioxide in various cylinder sizes, along with safety products, gas equipment, tools and hardware, welding products, and equipment. Bids are due by November 3, 2026, at 3:30 P.M. Central Standard Time at the Purchasing Suite, Math, Science and Administration Building (Building #14), 6250 Highway 31 North, Tanner, Alabama 35671. Prices submitted must remain effective for 30 days, and winning proposal prices must remain in effect for one year past the award date. Vendors must comply with Alabama immigration law verification, submit a vendor disclosure statement, and provide necessary insurance and licenses.
Helium Industrial 300, Nitrogen Industrial 300, Nitrogen, Oxygen Industrial 200, Oxygen Industrial 20, Propane Industrial 33, Propane, Acetylene Sz 4, Acetylene Sz 5, Acetylene SzMC, Argon 75 CD 25 Size 300, Argon Industrial 300, Carbon Dioxide Large, Helium Industrial 200
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Summary
Calhoun Community College invites competitive bids for the procurement of welding gases and materials to support instruction and training in the welding labs under ITB #27-06.
The required items include industrial gases such as helium, nitrogen, oxygen, propane, acetylene, argon, and carbon dioxide in various cylinder sizes, along with safety products, gas equipment, tools and hardware, welding products, and equipment. Bids are due by November 3, 2026, at 3:30 P.M. Central Standard Time at the Purchasing Suite, Math, Science and Administration Building (Building #14), 6250 Highway 31 North, Tanner, Alabama 35671. Prices submitted must remain effective for 30 days, and winning proposal prices must remain in effect for one year past the award date. Vendors must comply with Alabama immigration law verification, submit a vendor disclosure statement, and provide necessary insurance and licenses.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Helium Industrial 300
- Nitrogen Industrial 300
- Nitrogen
- Oxygen Industrial 200
- Oxygen Industrial 20
- Propane Industrial 33
- Propane
- Acetylene Sz 4
- Acetylene Sz 5
- Acetylene SzMC
- Argon 75 CD 25 Size 300
- Argon Industrial 300
- Carbon Dioxide Large
- Helium Industrial 200
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Response Form, Pricing Sheet, Vendor Disclosure Statement, Affidavit of Alabama Immigration Law Compliance, Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion Lower Tier Covered Transactions
- Submit to
- Calhoun Community College, Purchasing Suite, Math, Science and Administration Building (Building #14), 6250 Highway 31 North, Tanner, Alabama 35671 or P.O. Box 2216, Decatur, Alabama 35609
- Scope location
- Tanner, Alabama
- Reported agency
- Calhoun Community College
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from John C Calhoun State Community College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Calhoun Community College, Purchasing Suite, Math, Science and Administration Building (Building #14), 6250 Highway 31 North, Tanner, Alabama 35671 or P.O. Box 2216, Decatur, Alabama 35609. For questions, contact Vanessa Adams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including John C Calhoun State Community College in AL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Vanessa Adams at (256) 306-2500. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Helium Industrial 300, Nitrogen Industrial 300, Nitrogen, Oxygen Industrial 200, Oxygen Industrial 20, Propane Industrial 33, Propane, Acetylene Sz 4, Acetylene Sz 5, Acetylene SzMC, Argon 75 CD 25 Size 300, Argon Industrial 300, Carbon Dioxide Large, Helium Industrial 200. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Response Form, Pricing Sheet, Vendor Disclosure Statement, Affidavit of Alabama Immigration Law Compliance, Certification Regarding Debarment Suspension Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion Lower. Review the full document from John C Calhoun State Community College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tanner, Alabama. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.