In order to become a Federal helium supplier,
(a)
You must be a private helium merchant and demonstrate to BLM in writing that you have:
(1)
Adequate financial resources to pay for BLM helium and helium related services;
(2)
Adequate facilities and equipment to meet delivery schedules and quality standards required by Federal helium buyers; and
(3)
A satisfactory record of performance in the distribution of helium or other compressed gases.
(b)
You must fill out and execute BLM's In-Kind Crude Helium Sales Contract and submit it to BLM for approval.