SAM #SPE60326R5X62

DLA Energy Seeks Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated Fuel Storage Facility in Portland, Maine Area

DLA Energy is seeking market research responses from businesses capable of providing Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP) services in the Portland, Maine area. - Government Buyer: - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy, Department of Defense - Products/Services Requested: - Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated Defense Fuel Support Point services - Storage capacity for approximately 150,000 barrels of Jet A aviation turbine fuel - Minimum of two interconnected tanks required - Additive injection capability for all outbound Jet A shipments - Facility must be fully operational and available at contract award - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Facility must be located within a ten-mile radius of Portland, Maine - Must have pier/dock access for a barge up to 8,400 DWT (365 feet LOA, 15 feet depth at mean low water) - Dock must include a turning dolphin and mooring points for 8-10 lines - All storage must be at a single facility - Contract Details: - Anticipated as a four-year Firm-Fixed-Price contract - Includes a five-year option and possible six-month extension - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified suppliers capable of meeting these requirements.

Description

For reference purposes, this SAM.gov notice is numbered SPE60326R5X62.

SOURCES SOUGHT SPE603-26-R-5X62

CONTRACTOR-OWNED, CONTRACTOR-OPERATED (COCO) DEFENSE FUEL SUPPORT POINT (DFSP) SERVICES IN THE PORTLAND, MAINE AREA 

This is a Sources Sought Notice and is intended for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or as an obligation on the part of the Defense Logistics Agency Energy (DLA-Energy).

This notice is issued for the purpose of market research in accordance with the Federal Acquisitions Regulation (FAR) Part 10. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), a promise to issue an RFP, or a promise by the Government to pay for information received in response to this request or any subsequent announcement. This information is subject to modification and in no way binds the Government to award a contract.

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy - FESBA seeks to identify responsibly qualified businesses and obtain information regarding possible suppliers who can provide Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated (COCO) Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP) services in the Portland, ME area. Approximately 150,000 barrels storage (fill) of Aviation Turbine Fuel capacity is required. A minimum of two tanks interconnected. Additive injection capability is required for all Jet A outbound shipments to regrade to Jet A with additives. All storage must be available and operational upon award at a single facility.  

Aviation turbine fuel, commercial grade Jet A. Additive injection capability is required for all Jet A outbound shipments to regrade to Jet A with additives.

The U.S. Government (USG) anticipates solicitation of a four-year Firm-Fixed-Price contract with one five-year option. The Period of Performance (PoP) for the four-year base period is estimated to begin on July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2031, with one five-year option period from July 1, 2031 through June 30, 2036, and an option to extend the contract for a total of no more than six months from July 1, 2036 through January 31, 2037.Approximately 150,000 barrels storage (fill) capacity is required. A minimum of two tanks interconnected. Additive injection capability is required for all Jet A outbound shipments to regrade to Jet A with additives. All storage must be available and operational upon award at a single facility.  

The following information is requested: 

Interested companies should respond to the following:

1. A company profile to include number of employees, office location (s), DUNS/CAGE Code number, and a statement regarding current business status. Please note that registration in the SAM is required for DLA Energy contractors.

2. Capability of providing qualified and experienced personnel with appropriate clearances, if required.

3. Past Performance: Do you have past performance as a prime contractor or subcontractor on service contracts for similar fuels management requirements? If so, please provide the following: Contract Number, Name of Government Agency or Commercial Entity, Period of Performance, Dollar Value, Type of Contract (Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursement, etc.), and an explanation of services provided as they relate to fuel Dock Services. If your firm acted as a subcontractor or joint venture, name the prime contractor or other party, the specific work performed and percentage. Address any past performance problems, and resolutions taken.

4. Do you anticipate any type of teaming arrangement for this requirement? If yes, please address what kind of arrangement and what percentage of work, type (s) of service would you perform.

5. Does your company have the financial capability and financial stability, and/or adequate lines of credit to sustain and support a four-year contract at one or more locations, in the event there are delays with the payment process?

6. What realistic phase-in period would you require to commence performance with personnel, equipment, and materials?

All responses to this notice are to be submitted NLT 15:00 Local Time Ft Belvoir, VA on June 29, 2026. Only responses submitted via E-Mail will be considered. E-Mail submissions to Lisa.Marsh@dla.mil 

Primary Point of Contact:

Lisa Marsh

Contract Specialist

Lisa.Marsh@dla.mil

Phone: 445.737.4038

Contracting Office Address:

8725 John J. Kingman Road

Fort Belvoir, Virginia 22060-6222

United States

Place of Performance:

Portland, Maine Area: access required via pier and/or dock capable of receiving and berthing a barge not to exceed 8,400 deadweight tonnage (DWT), 365 feet length overall (LOA) with a depth of 15 feet mean low water from the dock to the ocean and equipped with a turning dolphin capable of accommodating the lateral forces induced when turning a vessel and provide mooring points for 8-10 lines. Place of Performance within a ten mile radius of Portland, Maine Area, United States.

Primary Point of Contact:

Lisa Marsh

Contract Specialist

Lisa.Marsh@dla.mil

Phone: 445.737.4038

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