Questions and Answers 3 August 2026.pdf

AGE Fuel Tank (FA481926Q0057) Questions and Answers

Tyndall AFB, Florida

325CONS/PKA

Category 1: Fuel Configurations

1.1 Direct-to-Plane vs. AGE Equipment Only: Will this system be used for direct-to-aircraft refueling, or is it for refueling Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) / Ground Support Equipment (GSE)? Only for Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE), no Aircraft servicing

1.2 Single vs. Split Tank Configuration: The specifications mention storing "AVGAS and Jet-A," but list a single 6,000-gallon capacity. To avoid misfuelling (mixing AVGAS and Jet-A): • Is this a single-compartment 6,000-gallon tank dedicated to only one fuel type? • Or, is it a split-compartment tank (e.g., 3,000 / 3,000 gallons) to store and dispense both fuels simultaneously? AGE Will only need Jet A type of fuel; no other types will be needed.

1.3 Duplicated Hardware: If a split-compartment tank is required, does the Government require completely duplicated and segregated dispensing, filtration, and metering hardware for each fuel side? No, the current vendor has set up the tank to be able to add on 2 additional fuel dispensers. This will mitigate the purchase of an additional tank.

1.4 Fuel Additives (DiEGME): Will the stored Jet-A contain Fuel System Icing Inhibitor (FSII) additives (such as DiEGME per MIL-DTL-85470)? Note: DiEGME is highly corrosive and requires military-rated, compatible wetted components. It will have

FSII

Category 2: Technical, Material & Filtration Specifications

2.1 Aviation Quality Standards: Should this system comply with commercial aviation standards NFPA 407, ATA-103, PEI RP1300, or military standard UFC 3-460-01? N/A these tanks will only be used on AGE.

2.2 Filtration & Water Defense: Aviation fuel requires filtration on both receipt (fill) and issue (dispense). Is an EI 1581 Filter/Separator (with differential-pressure go/no-go monitoring) and a fuel Relaxation Tank required? EI 1581 filter separator, no Relaxation Tank required.

2.3 Recirculation System: Is a filtration and recirculation system required to maintain Jet-A fuel quality while sitting in the tank (typically requiring 200 GPM recirculation)?Yes, it’s a stand alone system

2.4 Floating Suction: Is an internal floating suction assembly required to draw the cleanest fuel from the top of the tank and prevent the uptake of free water? No, it will have a filtration system.

2.5 Dispensing Method: What dispensing methods are required:, Overwing (nozzle), Underwing (single-point pressure fueling), Truck/Refueler loading, or a combination? Will be a gas station style dispenser which will only be used on AGE equipment.

2.6 Flow & Receipt Rates: What are the required dispensing flow rates (GPM) and the fuel receipt/bulk fill rates? 40-50 GPM for dispensing/ 60-90 GPM for filling

2.7 Wind-Load & Seismic Ratings: Tyndall AFB is in a high-velocity hurricane zone. Does the 12-foot vent stack assembly require specific wind-load survival ratings (e.g., ASCE 7 structural standards)? N/A

2.8 Environmental Cabinet Controls: Does the lockable dispensing cabinet require integrated louvers, mechanical ventilation, or explosion-proof controls to prevent vapor buildup and corrosion? No

2.9 Decals and Markings: Does the tank require specific military standard markings (such as MIL-STD-161G color schemes) or are standard commercial petroleum decals acceptable? Yes, and AVGAS/JETA Decals

Category 3: Civil Engineering, Site & Foundation Scope

3.1 Installation Definition: Please define the contractor’s exact scope of "installation." Is the contractor responsible only for delivery and offloading onto a prepared foundation, or does installation include structural anchoring, pipe-fitting, and electrical hookups?

The contractor is responsible only for delivery and off-loading. No installation is required

3.2 Concrete Pad & Footers: A tank of this size (dry weight ~19,500 lbs) requires concrete footers/pads. Will the Government provide the completed concrete foundation, or is the foundation construction part of this solicitation? Pad has been designed and constructed for one-6000 gal tank and two-2000 gal tanks.

3.3 Engineering Drawings: Will the Government provide engineering drawings and dimensions of the concrete pad, anchor bolt requirements, or grounding rod specifications to the contractor? Design does not include anchor bolt requirements as this is specific to tank procurement, Electrical and grounding are installed per the Construction documents

3.4 Crane and Rigging: Will the Government provide crane and rigging assets to offload the tank upon arrival at Tyndall AFB, or must the contractor procure and coordinate local crane services within the secure perimeter? No, the contractor must provide all crane and rigging assets to offload the tank upon arrival at Tyndall AFB

3.5 Offloading Spill Containment: Will there be any requirements for truck-offloading spill containment basins to meet UFC 3-460-01 at the site? Not in the construction contract.

3.6 Site Vicinity Map: Can the Government provide a map of vicinity showing the exact installation location at Building 200? See attached

Category 4: Electrical & Power Parameters

4.1 Site Power Configuration: What specific voltage, phase, and amperage are available at the site grid connection (e.g., 115V single-phase, 230V single-phase, or 460V three-phase)? There are 3 disconnects mounted under the Fuel Stand Canopy as shown in the attached pictures. Each disconnect is a Horsepower Rated, 30A, 600V, 3-phase disconnect. Each disconnect is fed via a 3-phase, 480V circuit consisting of 3-#12, 1-#12G wires from Panel HVLP02 protected by a 20A, 3-pole breaker.

4.2 Point of Demarcation: Is the contractor responsible for running power conduit from the base source to the tank, or will the Government's electrical team bring power directly to a contractor-furnished junction box? The MILCON limits of electrical construction are the disconnects as listed in item 4.1 above. There is no required electrical installation identified downstream of these disconnects.

4.3 Hazardous Location Ratings: Please confirm that all electrical components, junction boxes, clock gauge alarms, and pulsers must meet NEC Class I, Division 1, Group D hazardous location standards. The MILCON contract documents do not specify any hazardous electrical locations under the Fuel Stand canopy. Any hazardous area locations associated with the government furnished tanks and pumping systems are outside the scope of the MILCON project

Category 5: Testing, Commissioning & Inspection

5.1 Provision of Test Fuel: Will the Government provide the necessary Jet-A fuel on-site for initial line flushing, leak testing, and meter calibration? Yes

5.2 Waste Fuel Disposal: Will the Government provide a hazardous waste disposal asset or bowser on-site to capture effluent fluids from line flushing? Yes, 325 MXS/AGE has available fuel bowsers

5.3 Meter Calibration Certification: Does the base require a certified third-party weights-and-measures calibration certificate for the piston meter prior to final contract acceptance or is factory calibration sufficient? . Factory calibration is sufficient prior to final contract acceptance The tank must arrive on-site with its factory-sealed interstitial vacuum intact. A vacuum reading must be taken and verified immediately following final installation at its permanent location. If the tank is moved or relocated after this initial on-site verification, a certified third-party Precision Tank Tester must re-test and certify the tank’s containment integrity at the contractor's expense

Category 6: Timeline & Administration

6.1 Period of Performance Extension: A 30-day delivery timeline is unachievable for a custom UL 2085 tank with aviation epoxy lining (standard steel lead times are 60 to 90 days, with some components taking up to 20 weeks). Will the Government extend the delivery timeline to 90 or 120 days after receipt of order (ARO) to ensure competition?

Extended to 90 – 120 Days ARO

6.2 Offer Without Installation: Will the Government consider/evaluate quotes that offer "Equipment Only" (FOB Destination) without installation services? Yes, Installation is not required for this procurement

6.3 IUID Tag Location: Where does the Government prefer the required IUID Data Matrix tag to be affixed (e.g., exterior tank shell data plate or inside the lockable dispensing enclosure)? On the exterior