Fuel Adapter RFI OPSEC.docx

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Asia-Pacific Fuel Adapter Kit Market Research Marine Corps Petroleum Office in coordination with DEVCOM Ground Vehicle Systems (GVSC) Fuel & Water equipment branch is seeking information on fuel adapter solutions to ensure interoperability between commercial fuel infrastructure (tanker trucks, rail cars, airports, pipelines, and fuel barges) and US military fuel systems within the Asia-Pacific region. This effort also aims to improve fuel transfer between commercial entities and the militaries of Asia-Pacific Nations, mirroring the success of the NATO Fuel Adapter Kit . The DoD seeks solutions for rapidly cross-loading bulk fuels from diverse commercial sources, particularly in Southeast Asia and island nations (e.g., Australia, Japan (including Ryukyu Isles), Philippines, South Korea, Mariana Islands, Palau Islands), but welcomes submissions relevant to the broader INDOPACOM AOR. This RFI is for informational and planning purposes only, with no commitment to procure.

The Objective of this Market Research Questionnaire is to better understand the availability and capabilities of commercial products and the potential of the associated equipment manufacturers. The information gathered by DoD through the Market Research Questionnaire, along with other market investigation data, is solely intended for use by the DoD and will not be shared with any commercial entity. Participation in this Market Research provides an important opportunity to influence the DoD’s approach to procuring fuel adapters.

Disclaimer This call is for market research. This request shall not be construed as a solicitation announcement, invitation for bids, request for proposals, request for quotes, or an indication that the Government will contract for the items contained in this notice. Both large and small businesses, as well as academic institutions, are encouraged to respond. The information provided may be used by the Army in developing its acquisition strategy, statement of work/performance work statements, and/or statement of objectives.

Interested parties are responsible to adequately mark proprietary, restricted or competition sensitive information contained in their response accordingly. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any cost associated with the submission of the information being requested or reimburse expenses incurred to the interested parties for responses.

Responses We thank you in advance for your time and participation in this Market Research. The U.S. Government requires all responses be submitted NLT 3:00 pm (ET), 30 May 2025 to submissions@namconsortium.org with subject name “Asia-Pacific Fuel Adapter Kit – [Company Name]”. All responses must be submitted in MS Word or PDF format, using a sans-serif font (e.g., Arial or Calibri), with a minimum font size of eleven (11) points, and not exceeding ten (10) pages, including the cover page.

Responses should spell out any acronyms in their first instance. Please provide yes/no and descriptive responses as appropriate to each question avoiding “not applicable” (N/A) type answers to the maximum extent possible. Please provide supporting rationale, comments and recommendations as appropriate. Please provide the projected development resources such as cost and timing to support the fuel adapter kit objectives. This information is essential in understanding the scope of the project. It is understood that this information is strictly a rough order of magnitude and the respondent’s company is not contractually obligated by the information provided. This information will strictly be used as a means for gaining general knowledge.

Clearly and conspicuously mark qualifying data with the restrictive legend (all caps) “PROPRIETARY” with an explanatory text so the U.S. Government is clearly notified of the data needing to be appropriately protected. The U.S. Government is not obligated to protect unmarked data. Additionally, marked data which is already in the public domain or in possession of the U.S. Government or 3rd parties, or is afterward placed into public domain by the owner or another party through no fault of the U.S. Government will not be protected once it is in the public domain. transmitted electronically, whether by physical media or not, whether by the respondent or by the U.S. Government, will contain the “PROPRIETARY” legend, with any explanatory text on both the cover of the transmittal email and at the beginning of the file itself. Where appropriate for only portions of an electronic file, use the restrictive legends “PROPRIETARY PORTION BEGINS:” and “PROPRIETARY PORTION ENDS.”

Responses should address the following:

1. Cover page:

a. Company Name.

b. Mailing Address.

c. Are you a member of The National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC).

d. CAGE Code (if available).

e. Business Size Status for the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code.

f. Technical and Business Points of Contact to include telephone Numbers and E-mail Addresses.

g. Indicate whether your company is a Large Business, Small Business, or Academic Institution.

h. Indicate whether your company is a non-traditional defense contractor.

i. *Non-traditional defense contractor is defined in 10 U.S.C. § 3014 as an entity that is not currently performing and has not performed, for at least the one-year period preceding this RFI, any contract or subcontract for the Department of Defense that is subject to full coverage under the cost accounting standards prescribed pursuant to section 1502 of title 41 and the regulations implementing such section.

i. If your company's proposed approach has been proposed to or previously funded by any federal agency.

i. If yes, identify each specific agency and all applicable contract/agreement numbers.

j. Indicate whether your company has commercial fuel related experience in any of the following countries: (Please list yes or no for each)

i. Australia

ii. Japan (including Ryukyu Isles)

iii. Philippines

iv. South Korea

v. Mariana Islands

vi. Palau Islands

vii. Thailand

viii. India

ix. Indonesia

x. Papua New Guinea

xi. Singapore

xii. Soloman Islands

2. Responses should include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Provide an overview of your company.

b. Provide examples of past work performed on fuel

i. *Note: Experience is not limited to Department of Defense work.

c. Provide a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) (Cost) and duration (Schedule) you require to integrate and deliver any of the below-mentioned adapters.

d. Provide information on adapters and interfaces used for commercial purposes including, but not limited to, Tanker Trucks, Rail Cars, Airport Fueling Systems, Pipelines, and Fuel Barges:

i. Specifications: Any details for each proposed adapter, including:

1. Dimensions

2. Interface method (thread or camlock) specifications

3. Weight

4. Materials

5. Compatibility across commercial use

6. Flow rates

7. Safety features

8. Pressure rates

9. Operating temperature range.

10. Expected Lifespan

ii. Compatibility: Adapters that enable the transfer of fuel between different nozzle/receptacle standards commonly found in the Asia-Pacific region (please specify any known standards if applicable). This includes, but is not limited to, adapters for various ground vehicles, aircraft, and maritime vessels.

iii. Ease of Use: Adapters designed for quick and easy installation and removal by personnel in the field.

iv. Testing and Certification: Information on any testing and certifications obtained for the adapters (e.g., military specifications, industry standards).

1. Standards Compliance: Compliance with relevant industry or military standards (e.g., API, NATO, ISO, MIL-STD).

v. Storage and Transportation: Considerations for compact storage and efficient transportation of the adapters.

vi. Customization: Ability to customize adapters to meet specific requirements (e.g., unique nozzle/receptacle combinations, material specifications).

vii. Pricing & Logistics: Estimated unit cost, volume discounts, and information on logistical support and training capabilities within the INDOPACOM AOR.

viii. Production Capacity & Lead Times: Your estimated production capacity and lead times for delivering adapters.

ix. Background Information

1. Interoperability with Asia-Pacific Nations: Information on adapter solutions that promote fuel transfer between commercial entities of Pacific Partner nations (e.g., Japan, South Korea, Australia, etc.).

a. Known challenges and limitations regarding interoperability between commercial fuel systems in the Asia-Pacific and potential solutions.

x. Pacific Partner Nation Compatibility: Information on the compatibility of proposed adapters with fuel systems used by the militaries and commercial entities of specific Pacific Partner nations. Include any known interoperability challenges or best practices.

xi. Logistics and Support: Information on your ability to provide logistical support and training on the use of the adapters within the INDOPACOM AOR.

Notice: Respondents are cautioned that Government support contractors may serve as nongovernment advisors providing support and/or review of any submittals in response to this market research. These individuals will be authorized to access only to those portions of the submission that are necessary to enable them to perform their respective duties. Such firms are expressly prohibited from competing on the subject of acquisition. Submissions in response to this market research constitute approval to release submitted information to Government support contractors. All support contractors will comply with procurement Integrity Laws.

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A. Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. OPSEC9708