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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

Naval Air Weapons Station (NAWS) China Lake, California

Solicitation Number: SPE603-26-R-0530

Procurement Type: Sources Sought Notice

Title:

Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) Fuel Services at NAWS China Lake, California

Primary Point of Contact:

Alontae Uptegrow, Contract Specialist Bulk Petroleum Supply Chain Services Defense Logistics Agency Energy – FESAB alontae.uptegrow@dla.mil

Secondary Point of Contact:

R. (Thea) Miller-Smith, Contracting Officer Bulk Petroleum Supply Chain Services Defense Logistics Agency Energy – FESAB radhiyah.smith@dla.mil

Response Date:

Friday, March 13, 2026, 1500 Eastern Time

1. Notice Details This is a SOURCES SOUGHT notice for market research purposes only. This is not a Request for Quote (RFQ) nor is it a Request for Proposal (RFP). This Sources Sought Notice is not a promise to issue an RFQ or RFP in the future. This request for information does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. The Government is not seeking proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals. All responsible sources are encouraged to submit a response to this Notice. All information received will be considered.

Please be advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any costs incurred in response to this notice. All information received will be used to assess the marketplace and determine the appropriate acquisition strategy for this procurement. A firm will not be precluded from submitting a proposal on any resultant solicitation, should the firm decide not to respond to this Sources Sought Notice. However, a lack of interest in this requirement may keep this effort from mailto:alontae.uptegrow@dla.mil mailto:radhiyah.smith@dla.mil moving forward competitively. The potential opportunity for set-asides for small businesses and small disadvantaged businesses will be considered on the basis of the responses received

The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this requirement is 493190 (Other Warehousing and Storage) and the standard size is $36.5 million.

2. Responsibilities The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy anticipates issuing solicitation SPE603-26-R- 0530 for comprehensive fuel services at NAWS China Lake, CA. The contractor shall be responsible for the management, operation, and maintenance of all non-personal services to operate and maintain Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) fuel facilities at NAS China Lake, CA. Interested firms should be able to provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supplies, and supervision necessary to receive, store, issue, maintain quality, and account for petroleum products, as well as maintain the associated fuel facilities.

The core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performing all functions related to the receipt, storage, handling, and dispensing of government-owned fuel products.

• Maintaining strict product quality, accountability, and inventory control in accordance with DLA Energy directives.

• Conducting all required product quality surveillance, including routine sampling and testing.

• Performing all operator, preventive, and recurring maintenance on fuel facilities, systems, and equipment.

• Providing a fully trained and qualified workforce as detailed in an approved staffing plan to accomplish all PWS tasks.

• Ensuring full compliance with all applicable DoD, Federal, Navy, State, and Local directives and laws concerning environmental protection, safety, and security.

3. Background The fuel facilities at NAWS China Lake consist of an aboveground bulk storage complex for F- 24 jet fuel. Some key site details include a 430,000-gallon aboveground storage tank (AST) system and all associated infrastructure required to support fuel operations. The primary method of fuel receipt is via commercial tank trucks.

The facility has an estimated annual throughput of approximately 13.5 million gallons. The contractor will be responsible for providing all personnel, management, and equipment necessary to perform the bulk fuel services outlined in the PWS.

4. Anticipated Contract Details

• Contract Type: The Government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price (FFP) contract.

• Period of Performance: The resultant contract is expected to include a four-year base period, one five-year option period in accordance with FAR 52.217-9, and a six-month service extension under FAR 52.217-8, which may be exercised in monthly increments, (not exceeding six months).

• Solicitation: The solicitation, SPE603-26-R-0530, will be published electronically on the System for Award Management (SAM) website at https://www.sam.gov/. Interested companies will be required to have an active registration in SAM to be eligible for award.

5. Information Sought from Interested Parties DLA Energy is seeking capability statements from businesses that have the resources and experience to successfully perform the requirements described herein. Interested parties should submit a capability statement of no more than 10 pages. The statement must be structured to address the following sections:

• Corporate Overview o Company Name Address, CAGE Code, and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) o Point of Contact Information (name, title, phone, email) o A statement of business size and a comprehensive list of all applicable socioeconomic certifications (e.g., Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran- Owned Small Business [SDVOSB], 8(a), HUBZone, Women-Owned Small Business [WOSB]).

• Relevant Experience and Past Performance o Provide a summary of relevant experience performing services of similar size, scope, and complexity within the last five years. Respondents must provide at least two (2) and no more than three (3) specific contract examples, detailing for each:

Contract Number and Customer (Government Agency or Commercial Entity).

Period of Performance and Total Contract Value.

Contract Type (e.g., Firm-Fixed-Price, Cost Reimbursement).

A detailed description of the services provided, specifically highlighting their relevance to GOCO fuels management.

For work performed as a subcontractor or joint venture, identify the prime contractor and describe the specific scope and percentage of work your firm performed.

A summary of any challenges encountered and the resolutions implemented.

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• Technical and Staffing Capability o A brief description of your company’s capability to source, train, and retain qualified personnel with the necessary skills and security clearances to meet the PWS requirements.

• Financial and Administrative Capability o A statement affirming the company's financial stability and access to sufficient credit to manage the cash flow for a contract of this scale and duration.

• Teaming Strategy o A description of any anticipated teaming arrangements, including the potential prime/subcontractor relationship, the type of work to be performed by each partner, and the estimated percentage of work share.

• Phase-In Period o A statement on the realistic phase-in period required to become fully operational, including the mobilization of all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials.

6. Submission Instructions Please submit capability statements via email to the points of contact below no later than Friday, March 13, 2026, 1500 Eastern Time. The subject line of the email should read: "NAWS China Lake (SPE603-26-R-0530): Sources Sought."

• Primary Contact: Alontae Uptegrow, alontae.uptegrow@dla.mil

• Secondary Contact: R. (Thea) Miller-Smith, radhiyah.smith@dla.mil

This is not an RFP. This notice is for planning and informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government to award a contract.

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