Contractor-owned, contractor-operated (COCO) defense fuel support point (DFSP) services in the boston, massachusetts area
Cancelled Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- SPE60326R5X21
- Agency
-
Energy
Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 493190 Other Warehousing and Storage
- PSC
- Not on record
- Place of performance
- 02169
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Logistics Agency Energy is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors capable of providing Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated (COCO) Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP) services in the Boston, Massachusetts area. This Sources Sought Notice (SPE60326R5X21) is intended for planning and informational purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or binding commitment. The Government seeks responsible contractors who can operate a fuel storage facility with a minimum of 62,000 barrels storage capacity utilizing at least two interconnected tanks at a single operational location. Interested companies must respond by April 13, 2026, providing company profile information including employee count, office locations, DUNS/CAGE Code number, and current business status. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in this notice, typical federal procurement evaluations would assess contractor capability, experience, financial stability, and technical qualifications to meet operational requirements.
This procurement is not restricted by set-aside designations and represents an open market opportunity. The Government anticipates issuing a Firm-Fixed-Price contract with a four-year base period commencing March 9, 2027, and extending through March 8, 2031, followed by one five-year option period (March 9, 2031, through March 8, 2036) and a potential six-month contract extension (through September 8, 2036). No incumbent contractor or award value is specified in this pre-solicitation notice. The facility must be fully available and operational upon contract award, indicating that the contractor must either possess or have secured appropriate fuel storage infrastructure prior to contract commencement. The total potential contract duration could reach approximately nine and one-half years if all option periods are exercised.
Notice text
SOURCES SOUGHT SPE60326R5X21
CONTRACTOR-OWNED, CONTRACTOR-OPERATED (COCO) DEFENSE FUEL SUPPORT POINT (DFSP) SERVICES IN THE BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 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.
For reference purposes, this SAM.gov notice is numbered SPE60326R5X21.
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy - FESBA seeks to identify responsibly qualified business and obtain information regarding possible suppliers who can provide Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated (COCO) Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP) services in the Boston, MA area. Approximately 62,000 barrels storage (fill) capacity is required. A minimum of two tanks interconnected. All storage must be available and operational upon award at a single facility.
The U.S. Government (USG) anticipates solicitation of a four-year Firm-Fixed-Price contract. The Period of Performance (PoP) is estimated to begin on March 09, 2027, through March 08, 2031, four-year base, with one five-year option from March 09, 2031, through March 08, 2036, and an option to extend the contract for a total of no more than six months from March 09, 2036, through September 08, 2036.
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 April 13, 2026. Only responses submitted via E-Mail will be considered. E-Mail submissions to omar.ruiz-velazquez@dla.mil.
Contracting Office Address:
8725 John J. Kingman Road
Fort Belvoir, Virginia 22060-6222
United States
Place of Performance:
Boston, MA Area: access required via pier and/or dock with 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.
Boston, Massachusetts Area
United States
Primary Point of Contact:
Omar Ruiz-Velazquez,
Contract Specialist
omar.ruiz-velazquez@dla.mil
Phone: 571.684.1622
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