Request for information contractor-owned, contractor operated (COCO) retail fuel services in altus AFB, oklahoma

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy is seeking information on industry capabilities/interest/potential sources for the issuance of Contractor Owned Contractor Operated (COCO) retail fuel dispense for unleaded gasoline (GUR) and Diesel (DS2) fuel services on Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. This announcement constitutes a Request for Information (RFI) only. There is no solicitation at this time. The Government is neither negotiating nor calling for offers at this time. This announcement is an expression of interest only and does not commit the Government to pay for any response preparation cost. The Government will not make an award on the basis of this RFI.

CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS:   Retail fuel operations would primarily consist of Receipt, Storage, and Issuance of refueling of ground vehicles/equipment including ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULD), and unleaded gasoline. Bulk mobile refueling vehicle (C300/C301) filling and offloading (return-to-bulk) capability will be provided for both ULD and unleaded.  Fuel operations at the retail fuel facility must be safely and efficiently conducted to receive, store, and issue petroleum products with appropriate controls to ensure adequate fuel quality, inventory accuracy and environmental compliance in accordance with DLA Energy guidance, the highest industry standard, and best commercial practice.

CAPABILITIES SOUGHT:

A. Dispense (retail) fuel to a minimum of 50 various combinations of wheeled vehicles and equipment per hour to support 8,100 gallons of GUR ultra-low sulfur diesel and 8,600 gallons of DS2 unleaded gasoline.

B. Bulk filling and offloading (return-to-bulk) of mobile refueling vehicles (C300/C301) capability will be provided for both DS2 and GUR.

C. Must have the ability to bulk load as needed to support GUR 67,000 gal/yr and DS2 60,000 gal/yr

D. Vehicle overall dimensions that will use retail islands range from approximately 42’ long, 4’ to 10’ wide and 14’ high.  Facility drive surface shall be designed to support tactical equipment of approximately 35 tons.

Submissions should be sent to Ms. Candice Ekwoge at candice.ekwoge@dla.mil by 02:00 P.M. local Fort Belvoir, VA time on October 24, 2023. Please direct any questions concerning this RFI to Contract Specialist, Ms. Candice Ekwoge at candice.ekwoge@dla.mil or (804) 807-4948 and/or Contracting Officer Ms. Alicia Williams at Alicia.williams@dla.mil or (571) 767-9340.

Interested firms must include, in their submission, the RFI number SPE603-23-R-5X13 in the subject line of their emails. The following information is requested:

1. Provide a company profile to include number of employees, annual revenue history (last 3 years), office location(s), DUNS/CAGE Code number, business size, and a statement regarding current business status.

2. Capability Statement. Provide a brief explanation of your firm's capabilities to provide Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated Fuel Storage Facilities, equipment, tools, materials, supplies, and supervision necessary to receive, store, issue, maintain quality, account for petroleum products, maintain the associated fuel facilities and to provide qualified and experienced personnel, with appropriate clearances, if required.

3. Past Performance. Do you have past performance as a prime contractor or subcontractor on a service contract for similar fuels management requirements? If so, please provide the following information: 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 COCO fuels management. 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. Location: Please provide the location/address of your facility.