Annual Bulk Petroleum Purchase for Atlantic, Europe, and Mediterranean Region
Overview
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Set Aside
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy is soliciting proposals for the Annual Bulk Petroleum Purchase for the Atlantic, Europe, and Mediterranean (AEM) 2026 Purchase Program. This Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks to procure various bulk fuels, including F76, JP5, JP8, and JA1, for delivery across the AEM geographic region. Proposals are due January 5, 2026, at 3 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the procurement of bulk petroleum products, specifically Distillate Naval Fuel (F76), Turbine Fuel Aviation (Jet A-1, JP5, JP8), and other intermediate fuel oils. Deliveries will be made to numerous locations throughout the Atlantic, Europe, and Mediterranean regions. Delivery methods include Tanker FOB Origin and Pipeline (both FOB Origin and Destination), depending on specific requirements. The ordering period is from the date of award through June 30, 2027, with deliveries scheduled from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, plus a 30-day carryover.
Key Amendments
The solicitation has undergone several amendments:
- Amendment 0003 (March 23, 2026): Updated quantity requirements for F76, JP5, and JA1, and incorporated Supplement F7, "DEADFREIGHT," which defines how deadfreight will be calculated for quantity decreases.
- Amendment 0002 (February 9, 2026): Incorporated numerous new supplements, streamlined navigation, and updated Sections L (Instructions) and M (Evaluation Factors) to reflect a new sequential numbering system for supplements.
- Amendment 0001 (December 11, 2025): Added a Price Escalator Table.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustment (EPA).
- NAICS Code: 324110.
- Product Service Code: 9130 - Liquid Propellants And Fuels, Petroleum Base.
- Ordering Period: Date of award through June 30, 2027.
- Delivery Period: July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with a 30-day carryover.
- Offer Due Date: January 5, 2026, at 3 PM EST.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must use the Bulk Offer Entry Tool (OET) for electronic submission, including the SF1449. An active and complete System for Award Management (SAM) registration, including a CAGE Code, is mandatory. Required attachments include Attachment 6 – Solicitation Fill-Ins and Attachment 10 - F76 Traceability Sheet. Offers must acknowledge all amendments. Map coordinates for shipping points must be provided in degrees, minutes, seconds format.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be based on technical acceptability and price. Technical acceptability will be assessed against Sections B (Supplies/Services), C (Specifications/SOW), E (Inspection/Acceptance), and F (Deliveries/Performance). Price will be evaluated using a Bid Evaluation Model (BEM), which considers the laid-down price, transportation costs, and additive costs. Transportation rates are a significant factor, and penalties will be applied. Exceptions or deviations not explicitly accepted by the Government or compliant with M9 SUPPLEMENT will result in technical unacceptability.
Contacts
For questions, email Paul Johnson (paul.johnson@dla.mil), Jacee Stumpf (Jacee.Stumpf@dla.mil), or Gerardo Gomez (Gerardo.Gomez@dla.mil).