J&A for Supply and Delivery of an Estimated 150,000 MMBTU of Liquefied Natural Gas over 3 deliveries to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Navy, specifically NAVFACSYSCOM SOUTHEAST, has published a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a sole source purchase order. This J&A covers the supply and delivery of an estimated 150,000 MMBtu of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay (NSGB), Cuba, across three deliveries. The action is justified under 10 USC 3204 (a)(2) Unusual and Compelling Urgency, as implemented by FAR 6.103-2. The contract period extends from the award date through June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
This J&A details the requirement for the supply and delivery of LNG to support the Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) at NSGB. The estimated quantity is 150,000 MMBtu, to be delivered in three distinct shipments:
- Delivery 1: April 27 - May 1, 2026
- Delivery 2: May 18 - May 22, 2026
- Delivery 3: June 8 - June 12, 2026
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Purchase Order (sole source)
- Contractor: Phoenix Contracting LLC.
- Funding: FY26 Operations & Maintenance, Navy funds.
- Period of Performance: From contract award through June 12, 2026.
- Product Service Code: 6830 (Gases: Compressed And Liquefied)
Evaluation & Rationale
This is a sole source justification, not a solicitation for proposals. The rationale for awarding to Phoenix Contracting LLC is based on an "Unusual and Compelling Urgency." The incumbent contract was expiring, and a newly awarded competitive contract was subject to a Stop Work Order due to a bid protest. A lapse in LNG supply would severely impact NSGB's operational capability. The acquisition also requires the use of a U.S. Flag vessel, as per DFARS 252.247-7023, and Phoenix Contracting LLC was identified as the only known source with availability of such a vessel for these urgent deliveries. The Contracting Officer has determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable.
Additional Notes
The agency attempted to solicit offers from multiple sources but found no other viable options that could meet the urgent requirements and the U.S. Flag vessel mandate. Actions are being taken to remove barriers to future competition once the GAO protest is resolved.
Contact Information
- Primary: Antonio Borges Rosario (antonio.l.borgesrosario.civ@us.navy.mil)
- Secondary: Ryan Bell (ryan.d.bell16.civ@us.navy.mil)