Justification and Approval
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy has published a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a Spot Buy contract awarded on March 27, 2026, for Turbine Fuel, Aviation (JP5) and Fuel, Naval Distillate (F76). This J&A, in accordance with FAR Part 6.3, justifies the award on an "Unusual and compelling urgency" basis, citing FAR 6.103-2(d).
Scope of Work
The contract involved the procurement of a combined split cargo of JP5 and F76 for delivery via FOB Destination tanker. Both fuels are commercially available products.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Spot Buy)
- Award Date: March 27, 2026
- Period of Performance: March 27, 2026, to April 30, 2026
- Total Award Value: Approximately $134,931,900.60
- Purchase Order SPE602-26-P-0466 (JP5): $66,266,398.80
- Purchase Order SPE602-26-P-0467 (F76): $68,665,501.80
- Funding: Defense Working Capital Funds for Fiscal Year 2026
- J&A Published: May 29, 2026
Justification & Evaluation
The award was made without full and open competition due to unusual and compelling urgency (FAR 6.103-2(d)). A synopsis was not posted, and market research was not conducted due to limited delivery options and a short suspense date. The contracting officer determined the cost to be fair and reasonable based on market conditions, heightened demand, supply chain disruptions, and commodity index price surges.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
Not applicable, as this was a sole-source award based on urgency.
Additional Notes
The justification was approved after the award, consistent with FAR 6.103-2(d). The place of performance is Fort Belvoir, VA.