2026 AFS RAMP - SUPPLEMENTAL FUEL PUMPIN

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks "Into-Plane Fueling Services" for the Alaska Fire Service (AFS), which is the wildland fire suppression arm of the U.S. Wildland Fire Service within the Department of the Interior. The AFS ramp is located at the Fort Wainwright airport. The primary objective is to provide government-furnished Jet-A fuel to aircraft supporting wildland fire suppression and logistics aviation. This service is needed to supplement AFS's own fueling resources during periods of high fire activity, typically from May through August, when more than 4,000 gallons of fuel may be dispensed daily. Vendors will be contracted on an as-needed basis for short periods, with services reassessed daily after an initial minimum of seven days.

• Provide Jet-A fuel to aircraft.

• Services are required primarily at the AFS ramp on Fort Wainwright airport.

• Vendors must be capable of dispensing large quantities of fuel during peak seasons.

• Fueling services are needed to support wildland fire suppression and logistics aviation.

• Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026 (100 days).

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but the document is a solicitation for services.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Quotes must be sent to: BLM_AK_AFS_PROCUREMENT@BLM.GOV

• Evaluation factors are "Technical and past performance, when combined," followed by price. The relative importance of other factors compared to price is to be determined by the Contracting Officer.

• Offer Due Date: May 15, 2026, at 1400 AD.

• This acquisition is unrestricted.

• NAICS Code: 532490 (Rental and Leasing of Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment).

• Size Standard: $40 million.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions related to commercial items, representations, certifications, and contract terms.

• The Contracting Officer Representative (COR) is Todd Archer, Ramp Manager, Alaska Fire Service, (907) 356-5758.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To provide government-furnished Jet-A fuel to aircraft supporting wildland fire suppression and logistics aviation operations. This service is intended to supplement existing Alaska Fire Service (AFS) fueling resources during periods of high activity, typically from May through August.

• Provide Jet-A fuel to various types of rotor-wing and fixed-wing aircraft.

• Supplement AFS's own aviation fueling resources on an as-needed basis.

• Services will be contracted for short, defined periods, initially a minimum of seven days, reassessed daily thereafter.

• The contractor will be responsible for receiving, transporting, and issuing government-owned petroleum products.

• Location: US Army Garrison Alaska, Fort Wainwright airport (Ladd Field: PAFB, FBK).

• Duration: On an as-needed basis for periods of at least seven days, potentially extending to multiple weeks.

• Hours of Operation: 0800-2300.

• Equipment: One (1) Jet-A 2,800-gallon or greater refueling truck with Fuel System Icing Inhibitor (FSII) capabilities, supporting both over-the-wing (OTW) and single-point fueling.

• Staffing: One (1) experienced driver/fueler (CDL not required) sufficient to cover operational hours.

• Safety & Compliance: Adherence to National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 407 & 385 specifications, standard fuel quality control practices, and facility Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasures Plans (SPCC).

• Duty Hours: Compliance with Interagency Standards for Fire and Fire Aviation Operations 2025 (Ch. 7) regarding duty hour limitations.

• Fuel Servicing Equipment: Must be designed for aircraft refueling, meet industry performance qualifications (e.g., EI Bulletin 1583, EI Bulletin 1581), and include specific features like filter/separators, pressure gauges, air eliminators, and quality control taps.

• Meters: Refueling units must have fixed meters accurate at low flow rates (30-300 GPM), calibrated and certified.

• Hose Design: Must meet API Bulletin 1529 Type C or BS 3158 specifications, with specific requirements for length, diameter, and couplings.

• Nozzles: Type-specified for aircraft refueling, including J Spout type for OTW, with specific features like dust caps and strainers.

• Fuel Tanks/Refueling Units: Constructed to NFPA standards, with sump drains, baffles, and appropriate venting.

• Spill Responsibilities: Vendor is responsible for any fuel spills or vehicle fluid spills occurring on the AFS ramp.

• Lodging/Subsistence: Lodging is not available at Ft. Wainwright; contractor personnel may use the Government-operated mess hall at their own expense.

• Office/Storage: Government will provide lounge space; contractor may provide a mobile unit. No sleeping permitted.

• Communication: Contractor to provide an on-duty refueling unit operator with a cell phone.

• Reporting: Daily submission of fuel pumped records to the COR. Immediate notification to COR of any issues concerning personnel or fuel quality control.

• Deliverables: Fuel truck and driver service, daily truck inspections (sump, pre-trip safety), and accounting of fuel pumped.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation (RFQ Number 140L0226Q0008) for a commercial item or service. The BLM-AK/Alaska Fire Service, Ft. Wainwright, AK, requires the rental of a bulk fuel truck for aviation refueling (JET A) to be delivered to Ft. Wainwright, Alaska.

• Rental of a bulk fuel truck for aviation refueling (JET A).

• Delivery to Ft. Wainwright, Alaska 99703.

• The requirement is for a Firm-Fixed Price quote.

• This is a combined synopsis/solicitation prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6 and utilizes procedures in FAR Parts 12 and 13.

• The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 532490, with a business size standard of $40M.

• The government anticipates a single purchase order award to the lowest priced, technically acceptable (LPTA) responsible vendor.

• Offers must be received by 2:00 pm Alaska Daylight Time on 05/15/2026.

• Quotes should be submitted on the attached SF-1449 or company letterhead, including all pertinent point of contact information (SAM, Cage Code, Unique Entity ID, business size/type), unit price, and total price.

• Quotes can be emailed, mailed, or faxed to Michael Stewart or Cory Cornell at blm_ak_afs_procurement@blm.gov.

• Offers received after the deadline will be considered non-responsive.

• Offerors must comply with Internet Payment Platform (IPP) DOI Electronic Invoicing instructions and all clauses in the attached solicitation documentation.

• All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) website (https://www.sam.gov) as an active vendor by the closing date of the solicitation.

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation.

• The full text of referenced solicitation provisions or clauses can be accessed at https://www.acquisition.gov/far/part-52.

• Additional document information and attachments can be accessed at beta.sam.gov by searching for reference number 140L0226Q0008.

• Questions can be directed to Michael Stewart or Cory Cornell via email (blm_ak_afs_procurement@blm.gov) or telephone ((907) 356-5774).