2026 IKPIKPUK WINTER FUEL DELIVERY

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for winter jet fuel delivery to Ikpikpuk. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking offers for this requirement.

• Procurement of 1300 gallons of Jet A Fuel for Ikpikpuk.

• The contract will be a single firm fixed-price contract, though multiple awards are possible if more advantageous to the government.

• Offer Submission: Quotes should be submitted electronically to Lisa Brune at lbrune@blm.gov.

• Questions Deadline: All questions must be submitted via email no later than 5 pm Alaska Time on March 3, 2026, to Lisa Brune at lbrune@blm.gov. Answers to questions will be provided via amendment.

• Offer Due Date: March 6, 2026, at 1700 Alaska Time.

• Evaluation: The government will award to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering price and other factors. Price is a primary evaluation factor.

• This acquisition is set aside 100.00% for Small Business.

• Offerors must include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) or CAGE Code with their quote or proposal.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 is attached.

• Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP).

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To arrange for the overland delivery of 1,300 gallons of Jet-A fuel to a remote Bureau of Land Management (BLM) fuel tank located at Ikpikpuk on the North Slope of Alaska. This fuel is required to support helicopter-based field work during the summer of 2026.

• Fuel Delivery: Arrange and execute the overland transport of 1,300 gallons of Jet-A fuel.

• Logistics & Permitting: Obtain and comply with all necessary BLM and North Slope Borough authorizations for overland travel within the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPR-A).

• Environmental Compliance: Utilize low ground pressure vehicles to prevent tundra damage.

• Timeliness: Complete the fuel delivery before the closure of the winter overland travel season, which historically occurs around April 15.

• Regulatory Adherence: Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and permit stipulations.

• Delivery Deadline: Prior to the close of the winter overland travel season (historically April 15).

• Location: BLM Ikpikpuk Fuel tank (70° 27.290, -154° 20.071), approximately 140 miles west of Prudhoe Bay.

• The Ikpikpuk site is remote, not accessible by road or fixed-wing aircraft. Access requires travel via private industrial roads to drill site 2P, followed by the Community Winter Access Trail, and potentially the construction of a short spur snow trail.

• Strict adherence to security and safety protocols for industrial access is required.

• All questions must be submitted via email to Lisa Brune (lbrune@blm.gov) no later than 5 pm Alaska Time on March 3, 2026. Answers will be provided via amendment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a map illustrating the location of the Ikpikpuk Fuel Tank, managed by the Bureau of Land Management. It provides geographical context for the opportunity.

• The map displays the Ikpikpuk Fuel Tank location, marked with coordinates N70° 27.304 / W154°.
• It shows surrounding geographical features, including rivers (e.g., Ikpikpuk River, Colville River), creeks, and lakes.
• Nearby populated areas such as Utqiagvik, Atgasuk, Alpine, and Nuiqsut are indicated.
• A scale bar is provided in miles, with a north arrow.

This map is crucial for bidders to understand the physical location and surrounding environment of the Ikpikpuk Fuel Tank. This information is essential for logistical planning, site assessment, and understanding potential access routes or constraints related to any work involving the fuel tank.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a photograph with overlaid metadata, likely intended to provide visual context or site information relevant to a SAM.gov opportunity. It appears to be an attachment to a larger solicitation or record.

• Date & Time: August 26, 2016, 10:06:16 AKDT
• Position: Latitude +70°27'17.2", Longitude -154°20'2.0"
• Altitude: 61 ft
• Datum: WGS-84
• Azimuth/Bearing: 248° S68W (Magnetic)
• Elevation Angle: -09.9°
• Horizon Angle: -04.3°
• Zoom: 1X

This image and its metadata provide a snapshot of a specific location, potentially a work site or area of interest for the opportunity. Bidders may use this visual information to assess the terrain, existing infrastructure, and environmental conditions relevant to the scope of work.