Direct Supply Natural Gas_Northeast Region
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 issued a Sources Sought Notice for Direct Supply Natural Gas in the U.S. Northeast Region (ME, MA, CT, RI, NY, PA, NJ, DE, WV, MD, VA, DC). This market research aims to identify qualified small businesses, including 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, and SDVOSB firms, capable of providing natural gas to DoD and Federal Civilian facilities. Responses will inform a potential small business set-aside decision for a future 24-month requirements contract. Responses are due April 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the direct supply and delivery of natural gas, including managing nominations for consumption with Local Distribution Companies (LDCs) and/or interstate pipelines, and ensuring compliance with balancing provisions. The contractor will act as the nominating and balancing agent for government customers.
Anticipated Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (no solicitation currently issued)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Requirements contract, Firm Fixed Price with economic price adjustment.
- Anticipated Duration: 24 months, beginning on or about April 1, 2027.
- NAICS: 221210 (Gases: Compressed And Liquefied), size standard 1150 employees.
- Set-Aside: Market research to determine potential small business set-aside for line items.
- Response Due: April 1, 2026, 1500 EST.
- Published: March 3, 2026.
Information Requested
Interested firms should provide a response (limited to 5 pages) addressing:
- Company Profile: Number of employees, office location(s), UID/CAGE Code, current business status (SAM registration required).
- Experience: Prime or subcontractor experience in natural gas supply/transportation to retail customers, including LDCs/pipelines served and months of experience within the past two years.
- Teaming Arrangements: Details on any anticipated teaming, including work percentage and service types.
- Financial Capability: Ability to sustain a 24-month contract.
- Small Business Producer Relationship: Details of any direct relationship with small business natural gas producer(s), including name, expiration, and volumes.
- Commitment Letters: Ability to obtain supply commitment letters from small business producers for a 24-month contract.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information provided is voluntary, and the Government will not pay for responses. Submissions must be sent via email to dlaenergy.ngteam@dla.mil.