INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR DEFENSE FUEL SUPPORT POINT (DFSP) MANAGEMENT, INFRASTRUCTURE ENHANCEMENT, AND UNDERUTILIZED LAND AND RESOURCES - DFSP POINT LOMA, CA
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, on behalf of the U.S. Navy, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking innovative solutions for managing Defense Fuel Support Points (DFSPs), enhancing bulk fuels infrastructure, and leveraging underutilized land and resources. This initiative aims to identify potential partnerships to reduce long-term sustainment costs and improve operational readiness across Navy CONUS locations, including DFSP Point Loma, CA. Responses are due by May 29, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Fort Belvoir, VA time.
Purpose & Scope
This RFI, issued under 10 U.S.C. § 2667 (out lease authority), is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Navy seeks creative approaches to enhance government fuel facilities and optimize underutilized assets (land, infrastructure, petroleum facilities, piers, access) to reduce DFSP lifecycle costs. Key areas of interest include:
- Leveraging underutilized land, fuel storage/distribution capabilities, and access for DFSP management and infrastructure improvements.
- Implementing innovative technologies and methodologies.
- Understanding cost savings, operational benefits, risks, and challenges.
- Gathering industry best practices and assessing solution maturity for broader Navy DFSP expansion.
- Exploring potential business partnerships, private sector investment, environmental considerations, operational concepts, security requirements, and benefits to Navy installations.
- Developing benchmarks for facility infrastructure assessment and strategies for revenue-sharing agreements.
Information Requested
Respondents are requested to provide detailed information covering:
- Company Information: Profile, mission, expertise, revenue history, DUNS/CAGE, business size.
- Proposed Concept: Description of the solution, technology, estimated scale, and impact.
- Operational Benefits: Assessment of cost savings, efficiency, and security, quantified where possible.
- Implementation Plan: Timelines, resources, and potential challenges.
- Risk Assessment: Potential risks and mitigation strategies.
- Relevant Experience: Past performance examples (prime/sub, contract details, value, type).
- References: Contact information.
- Scalability & Adaptability: How the solution can be scaled and adapted to different DFSP locations.
- Cybersecurity Posture: Company policies and how the proposed solution addresses vulnerabilities.
- Benefits to Navy Installation: Explanation of cost savings, improved services, job creation.
- Government Partnerships: Experience with government agencies and relevant regulations.
- Proposed Structure: Type of agreement (e.g., long-term lease, conveyance).
- Regulatory Assessment: Identification of gaps and proposed language for new/revised regulations.
- Facility Assessments: Benchmarking against UFC, API, and industry standards.
- Legal Authorities: Assessment of current legal authorities for revenue sharing and enhanced use leasing, with recommendations.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 3:00 p.m. Fort Belvoir, VA time.
- Submissions To: Careka Squire, DLA Energy (Careka.Squire@dla.mil, 571-459-8982). Include RFI number SPE603-26-R-5X29 in the subject line.
- Technical Questions To: Captain Anas Maazouzi, US Navy (Anas.Maazouzi@dla.mil, 562-588-2801).
- Workshop/Q&A: A dedicated session will be held during the DLA Energy Worldwide Symposium, April 21-23, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency – Crystal City, Arlington, VA. Attendees must register on-site and specify RFI attendance.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contract. The Government will not pay for information submitted. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future solicitation.