INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR DEFENSE FUEL SUPPORT POINT (DFSP) MANAGEMENT, INFRASTRUCTURE ENHANCEMENT, AND UNDERUTILIZED LAND AND RESOURCES - DFSP NAVAL STATION MAYPORT, FL
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), on behalf of the U.S. Navy (USN), has issued a Request for Information (RFI), SPE603-26-R-5X38, seeking innovative, cost-effective solutions for Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP) management, infrastructure enhancement, and leveraging underutilized land and resources. This RFI specifically mentions DFSP Naval Station Mayport, FL, but considers all Navy CONUS locations. Responses are due by May 29, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The Navy is seeking creative approaches to enhance government fuel facilities, reduce long-term sustainment costs, and improve operational readiness. This initiative aims to identify private-sector partnerships that can improve the material condition of DFSPs by enabling productive use of underutilized land, infrastructure assets, and access. The RFI is issued under Section 2667 of Title 10, United States Code, which authorizes out-lease authority for department-owned non-excess real or personal property.
Key areas of interest include:
- Leveraging underutilized land, fuel storage/distribution capabilities, and access to wharves/piers/runways.
- Implementing innovative technologies for DFSP management and infrastructure.
- Assessing cost savings, operational benefits, risks, and industry best practices.
- Exploring potential business partnerships, private sector investment, and revenue sharing agreements.
- Addressing environmental considerations, operational concepts, and security requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) - for planning purposes only; not a solicitation.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, 3:00 p.m. local Fort Belvoir, VA time.
- Published: April 17, 2026.
- Q&A Session: A dedicated workshop and Q&A session will be held during the DLA Energy Worldwide Symposium on April 21, 2026, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency – Crystal City, Arlington, VA (Fairfax Room).
Information Requested
Respondents should provide:
- Company information (profile, expertise, financials, DUNS/CAGE).
- Detailed proposed concepts for utilizing underutilized land with DFSP modernization.
- Assessment of operational benefits, implementation plans, and risk assessments.
- Relevant experience, references, scalability, and cybersecurity posture.
- Benefits to the Navy installation and experience with government partnerships.
- Proposed agreement structures (e.g., long-term lease, conveyance).
- Assessment of governing regulations, legal authorities, and recommendations for new/revised language.
- Facility assessment benchmarks.
Submission Details
Submissions must include RFI number SPE603-26-R-5X38 in the subject line and be sent to Careka Squire (Careka.Squire@dla.mil). Technical questions should be directed to Captain Anas Maazouzi (Anas.Maazouzi@dla.mil). The Government will not pay for information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI.