INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR DFSP MANAGEMENT, INFRASTRUCTURE ENHANCEMENT, AND UNDERUTILIZED LAND AND RESOURCES; DFSP Jacksonville (Northside) Jacksonville FL
Overview
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PSC
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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, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking innovative, cost-effective solutions for managing Defense Fuel Support Points (DFSPs), enhancing bulk fuels infrastructure, and leveraging underutilized land and resources. This RFI, issued under 10 U.S.C. § 2667, aims to identify potential private-sector partnerships to reduce long-term sustainment and modernization costs for DFSPs across all Navy CONUS locations, including Jacksonville, FL. Responses are due by May 29, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The Navy seeks creative approaches to improve government fuel facilities and optimize underutilized land, infrastructure assets, and access. The primary goal is to enhance the material condition of DFSPs, reduce lifecycle costs, and improve operational readiness. This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to contract.
Key areas of interest include:
- Leveraging underutilized land, fuel storage/distribution capabilities, and access (wharves, piers, runways).
- Implementing innovative technologies and methodologies for DFSP management.
- Assessing potential business partnerships, private sector investment, and revenue-sharing agreements.
- Evaluating environmental considerations, operational concepts, and security requirements.
- Developing benchmarks for facility infrastructure assessments (UFC 3-460-01, API).
- Identifying regulatory gaps and proposing legal language for new or revised authorities.
Information Requested
Interested parties are requested to provide detailed information covering:
- Company Information: Profile, expertise, DUNS/CAGE, business size.
- Proposed Concept: Description of innovative solutions for DFSP modernization and underutilized land use, including technology, scale, and impact.
- Operational Benefits: Assessment of cost savings, efficiency, and security improvements.
- Implementation Plan & Risk Assessment: Timelines, resources, challenges, and mitigation strategies.
- Relevant Experience: Past performance examples as prime or subcontractor.
- Scalability & Adaptability: How solutions can be scaled and adapted to different DFSP locations.
- Cybersecurity Posture: Policies and procedures for proposed solutions.
- Benefits to Navy Installation: Cost savings, improved services, economic development.
- Experience with Government Partnerships: Understanding of regulations and contracting.
- Proposed Structure: Type of agreement (e.g., long-term lease, conveyance).
- Regulatory & Legal Authorities: Assessment of current regulations and recommendations for changes.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 29, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. local Fort Belvoir, VA time
- Published: April 10, 2026
NAICS Codes
- 221210 – Natural Gas Distribution
- 424710 – Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals
- 424720 - Petroleum and Petroleum Products Merchant Wholesalers (except Bulk Stations and Terminals)
- 425120 – Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
- 488310 – Port and Harbor Operations
- 486910 – Pipeline Transportation of Refined Petroleum Products
- 488119 – Other Airport Operations
- 488320 – Marine Cargo Handling
- 493190 – Other Warehousing and Storage
- 531190 – Lessors of Other Real Estate Property
- 541614 – Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
- 561210 – Facilities Support Services
Additional Notes
A dedicated workshop and Q&A session will be held during the DLA Energy Worldwide Symposium, April 21-23, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency – Crystal City, Arlington, VA. Submissions should include RFI number SPE603-26-R-5X52 in the email subject line. Technical questions can be directed to Captain Anas Maazouzi at Anas.Maazouzi@dla.mil.