Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition
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 published a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for a Spot Buy of petroleum products, specifically Turbine Fuel, Aviation (JP5) and Fuel, Naval Distillate (F76). This J&A details the rationale for awarding a contract without full and open competition due to an "unusual and compelling urgency basis." The contract, valued at approximately $134.9 million, was awarded for a period from March 27, 2026, to April 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract involved the delivery of a split cargo of USG of Turbine Fuel, Aviation (JP5) and USG of Fuel, Naval Distillate (F76) via FOB Destination tanker delivery.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Spot Buy)
- Award Value: Approximately $134,931,900.60
- Period of Performance: March 27, 2026, to April 30, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (awarded under urgency)
- Published: May 29, 2026
Justification Details
The J&A cites "unusual and compelling urgency" as the reason for not conducting full and open competition, noting that a synopsis was not posted due to this urgency. Market research involved contacting known suppliers and comparing prices against market benchmarks. BP Products North America Inc. expressed interest in this acquisition.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Norma Birch (Norma.Birch@dla.mil, 571-363-7128)
- Secondary Contact: Natalie Charles (natalie.charles@dla.mil, 571-409-0720)