P919 Bulk Tank Farm Improvements, Phase 1 Naval Station Rota, Spain
Overview
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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 Department of the Navy (NAVFACSYSCOM ATLANTIC) is issuing a presolicitation for P919 Bulk Tank Farm Improvements, Phase 1 at Naval Station Rota, Spain. This is for a Design-Bid-Build, Firm Fixed Price contract to construct new fuel storage and associated infrastructure. This will be an unrestricted, full and open competitive procurement. The solicitation (RFP N62470-25-R-9004) is anticipated to be released on or about September 18, 2025.
Scope of Work
The project involves the construction of two new 50,000 barrel bulk storage tanks designed to USAFE/NATO "cut-and-cover" standards. Key deliverables include:
- Dedicated pump vaults with associated pumping equipment for each tank.
- One standby generator for pumps.
- A new 18-inch diameter JP-5 cargo fuel pipeline with metering, connecting Pier 3 and the Bulk Tank Farm.
- Design phase work, including utilizing the existing Utility Bridge to cross the Rio Salado River and Horizontal Directional Drilling to re-route an existing pipeline under Arroya del Salado.
- Installation of electrical utilities, including distribution, communications, site lighting, lightning protection, and cathodic protection for tanks and pipelines.
- Associated Site and Civil work.
- Removal of out-of-service piping.
- HazMat surveying, testing, and proper disposal of contaminated soil and/or hazardous materials found on fuel piping.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (Design-Bid-Build).
- Period of Performance: Approximately 909 days after notice to proceed.
- Magnitude of Construction: Between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, full and open competitive procurement.
- Solicitation Release: On or about September 18, 2025.
- Anticipated Proposal Due: September 18, 2026.
- Published Date: September 2, 2025.
- Bonding requirements will apply.
Evaluation
The solicitation will be an RFP (FAR 15.203) for negotiated procurement. Evaluation will be based on price competition, technical merits, and other factors to ensure best value. Anticipated non-price evaluation factors include: Construction Experience, Safety, Technical Solution, and Past Performance. The Government reserves the right to enter into negotiations or limit the competitive range.
Eligibility & Notes
All contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at the time of offer/proposal submission and contract award. Additionally, contractors must be registered at the Register of Bidders Contractors of the Spanish Ministry of Finance with applicable classification for projects over 500,000 euros. Site visit information will be provided in the solicitation. Offerors are responsible for frequently checking sam.gov for all notices, amendments, and responses to pre-proposal inquiries.