P919 - Phase I, Bulk Fuel Tank Farm Improvements, 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 soliciting proposals for P919 - Phase I, Bulk Fuel Tank Farm Improvements at Naval Station Rota, Spain. This unrestricted solicitation seeks a contractor to construct new fuel tanks, pipelines, and associated infrastructure. Proposals are due March 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project involves the construction of two new "cut-and-cover" 50,000 barrel fuel tanks, each with a dedicated pump vault and associated pumping equipment, and a standby generator. The scope also includes:
- Associated Site and Civil work.
- Removal of out-of-service piping and HazMat surveying/testing.
- Installation of a new 18-inch diameter fuel pipeline with metering from Pier 3 to the Bulk Tank Farm, utilizing Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) under the Rio Salado River.
- Design and installation of a cathodic protection system for tanks and pipeline.
- Installation of electrical utilities, including distribution, communications, site lighting, lightning protection, and cathodic protection.
- Option Line Item 0004 for the F76 Fuel Line from Pier 3 to the Bulk Storage Fuel Farm Improvements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price Solicitation (N6247026R0006)
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000
- Period of Performance: 909 calendar days from Notice to Proceed
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Full and Open Competition)
- NAICS Code: 237120 (Construction Of Fuel Supply Facilities), Size Standard: $45M
- Proposal Due: March 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM Norfolk, VA local time
- Published Date: March 3, 2026 (latest amendment)
- Offer Acceptance Period: 270 calendar days after offer due date
Evaluation
Award will be based on a "best value tradeoff" process. Non-price factors are significantly more important than price. Key evaluation factors include:
- Factor 1: Construction Experience (relevant project experience period extended to 15 years).
- Factor 2: Safety (Acceptable/Unacceptable).
- Factor 3: Technical Solution.
- Factor 4: Past Performance. Price is also a factor. Offerors must submit prices for all CLINs (0001 through 0004).
Eligibility & Requirements
- Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Spanish Law: Compliance with Spanish contracting law and classification requirements is mandatory. Offerors must certify their registration and classifications with the Spanish Ministry of Finance (Attachment G).
- Guarantees: A 50% Performance Guarantee or Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 10 days after award.
- Site Visit: A site visit was held on December 16, 2025, at Rota, Spain. Attendance was highly encouraged but not mandatory.
Additional Notes
This solicitation has undergone multiple amendments, with Amendment 0005 being the latest, extending the proposal deadline and revising experience requirements. Attachments include detailed specifications, drawings (Volumes 1-15), pricing schedules, and forms for certifications and base access.