P919 - Phase I, Bulk Fuel Tank Farm Improvements, Naval Station Rota, Spain
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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 Firm Fixed-Price solicitation seeks contractors for significant infrastructure upgrades, including new fuel tanks and a pipeline. Proposals are due April 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This project involves the construction of two new "cut-and-cover" 50,000-barrel fuel tanks, each with dedicated pump vaults and a standby generator. The scope also includes extensive Site and Civil work, removal of out-of-service piping, and HazMat surveying. A critical component is the installation of a new 18-inch diameter fuel pipeline, utilizing Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) under the Rio Salado River, to transport fuel from Pier 3 to the Bulk Tank Farm. The project also requires the design and installation of a cathodic protection system for tanks and pipelines, along with comprehensive electrical utilities (distribution, communications, site lighting, lightning protection).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 909 calendar days from Notice to Proceed
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $25,000,000 and $100,000,000
- NAICS Code: 237120 (Construction Of Fuel Supply Facilities), Size Standard: $45M
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Full and Open Competition)
- Options: The Government may exercise priced options for CLIN 0002 (Excess Contaminated Soil), CLIN 0003 (Excess Backfill), and CLIN 0004 (F76 Fuel Line from Pier 3 to Bulk Storage Fuel Farm Improvements) within 365 days after contract award.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Submission Deadline: April 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM Norfolk, VA local time.
- Submission Method: Electronic via PIEE Solicitation Module.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be based on a "best value tradeoff" process. Non-price factors (Construction Experience, Safety, Technical Solution, and Past Performance) are significantly more important than price. Offerors must submit prices for all CLINs (0001 through 0004).
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Specific requirements apply to Joint Ventures. The period for relevant project experience has been extended to 15 years. Spanish contracting law and classification requirements (Attachment G) are applicable.
Important Notes
A site visit was scheduled for December 16, 2025, and attendance was highly encouraged. A 50% Performance Guarantee or Performance and Payment Bonds are required within 10 days after award. Numerous amendments have been issued, providing clarifications, revised drawings, and extending the proposal due date multiple times.