Sources Sought Notice: Naval Air Station (NAS) Kingsville, TX
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 issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified small business sources for Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) aircraft and ground fuel support services at Naval Air Station (NAS) Kingsville, TX. This market research aims to inform a potential small business set-aside decision. Responses are due March 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
DLA Energy seeks firms capable of providing non-personal services to operate and maintain GOCO fuel facilities. This includes receiving, storing, issuing, maintaining quality, and accounting for petroleum products, as well as maintaining associated fuel facilities. The requirement also includes providing fuel trucks at the start of the contract period.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (Not an RFP)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Anticipated Duration: Four-year base period, five-year option period, plus a six-month extension option.
- NAICS Code: 493190 (Size Standard: $36.5 million)
- Response Due: March 13, 2026, 3:00 PM Local Time Fort Belvoir, VA
- Published: February 27, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested firms should submit a response (limited to 15 pages) addressing:
- Company Profile: Employees, office locations, DUNS/CAGE, business status, SAM registration.
- Personnel Capability: Qualified and experienced personnel with appropriate clearances.
- Past Performance: Details on similar fuels management contracts (prime or sub), including contract number, agency, period, value, type, services, and any issues/resolutions.
- Teaming Arrangements: If applicable, type, work percentage, and services.
- Financial Capability: Stability, lines of credit for a multi-year contract, and an approved accounting system.
- Phase-in Period: Realistic timeframe to commence performance.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only, in accordance with FAR Part 10, to determine potential small business participation. It is not a request for proposal and does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract award. The Government will not pay for information submitted.