SPE60017C5037 Justification and Approval
Overview
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PSC
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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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy has published a Justification & Approval (J&A) for a bridge contract to continue alongside aircraft refueling and fuel storage services at NAS Whiting Field, FL. This action ensures uninterrupted essential fuel operations by extending the current contract with Maytag Aircraft, LLC.
Scope of Work
The services include Government-owned contractor-operated (GOCO) fuel services, encompassing retail and bulk fuel dispensing, receiving, storing, and issuing petroleum products. Key requirements involve safe and efficient operations, inventory accuracy, environmental compliance, and maintenance of facilities, associated systems, vehicles, and equipment, ensuring timely handling, quality control, and accountability of petroleum products.
Contract & Timeline
This J&A is for a modification to contract SPE600-17-C-5037. The bridge action covers a six-month period from June 1, 2026, through November 30, 2026, with six one-month options extending services through May 31, 2027. The initial value for this six-month bridge is $2,132,077.62, funded by FY2026 defense working capital funds. The J&A was published on June 16, 2026.
Justification & Eligibility
This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition, citing FAR 6.103-1(c)(2)(i) and (ii) and 10 U.S.C. §3204(a)(1). The justification is based on the determination of "Only One Responsible Source" due to the specialized nature of the services and the significant risk of substantial duplication of costs and unacceptable delays if a new contractor were introduced. A Sources Sought Notice (SSN) was previously posted on SAM.gov on January 24, 2025, to solicit capability statements.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation for proposals. Awarding to a new source would risk a break in service, disrupt the mission, and lead to significant delays in acquiring necessary infrastructure and training. The incumbent contractor, Maytag Aircraft, LLC, has successfully provided these services at an acceptable level, and the anticipated cost is deemed fair and reasonable. A follow-on contract solicitation (SPE603-26-R-0507) is anticipated to be awarded on September 16, 2026.