THE INSPECTION, TESTING, CERTIFICATION, AND REPAIR OF ABOVEGROUND AND UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS
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 Department of the Air Force, through FA4484 87 CONS PK, is issuing a Sources Sought notice for the inspection, testing, certification, and repair of Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs) and Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JB MDL), New Jersey. This market research aims to identify qualified contractors for these essential services. Responses are due by March 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement encompasses comprehensive management, personnel, equipment, materials, and tools for the maintenance of 12 USTs and 7 ASTs. Services include:
- Annual, triennial, and monthly inspections based on tank type.
- Testing, certification, and repairs.
- Adherence to federal, regional, state (e.g., NJAC 7:14B, NJAC 7:1E), and industry standards (e.g., UFC 3-460-03, 40 CFR Part 280, PEI RP900 & RP600, STI SP001).
- Environmental protection compliance, including spill prevention and hazardous material handling.
- Maintaining detailed records of all activities.
Performance Standards
Key performance metrics include:
- Emergency Service: Arrival within one business day.
- Minor Repairs (< $100): Completion within two days of commencement.
- Major Repairs (> $100): Detailed quote within 24 hours, work commencement within two days of approval, completion within eight days.
- Reporting: Inspection/testing reports within five days of completion; monthly and annual inspections documented in the STAR system.
- Quality Control: Submission of a written quality control plan.
Special Requirements
Contractors must:
- Hold and maintain all necessary individual and business certifications/licenses from the State of New Jersey for UST inspection, testing, and repair.
- Comply with all environmental regulations.
- Obtain government network access (DoD Common Access Card).
- Submit all reports and documentation electronically.
- Adhere to security requirements, including base access and antiterrorism measures.
- Provide a job-specific safety plan within 10 days of contract start.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 05:00 PM EST
- Published: March 06, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is for market research purposes only to identify potential sources. It does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or a guarantee of future contract award.