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How to respond to DLA Energy’s Bulk Petroleum Products notice
What DLA Energy is researching
DLA Energy is conducting market research on about 1.03 billion gallons of aviation fuel and naval distillate for its Rocky Mountain, West Coast, and offshore program. The listed products are JP5, Jet A, JA1, and F76.
This is a Sources Sought Notice, not a bid or request for quotes. DLA Energy estimates that 11% of the fuel quantity may be set aside for small businesses, though that share may change. A draft solicitation may follow in December 2026, with a synopsis and solicitation around January 2027.
Deadline and what happens next
Send your response by November 26, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. This deadline is for market research, not a contract offer.
DLA Energy says that not responding does not prevent a firm from offering on a later solicitation. However, limited interest may affect whether the effort proceeds competitively.
Who this opportunity may suit
This notice is relevant to suppliers able to provide one or more of the listed aviation fuels or naval distillate, and to firms with sources and transportation methods for bulk fuel delivery. The notice identifies tanker, barge, truck, rail car, and pipeline as anticipated delivery methods.
Small businesses may want to respond: DLA Energy estimates an 11% small-business share and asks designated small businesses to ensure their SAM designation is correct. First-time vendors are encouraged to include a capability statement.
How to respond
Use the opportunity portal’s “View original source” step to open the notice. If the first click lands on the portal homepage, click it again to go to the opportunity. A free account may be needed to view documents.
Email your response to Ms. Natalie Charles and Mr. Adam Gugelman at the addresses provided in the notice. Include your company name and address, a point of contact, email address, phone number, the types of fuel you can supply, your supply sources, and your transportation modes.
Prepare a useful response
Be specific about which listed fuels your company can supply and describe your supply sources and delivery methods clearly. If you are a first-time vendor, include a capability statement as encouraged by DLA Energy.
Check that your contact details are complete and that your SAM small-business designation is correct if applicable. Treat this response as market research, not as an offer: the notice says the later procurement may use a mandatory Bulk Offer Entry Tool for submitting and signing offers.
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Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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