How to bid on GOCO Fuel Storage Services at Patrick SFB, FL for DLA

What the agency is buying

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy needs a contractor to manage Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) fuel storage and services at Patrick Space Force Base (SFB) in Florida. This includes comprehensive fuels management, bulk fuel handling, operating a retail service station, and providing aircraft fuel support.

The contractor will be responsible for safe, accurate, and timely handling, quality control, and accountability of all petroleum products. This also involves performing required maintenance on facilities, systems, vehicles, and equipment, and ensuring compliance with environmental protection, safety, and security directives. The contract is expected to be a firm fixed-price award with a four-year base period, a five-year option, and an option to extend for up to six months.

Key dates and deadlines

This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 15, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 31, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET. It is important to submit your response before this deadline, as late submissions may not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is exclusively set aside for 8(a) small businesses. The primary NAICS code for this procurement is 493190, which covers Other Warehouse and Storage. Firms with experience in fuel logistics, storage, distribution, and facility maintenance, particularly within a government-owned, contractor-operated framework, would be well-suited for this bid.

The contractor will need to provide sufficient general-purpose and special-purpose vehicles to meet contract requirements for aviation and ground product services.

How to respond

The solicitation will be published electronically on the SAM website. To access the opportunity, click “View original source” to open the portal. If the first click lands you on the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though for many bids this is not required.

Interested companies must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) to respond. Details regarding a pre-proposal conference and site visits will be listed in the solicitation. Offerors planning to attend will be required to submit their names in writing via email to the Contract Specialist.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Given this is a firm fixed-price contract for a Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) facility, clearly demonstrate your understanding of managing government assets and adhering to strict operational protocols. Highlight your experience with fuel quality control, inventory accuracy, and environmental compliance.

Emphasize your firm's ability to provide and maintain the necessary vehicles and equipment for both aviation and ground product services. Detail your training programs to ensure personnel are fully qualified for all Performance Work Statement tasks. Since this is an 8(a) set-aside, ensure your 8(a) certification is current and clearly presented in your proposal.