DLA ENERGY AEROSPACE JP-10 AND PF-1
ID: SPE60125R0303Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA ENERGY AEROSPACE ENRGY-DLAE-MJBSA LACKLAND, TX, 78236, USA

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All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing (325199)

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LIQUID PROPELLANT FUELS AND OXIDIZERS, CHEMICAL BASE (9135)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy-Aerospace is seeking proposals for the production and storage of bulk propellant, specifically High Density Synthetic Hydrocarbon Type JP-10 and Priming Fluid Grade PF-1, under a 100% Small Business Set Aside competitive basis. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary production facilities, raw materials, and labor, while ensuring compliance with military specifications and maintaining product quality throughout the storage and distribution process. These propellants are critical for military operations and U.S. space programs, necessitating stringent quality assurance and regulatory adherence. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be issued on or about December 3, 2024, with a closing date expected 30 days thereafter. Interested parties should contact Tammie Campbell at Tammie.Campbell@dla.mil for further information.

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    The DLA Energy-P-11 document outlines the procedures for managing Energy Aerospace products, including their storage, transport, packaging, inventory control, and financial oversight financed by the Defense Wide Working Capital Fund (DWWCF). It applies to Energy Aerospace Storage Points (EASPs) and Defense Fuel Support Points (DFSPs), detailing the roles of various stakeholders, including military service control points, federal civilian agencies, and authorized customers. Key responsibilities include ensuring product availability, submitting accurate forecasts, and maintaining accountability and documentation for inventory transactions. Additionally, the document specifies financial management practices for billing and reimbursement, addressing customer forecasts, sales, and returns of products, with an emphasis on compliance with existing laws and regulations. Procedures for conducting physical and book inventories, addressing discrepancies, and monitoring variances are also included. The guidance ensures the integrity of Energy Aerospace logistics operations and reflects a structured approach to federal RFP, grant management, and logistics efficiency in governmental operations.
    The document outlines the MIL-DTL-87107F specification for High-Density Synthetic Hydrocarbon Propellant, specifically Grade JP-10, utilized by the Department of Defense. It provides a comprehensive scope, detailing classification, applicable documents, and requirements for the propellant, which consists solely of exo-tetrahydrodicyclopentadiene. The specification covers materials, finished propellant attributes, and permissible additives, including antioxidants and fuel system icing inhibitors. A series of chemical and physical properties, such as flash point, density, viscosity, and particulate matter content, are defined with specific testing methodologies outlined in ASTM and ISO standards. The document emphasizes the importance of rigorous inspection and testing protocols to ensure product integrity, including rejection criteria for non-conforming samples. It mandates the use of recycled or environmentally preferable materials when feasible. Packaging standards are referenced, and general acquisition requirements are set out to guide contracting officers. The specification concludes with an appendix on the gas chromatography method for quantitative purity assessment of JP-10. This rigorous process ensures military readiness through the enhancement of fuel performance in military gas turbine and ramjet engines, reflecting a strong commitment to quality and safety in defense operations.
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) requires a contractor for the production and storage of aerospace energy products, specifically JP-10 and PF-1, crucial for national defense and U.S. space programs. The contractor must ensure reliable supply through the provision of facilities, raw materials, and labor, while adhering to various distribution and storage guidelines. Key responsibilities include maintaining storage capacity (with at least 135,000 gallons for bulk JP-10), managing DLA-owned finished goods, and ensuring product quality in compliance with military specifications. Additionally, the contractor must comply with hazardous materials regulations, provide timely product availability, and maintain stringent inventory controls. The contractor is also responsible for effective packaging and safe transport of the materials as per federal regulations. The contract outlines stringent delivery schedules, quality assurance measures including Certificate of Analysis notifications, and the requirement to use tamper-indicating devices (TIDs) for added security. Overall, this document details the operational, logistical, and regulatory requirements for the support of DLA Aerospace Energy in the procurement and distribution of JP-10 and PF-1, ensuring compliance with the needs of U.S. defense initiatives.
    The document outlines MIL-DTL-87173D w/AMENDMENT 1, a specification for grade PF-1 propellant priming fluid utilized in military gas turbine and ramjet engines. It includes the scope, classification, and applicable documents while emphasizing the fluid's composition—comprised solely of exo-tetrahydrodicyclopentadiene and methylcyclohexane. The specification is formalized for government use, stressing the importance of materials, additives, and rigorous testing standards to ensure quality and safety. Key requirements include the limits for chemical composition, physical properties like flash point and density, and rigorous inspection for visual clarity and particulate contamination. Additionally, it discusses permissible additives and their measurement standards while outlining the sampling and testing procedures necessary for compliance with the specifications. Superior workmanship and detailed testing methods are mandated to achieve high-quality production. The specification highlights the stringent conformance testing processes that ensure adherence to these requirements, underscoring its critical role in supporting military operations. Overall, this document reflects the Department of Defense's commitment to ensuring the reliability and safety of priming fluids in military applications.
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