ContractSolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Propellant, Rocket Grade Kerosene (RP1, RP2 and RP2 Special Blend)

DEPT OF DEFENSE SPE60126R0300
Response Deadline
Dec 8, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy, is soliciting proposals for the production and storage of Rocket Grade Kerosene (RP-1, RP-2, and RP-2 Special Blend) under Solicitation SPE601-26-R-0300. This procurement aims to secure a firm-fixed-price requirements contract for the delivery of these propellants, which are critical for rocket propulsion systems, ensuring compliance with the detailed specifications outlined in MIL-DTL-25576F. The contract period is set from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2031, with a total small business set-aside, encouraging participation from eligible vendors. Interested parties must submit their proposals by December 8, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Jessica Negron at jessica.negron@dla.mil.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
324110
Petroleum Refineries
PSC Code
9130
LIQUID PROPELLANTS AND FUELS, PETROLEUM BASE

Solicitation Documents

11 Files
SF30_SPE60126R03000001.pdf
PDF18 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
Amendment 0001 to Solicitation SPE60126R0300 extends the deadline for offer submissions to December 8, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time. The purpose of this extension is to provide vendors with additional time to respond and encourage greater competition. All potential offerors are advised to frequently check sam.gov for any further amendments and must acknowledge all amendments in their proposals by completing SF1449 blocks 30a-30c and SF30 blocks 15a-15c, then submitting them via email to jessica.negron@dla.mil before the new closing date and time. Offers received after this deadline will be considered late in accordance with FAR 52.212-1(f).
RP_Attach 2 - MIL-DTL-25576F.pdf
PDF174 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
MIL-DTL-25576F w/AMENDMENT 1, dated May 24, 2023, is a detailed specification for two grades of rocket propellant kerosene: RP-1 and RP-2. It outlines the chemical and physical properties, testing methods, and quality assurance provisions for these propellants, intended for use in rocket engines and gimbal systems. The document specifies limits for properties such as distillation temperature, sulfur content, freezing point, heat of combustion, viscosity, aromatics, olefins, hydrogen content, copper strip corrosion, microseparometer rating, flash point, thermal stability, and particulate matter. It also details acceptable additives like antioxidants and metal deactivators, along with their maximum concentrations. The specification references numerous ASTM, IP, and ISO standards for testing and sampling procedures. It emphasizes strict adherence to these requirements for government acceptance, with specific guidelines for sampling, inspection, and rejection of non-conforming lots. Packaging requirements are to be specified in the contract or order, and the document includes definitions for "barrel" and "lot" for clarity in acquisition.
RP_Attach 3 - Energy QAP E33.10.pdf
PDF2486 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
The provided document is not an RFP, federal grant, or state/local RFP. Instead, it is a technical message indicating that the PDF viewer may not be able to display the document's content. It advises the user to upgrade to the latest version of Adobe Reader and provides links for download and further assistance. The message also includes trademark information for Windows, Mac, and Linux. The document's purpose is to troubleshoot a display issue for a user attempting to access a PDF file.
RP_Attach 4 - Energy QAP E45.01 (AUG 2019).pdf
PDF1779 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
This document, DLA FORM 1889, outlines the Supplemental Quality Assurance Provision (SQAP) for Energy QAP E45.01, specifically regarding Manufacturing Qualification Requirements for JP-10/PF-1 aerospace energy. It details the stringent pre-production sample requirements, including the preparation of four one-gallon JP-10 samples and their testing by both the contractor and a U.S. Government laboratory. Contractors are responsible for all associated costs and are allowed one resubmission if samples fail. The document also specifies First Article Approval procedures, requiring a 6,000-gallon first article batch, full specification testing, and submission of a two-gallon sample to the Government laboratory. If the first article fails, the Government has options ranging from allowing plant modifications to contract termination, with no equitable adjustment to the contract price for contractor efforts to remedy defects. The overarching purpose is to ensure the quality and specification compliance of JP-10 propellant for government contracts.
RP_Attach 5 - Energy QAP E1.16 Contractor Insp Resp (Aug 2014).pdf
PDF473 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
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RP_Attach 6 - Contractor Perf Data Sheet.pdf
PDF131 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
Attachment 2 to Solicitation SPE601-26-R-0300, titled "CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET," requires prospective contractors to submit information on similar government and non-government contracts or subcontracts. This data sheet is crucial for evaluating a contractor's past performance. The requested information includes company name, point of contact, phone and fax numbers, product supplied, quantity, method of delivery, place and period of performance, and whether a subcontracting plan was in place. Contractors must provide details for contracts completed within the last two years or those still in progress with at least one year of performance history. A checkbox is provided for entities that have not performed similar contracts. This attachment is essential for assessing a bidder's qualifications and experience in the context of federal government RFPs.
RP_Attach 7 - Trans Equipment Delay Cert.pdf
PDF739 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
The "TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT DELAY CERTIFICATE" (Form H-14, Attachment 5, SPE601-26-R-0300) is a crucial government document used to record and certify delays in the transportation of goods. It captures essential details such as consignor, consignee, product, carrier, trailer number, shipping and receiving dates/times, and reasons for delays, clearly assigning responsibility to either the carrier or consignee/consignor. The form requires certification signatures from the consignee, shipper, and driver. It mandates that a copy accompany each detention invoice to validate payment, ensuring transparency and accountability in federal, state, and local government contracts involving transport logistics.
RP_Attach 8 - Pricing Worksheet.xlsx
Excel13 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
This document is an RFP or similar government procurement file detailing various propellant products and related services. It lists specific products like RP-1 Propellant Kerosene Bulk, RP-2 Propellant Kerosene Bulk, and RP-2 Propellant Kerosene Special Blend, along with their respective quantities. Additionally, it includes services such as RP-1 & RP-2 Drumming and Monthly Bulk Storage for each propellant type. The document outlines a five-year period (Y1-Y5) for pricing, with a "POP" (Period of Performance) indicated. A crucial note specifies that "OFFERED PRICES SHALL NOT EXCEED SECOND DECIMAL PLACE AND ROUNDING IS NOT AUTHORIZED," emphasizing precise financial reporting. The file appears to be a structured request for pricing for these items and services, with columns for Unit Price, Extended Price, and Currency (USD), which are currently blank, awaiting contractor submissions.
RP_Attach 9 - KO Requirements.pdf
PDF297 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
This government file, SPE601-26-R-0300, outlines the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy Aerospace Contracting Officer Requirements, focusing on an indefinite quantity contract for JP-10 and RP-1 fuel supplies. Key aspects include a requirements-type contract with fixed unit prices and economic price adjustment. The document details extensive quality assurance provisions, including contractor inspection responsibilities, strict packaging and marking requirements for hazardous materials (JP-10/RP-1), and comprehensive inspection and acceptance protocols. It mandates a detailed Quality Control Plan (QCP) covering receiving, blending, sampling, testing, calibration, storage, handling, and loading procedures, with specific requirements for tank cars, trucks, intermodal containers, and drum shipments. The file also specifies quantity determination methods, delivery performance expectations, and administrative requirements for Government-owned product at DLA Energy Aerospace Support Points (EASPs), including inventory control, reporting, and record retention. Environmental protection, material safety data sheets, and proposal submission guidelines are also covered.
SF1449_SPE60126R0300.pdf
PDF1825 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
This government solicitation, SPE600-20-R-0200, is an RFP for product delivery by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy. The solicitation seeks offers for product delivery using government-contracted containers to various locations in the continental United States. The performance period for this contract is from February 1, 2023, to January 31, 2028, with an estimated total quantity of 13,800,000 gallons across different product types (JP5, JP8, and F76). The government intends to award one firm-fixed-price contract, utilizing Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 for Commercial Acquisition and Part 15 for Contracting by Negotiation. Offers will be evaluated based on best value, with specific consideration given to the lowest-priced technically acceptable source selection process. All offerors must comply with requirements listed in Section L and submit pre-award samples meeting the MIL-SPEC-PRF-83133 requirements by October 23, 2022. Questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted via email to Jessica Negron by October 13, 2022, and all offers are due by December 2, 2022, at 3:00 PM EST.
RP_Attach 1 - RP SOO 21 Jul 25 (1).pdf
PDF124 KBDec 2, 2025
AI Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) requires contractors for the production and storage of Propellant, Rocket Grade Kerosene RP-1, RP-2, and RP-2 Special Blend (SB) in bulk and drums. Contractors must provide all necessary materials, labor, and equipment, adhering to local, state, and federal regulations. Products must meet MIL-DTL-25576F specifications, with an added ASTM E1064 test method. Pre-award samples are required for government testing, though previous compliant submissions are acceptable. The contract specifies delivery timelines for bulk and drummed products, with bulk RP-1 requiring up to 28,000 gallons in 28 days, and RP-2/RP-2 SB requiring up to 10,000 and 18,000 gallons respectively with 30 days' notice. Contractors must provide significant bulk storage (100,000 gallons for RP-1, 10,000 each for RP-2/RP-2 SB) and secure drum storage. The storage site will be a Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP), requiring accountability reports. Contractors must provide laboratory support for product quality surveillance, including sampling and analysis. They will also manage bulk and drum load-outs for government-provided carriers, requiring 7 days' notice for scheduling and adherence to specific access hours. Load reports are mandatory for bulk shipments. Additionally, RP-2 SB and RP-2 have specific chemical class limits via GC x GC. Certificates of Analysis must be submitted with invoices and separately to DLA.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedOct 14, 2025
amendedAmendment #1· Description UpdatedOct 15, 2025
amendedLatest AmendmentDec 2, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineDec 8, 2025
expiryArchive DateDec 23, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
Office
DLA ENERGY AEROSPACE ENRGY-DLAE-M

Point of Contact

Name
Jessica Negron

Place of Performance

UNITED STATES

Official Sources