Natural Gas (City Gas) at NAF Atsugi
ID: FA520924GASATSUGIType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5209 374 CONS PKAPO, AP, 96328-5228, USA
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified vendors to provide a continuous supply of natural gas (city gas) to the Main Boiler Plant at Naval Air Facility Atsugi in Japan. The procurement aims to ensure a reliable 24/7 natural gas service, with an estimated annual consumption of 6,700,000 cubic meters over a five-year contract period from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2030. This service is critical for supporting U.S. military operations, requiring compliance with both Japanese regulations and U.S. operational standards. Interested parties should respond to the Market Survey Questionnaire and direct inquiries to Yuri Takashima at yuri.takashima.jp@us.af.mil, with the understanding that the successful contractor must be registered as a gas retailer under the Japanese Gas Business Act.

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    The Market Survey Questionnaire for Natural Gas Supply at Atsugi outlines U.S. government requirements for city gas provision at NAF Atsugi. The primary goal is to assess the compatibility of Japanese commercial practices with these requirements. The contractor will provide continuous natural gas supply to the Main Boiler Plant at NAF Atsugi, ensuring compliance with the Japanese Gas Business Act. The contract is planned for five years, from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2030, with a projected average annual consumption of 6,700,000 m³. Key components include: the contractor coordinating with Tokyo Gas Network for inspections, maintaining specific pressure requirements, and addressing factors like annual load factors, gas resource cost adjustments, and potential excess charges. The survey seeks input on conditions for payment terms and contract flexibility, including options for service to additional locations and the pricing structure. The document also highlights compliance with U.S. regulations regarding the prohibition of ties with certain foreign entities, ensuring that responders provide necessary operational readiness and mobilization periods. Ultimately, this survey serves as a foundational assessment to facilitate the procurement process for natural gas services critical to U.S. military operations at Atsugi.
    The document outlines the requirements for a contractor to supply natural gas 24/7 to the Main Boiler Plant at Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi. Key responsibilities include ensuring a consistent gas supply, conducting periodic and emergency inspections, and maintaining compliance with Japanese laws. The contractor must provide natural gas with specific pressure and quality requirements, estimated at 1,700 m3/hour and 6,700,000 m3/year of consumption. They are required to submit maintenance and emergency response plans within ten business days post-award. Additionally, detailed protocols for inspection, meter calibration, and emergency response times are mandated, including a 30-minute response timeframe for incidents. The pricing structure follows Japanese regulations, with calculations influenced by resource costs and potential penalties for not meeting minimum usage criteria. The minimum guaranteed order is ¥50,000, and attendance at a post-award conference is mandatory for effective contract management. This solicitation emphasizes operational readiness, compliance with local regulations, and ensuring safety and reliability in gas supply services at a U.S. military installation in Japan.
    The document outlines projected annual and historical monthly water consumption figures for a federal project under Solicitation No. FA5209XXXX. Over the proposed five-year contract, an estimated total of 33,500,000 cubic meters is anticipated, with consistent yearly projections of 6,700,000 cubic meters. Monthly average consumption varies, with January showing the highest demand at 1,006,080 cubic meters and October the lowest at 263,795 cubic meters, resulting in a total historical consumption of 6,677,123 cubic meters. The maximum flow rates are defined, with a monthly contract maximum of 1,700 cubic meters and a capacity peak at 2,300 cubic meters. This document serves as an essential component for contractors and stakeholders involved in responding to the RFP, emphasizing the expected water needs, flow capacities, and historical usage patterns critical for effective resource planning and management within the context of government-funded projects.
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