Department of War Nationwide Coal-based Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation SP0604-26-R-0409, issued by the DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY-ENERGY on March 11, 2026. This amendment extends the solicitation and outlines significant changes related to a nationwide coal-based power purchase agreement (PPA). Key amendments include updated phone numbers for SF 1449, Box 7B, and a revised NAICS Code to 221112 with a size standard of 950 employees. The Schedule of Supplies/Services is now specified as "Department of War Implementing Executive (EO) Order 14386 Nationwide through Coal-Based Power Purchase Agreement(s)(PPA)." The authority for this solicitation is amended to Executive Order 14386, "Strengthening United States National Defense With America’s Beautiful Clean Coal Power Generation Fleet," emphasizing coal-fired power generation as essential for national and economic security. The Government intends to award firm fixed-price PPA contracts under 10 U.S.C. § 2922(a) for energy or fuel for military installations within CONUS, specifically utilizing coal-based power supply. The solicitation also seeks approaches to strengthen grid reliability, prevent blackouts, enhance on-site fuel security, and support mission assurance for defense and intelligence facilities. Offerors are required to describe their ability to support long-term PPA supply arrangements under 10 U.S.C. § 2922a, including experience with contracts up to 30 years and potential contract structures.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy has issued a Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items (SP0604-26-R-0409) for Nationwide Coal-Based Power Purchase Agreement(s) (PPA) to implement Executive Order 14386,

Amendment 0003 to solicitation SP0604-26-R-0409, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency-Energy, extends the deadline for offers to July 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT. This amendment, effective May 12, 2026, modifies Block 8 of the SF 1449. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by returning a signed copy, noting it on their offer, or sending a separate letter or telegram before the new deadline. Failure to acknowledge may result in rejection of the offer. The document requires the contractor to sign and return one copy to the issuing office. Cynthia G. Ralph is listed as the Contracting Officer.

Amendment 0002 to solicitation SP0604-26-R-0409, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency-Energy, details an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for coal-based electricity to Department of War installations nationwide. The solicitation, based on Executive Order 14386, seeks proposals from owners/operators of existing coal-fired power generation facilities to provide electricity and ancillary services for up to a 5-year IDIQ contract with 10-year task orders. Key requirements include strengthening grid reliability, preventing blackouts, and enhancing on-site fuel security. An Industry Day is scheduled for April 22, 2026, for clarification and feedback. Proposals will be evaluated on price, technical capability, and past performance, with price being significantly more important. Offerors must submit electronic proposals by May 15, 2026, addressing specific questions on installations, long-term supply, pricing models, and securing agreements with retail electric suppliers.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy has issued a Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Items (SP0604-26-R-0409) for the procurement of coal-based electricity. This initiative aligns with Executive Order 14386 to strengthen national defense and economic security with America's coal power generation fleet. The DLA intends to award multiple Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts with firm-fixed price Task Order Power Purchase Agreements (TO-PPAs) to supply coal-based electricity to Department of War (DoW) installations nationwide. The IDIQ contracts will have a 5-year term, and TO-PPAs can extend up to 10 years. The solicitation seeks offers from owners/operators of existing commercial coal-fired power generation facilities or those with access to such facilities. Proposals will be evaluated on price, technical capability, and past performance, with price being significantly more important than non-price factors. An Industry Day will be held on April 22, 2026, for interested parties. Offers are due by May 15, 2026.

The Defense Logistics Agency - Energy (DLA Energy) has issued Solicitation Number SP0604-26-R-0409, an RFP for firm-fixed-price contracts under 10 U.S.C. § 2922(a) to strengthen U.S. national defense with coal-based power generation. This initiative, driven by Executive Order 14386, seeks proposals for constructing, operating, and maintaining coal-based Energy Production Facilities (EPFs) for Department of War (DoW) installations within the Continental United States (CONUS). The contract term can extend up to 30 years, encompassing construction, testing, energy production, and EPF removal. Proposals must address specific CONUS locations, long-term supply arrangements, project schedules, and strategies for mitigating risks to project timelines. Environmental compliance with NEPA is mandatory. An Industry Day is scheduled for April 22, 2026, for interested parties. Offers are due by May 15, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT, and will be evaluated based on price (most important) and a combined technical/risk factor.

This government file, Attachment III of solicitation SP0604-26-R-0409, outlines mandatory representations and certifications for offerors, supplementing those on SAM.gov. It includes FAR 52.209-7, requiring disclosure of responsibility matters like criminal, civil, or administrative proceedings related to Federal contracts/grants exceeding $10,000,000 within the last five years, with information to be updated in FAPIIS. FAR 52.209-12 mandates certification for contracts over $7 million regarding federal tax compliance, including filing returns, absence of criminal tax convictions, and resolution of unpaid tax assessments. Additionally, DFARS 252.204-7016 and 252.204-7017 address covered defense telecommunications equipment or services, requiring offerors to represent whether they provide such services and, if so, to disclose specific details to ensure compliance with prohibitions on their acquisition for covered missions.

The DLA Energy Small Business Subcontracting Plan, updated December 2023, outlines requirements for offerors to satisfy federal subcontracting regulations (Public Law 95-507, Public Law 99-661, and FAR Clause 52.219-9). The plan requires offerors to establish subcontracting goals for various small business concerns (SB, VOSB, SD-VOSB, HUBZone, SDB, WOSB), detailing the types of supplies and services to be subcontracted and the methods used to develop these goals. It also mandates specific procedures for administering the subcontracting program, identifying potential small business sources, and ensuring equitable opportunities for these businesses. The document emphasizes active management of the plan, including providing assistance to small businesses, considering them in 'make-or-buy' decisions, confirming HUBZone certifications, and imposing penalties for misrepresentation. Contractors must agree to flow-down clauses to subcontractors, cooperate with government studies, submit periodic reports via eSRS, and maintain detailed records of their subcontracting efforts. The plan requires multiple signatures for approval, including the offeror, Contract Specialist, Contracting Officer, Division Chief (if SDB goal is less than 5%), Small Business Specialist, and the SBA Procurement Center Representative.

This document is Amendment 0005 for federal solicitation SP0604-26-R-0409, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy. The solicitation, titled "EO 14386 NATIONWIDE COAL-BASED Power," was originally dated March 11, 2026, and this amendment is effective as of July 9, 2026. The purpose of Amendment 0005 is to incorporate specific updates into the solicitation package. First, it revises Attachment JA3 under Part III, Section J (List of Documents, Exhibits, and Other Amendments). Second, it incorporates the second group of Requests for Information (RFI Group 2) submitted by potential offerors, along with the government's official responses. The amendment does not extend the deadline for the receipt of offers. To remain eligible, contractors are required to sign and return one copy of this amendment to the issuing office, or otherwise acknowledge receipt of the amendment prior to the specified submission hour and date.

This document is a federal Non-Disclosure Statement and Offeror Consent form issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy under Solicitation Number SP0604-26-R-0409. The solicitation supports the Department of War (DoW) in implementing Executive Order 14386 for Nationwide Coal. The agreement establishes a legally binding non-disclosure commitment between an offeror and a nongovernment advisory company assisting the government in the proposal evaluation process. Under this agreement, the nongovernment advisor and its employees are prohibited from disclosing any non-public, proprietary, or procurement-sensitive information—such as proposal details, offeror identities, and evaluation ratings—to unauthorized individuals. This obligation remains in effect indefinitely, even after the contract is awarded, and unauthorized disclosures may lead to employment termination or government contract cancellation. Additionally, the document includes an "Offeror Consent" section where the submitting offeror formally authorizes DLA Energy to share its proprietary proposal data with the designated nongovernment advisory company solely for evaluation purposes. Both parties must sign and date the document to execute the agreement.

This document is Amendment 0005 to Solicitation SP060426R0409, issued by DLA Energy (FEA Installation Energy) on behalf of the Department of the West (DoW). It provides answers to a second group of Requests for Information (RFIs) regarding the procurement of retail electricity specifically generated from coal-fired assets. Key clarifications provided by DLA Energy include: - **Project Scope:** While DLA Energy regularly procures retail electricity, this is the first acquisition specifically dedicated to purchasing coal-fired electricity for DoW sites. - **Submission Requirements:** The initial proposal is for placement on an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle. Pricing is not required at this stage and will be solicited during the subsequent Delivery Order RFP (DO-RFP) phase. Specific submission package guidelines are detailed in Section L of Amendment 0004. - **Teaming and Partners:** Teaming arrangements featuring a prime coal-producing contractor and a retail electricity provider partner utilizing the partner's past performance are acceptable. - **NDA Requirements:** Attachment JA3 (Non-Disclosure Agreement) is required for both the IDIQ proposal and subsequent DO-RFPs to account for third-party government advisors. Typos in the NDA regarding utility privatization have been corrected. - **Operations:** Hourly matching of coal generation to retail delivery is not required due to routine maintenance and economic dispatch outages; however, bidders are encouraged to list operational exceptions in their proposals. There are no plans to extend the RFP response deadline.

Amendment 0004 to Solicitation SP0604-26-R-0409, issued by the DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY-ENERGY, revises the initial solicitation dated March 11, 2026. This amendment, effective June 18, 2026, incorporates changes to the solicitation, which has been rewritten in accordance with the uniform contract format. The deadline for offer submissions is not extended. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by returning a signed copy, acknowledging it on their offer, or sending a separate letter or telegram. Additionally, the amendment provides documents from an Industry Day Event, including

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy is seeking proposals for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to purchase electricity from coal-fired energy production facilities. This initiative, driven by Executive Order 14386, aims to strengthen national defense by ensuring grid reliability, enhancing on-site fuel security, and supporting mission assurance for Department of War (DoW) installations across the United States. The IDIQ contract will have a 5-year ordering period, with individual Delivery Order-Power Purchase Agreements (DO-PPAs) not exceeding 10 years. Contractors must demonstrate access to existing, operational coal-fired facilities and comply with all federal and state requirements, including annual reporting on electricity generation. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical and price components, with fair opportunity provided to all IDIQ contract holders for DO-PPA awards.

Attachment JA1- CFPF Attestation Forms SPE604-26-R-0409 outlines the requirements for contractors to attest to the coal-based power supply used in federal government contracts, in compliance with EO 14386 Nationwide Coal. Contractors must submit two forms: Form A and Form B. Form A, submitted by the Retail Energy Supplier, details the total coal-based power delivered to the government during the Annual Compliance Period, including a breakdown by CLIN. The supplier attests that all coal-based power originated from CFPF generators, was obtained through direct contractual agreements, and that data from Form B is accurate. Form B is completed by each coal-fired production facility (CFPF) that supplied power to the contractor for the government's requirements. This form requires facility information, fuel type, capacity, total kWh sold to the supplier, and the period of delivery. Both forms require declarations under penalty of perjury, ensuring the accuracy and legitimacy of the coal-based power supply information. This process ensures transparency and accountability in the procurement of coal-based electricity for government contracts.

This Teaming Arrangement outlines the terms between a Prime contractor and a Subcontractor for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy Coal-Based IDIQ procurement process (SP0604-26-R-0409). The agreement establishes that the Prime will be the sole contact with the government, while the Sub will provide specific work defined in the solicitation. Both parties agree to work in good faith to secure the contract, bearing their own pre-award costs. The Prime has final authority over proposal content but must accurately represent the Sub's contributions. The agreement clarifies that this is a contractor team arrangement, not a joint venture or partnership, and is governed by U.S. law.

The document, Amendment 0004 to Solicitation SP060426R0409, addresses questions from an Industry Day Event regarding an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for retail coal-fired generated electricity for Department of War (DoW) installations. Key points include the removal of the Pentagon as a specific pricing reference, clarification that the IDIQ provides a framework for military installations in regulated and deregulated markets, and that delivery orders (DO-PPAs) will specify contract periods (up to 10 years). The solicitation is for IDIQ contract holders, with DO-RFPs issued for specific installation requirements. Existing coal plants are eligible, and new construction is also permitted. Termination for convenience clauses will be included, and specific details on pricing structures, energy profiles, and ancillary services will be provided at the DO-RFP level. The government aims to strengthen the grid through diversification of resources, aligning with EO 14386. DLA Energy will execute the IDIQ, and specific installation requirements will be handled through individual DO-RFPs.

The Non-Disclosure Statement and Offeror Consent (Solicitation Number SP0604-26-R-0409) is a critical document for the Department of War's (DoW) implementation of Executive Order 14386 regarding nationwide coal. This agreement establishes a non-disclosure obligation between an offeror and a nongovernment advisor's company, ensuring the protection of sensitive information related to the privatization of utility systems. The nongovernment company and its employees agree not to disclose procurement-sensitive information, confidential financial data, trade secrets, and proposal details to unauthorized individuals. This obligation continues even after contract award. Additionally, the offeror provides consent for DLA Energy – FEA, Installation Energy, to share proprietary information with the nongovernment advisor's company for proposal evaluation purposes. Failure to comply with these terms can result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or government contracts. This document is crucial for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of the solicitation process.

The DLA Energy Small Business Subcontracting Plan outlines requirements for offerors to satisfy federal subcontracting regulations (Public Law 95-507, Public Law 99-661, and FAR Clause 52.219-9). The plan details how contractors must establish subcontracting goals for various small business concerns (SB, VOSB, SD-VOSB, HUBZone, SDB, WOSB), describe methods for developing these goals, and indicate whether indirect costs are included. It also specifies procedures for identifying potential small business sources, ensuring equitable competition, and managing the subcontracting program. Key management aspects include assisting small businesses, considering them in 'make-or-buy' decisions, confirming HUBZone status, notifying subcontractors of misrepresentation penalties, and flowing down subcontracting clauses. The plan mandates submitting periodic reports via the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS) and maintaining detailed records of outreach efforts, solicitations, and awards. It concludes with signature blocks for approval by various government officials, including the Contracting Officer and Small Business Specialist, and provides instructions for completion and submission.

The document, Attachment JA5 Past Performance, is an integral part of an RFP (SPE604-26-R-0409) related to EO 14386 Nationwide Coal. Its primary purpose is to solicit past performance references from offerors, which the Government will evaluate based on recency, relevancy, and quality. Offerors are explicitly required to provide exactly three past performance references. For each reference, specific details are requested, including the Company Name, Responsible Contract Administrator (with telephone number and email), Total Retail Contract MWs, ISO/RTO, Local Utility, Contract Start Date, and Contract End Date. This information is crucial for the Government to assess an offeror's capability and confidence in meeting the solicitation's requirements, as further detailed in RFP Section M.1.4.2.

This Industry Understanding Guide (Exhibit JE1) for solicitation SP0604-26-R-0409 aims to inform prospective contractors and market participants about the Government's acquisition strategy for coal-generated electricity. The Government seeks to purchase delivered retail electricity from coal-fired resources for Department of War (DoW) installations, not coal as a commodity or ownership interests in generation/transmission. The guide details participation models for generators, retail energy providers, and utilities, emphasizing that teaming arrangements are permitted. It outlines different market structures (deregulated and regulated) and their varying requirements for contractors, including licensing, scheduling, and utility coordination. Key takeaways highlight that the Government is purchasing electricity, market requirements differ by state, and contractors are responsible for regulatory compliance and delivery performance. Successful performance necessitates coordination among multiple market participants.

Executive Order 14386, issued on February 11, 2026, emphasizes the critical role of coal-fired power generation in strengthening United States national defense and economic stability. The order asserts that a resilient and reliable electric grid, not reliant on intermittent energy sources, is fundamental to military operations and defense-industrial production. Given the nation's abundant coal resources and the proven reliability of coal-fired generation for continuous baseload power, the Department of War (DOW) is directed to prioritize the preservation and strategic utilization of coal-based energy assets. This includes ensuring military installations and defense bases remain fully powered under all conditions, viewing this capability as essential for national security, strategic deterrence, and energy dominance. The policy, building on previous executive orders, declares coal vital for national and economic security, necessitating power generation resources with abundant fuel supplies for extended operations during national energy emergencies. The Secretary of War, in coordination with the Secretary of Energy, is instructed to procure power from the U.S. coal generation fleet through long-term Power Purchase Agreements for DOW and mission-critical facilities, prioritizing projects that enhance grid reliability, blackout prevention, on-site fuel security, and mission assurance for defense and intelligence capabilities.

DLA Energy’s Solicitation SP0604-26R0409 seeks electric power generation capabilities from coal-based assets to support federal installations. This initiative aligns with Executive Order 14386, emphasizing domestic energy reliability and the strategic role of dispatchable generation. The solicitation is not for coal procurement but for securing dependable, coal-fired electricity in both regulated and deregulated markets across the continental U.S. Offerors must tailor approaches to market structures, potentially partnering with retail energy providers in deregulated markets to ensure delivery. The acquisition will use an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, providing flexibility for future power orders. Evaluation will focus on methodology, management plans, past performance, and overall value, with a strong emphasis on market alignment and execution clarity.