H391--Annual Fuel Testing and Tank Cleaning

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 19, is seeking contractors to provide annual fuel testing and tank cleaning services. The core objective of this procurement is to ensure the safety, compliance, and operational efficiency of fuel storage tanks used by the VA. This includes testing fuel quality, cleaning tanks to prevent contamination, and adhering to environmental regulations.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 19, located in Colorado, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is Aaron Thurber, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 3, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 17, 2026, by 4:00 PM
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is likely to be a firm-fixed-price contract given the nature of the services. The estimated contract value or budget range is not mentioned, nor are any option years specified.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• No specific certifications, security clearances, or set-aside restrictions are mentioned in the provided information.
• There are no geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements noted.
• Minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are not specified.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not detailed.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
While specific technical skills or methodologies are not outlined, bidders should possess expertise in fuel testing and tank cleaning services, including knowledge of environmental regulations and safety standards related to fuel storage.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include conducting annual fuel testing and performing tank cleaning services. Specific performance metrics or service-level agreements are not provided in the opportunity details.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The evaluation criteria for proposals are not explicitly stated, but bidders should prepare to demonstrate their technical approach, past performance, and pricing. It is unclear whether the evaluation will follow a best-value or lowest-price technically acceptable model.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred qualifications that may provide a competitive advantage include prior experience with similar contracts, additional relevant certifications, and a demonstrated track record of compliance with environmental regulations.

In summary, bidders should assess their capabilities in fuel testing and tank cleaning, ensure they are registered in SAM.gov, and prepare to demonstrate their experience and pricing strategies to align with the VA's needs.