DLA Energy - Bulk Petroleum Products Inland/East/Gulf Coast (IEG) Program
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DLA ENERGY.DLA ENERGY · Response deadline: Tue, 21 Jul 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy is soliciting for the Bulk Petroleum Products Inland/East/Gulf Coast (IEG) Program. This is a recurring DLA Energy procurement that supports the Department of Defense's fuel supply chain across the inland United States, East Coast, and Gulf Coast regions. DLA Energy manages the procurement, storage, and distribution of petroleum products for military services and other authorized federal customers.
NAICS code 324110 corresponds to Petroleum Refineries, though DLA Energy bulk fuel solicitations typically involve the supply and delivery of refined petroleum products rather than refining operations. The work generally encompasses the provision of various grades of bulk petroleum—such as jet fuel (JP-8, F-76), diesel, gasoline, and heating oil—to DLA-designated terminals, pipelines, and military installations.
The classification code 9140 in the Federal Procurement Data System specifically denotes "Fuel Oils." see the solicitation for the complete product slate, delivery schedules, and performance requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy, Department of Defense |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE60226R0711 |
| NAICS | 324110 |
| Set-aside | None (full and open competition) |
| Response deadline | July 21, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Not specified in notice (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—no small business set-aside applies. Large businesses, small businesses, and potential subcontractors may compete directly.
To bid, your firm must demonstrate:
- Capability to source and deliver bulk petroleum products at the volumes and specifications DLA Energy requires
- Adequate storage, transportation, and logistics infrastructure, including access to pipelines, terminals, or marine delivery capabilities covering the inland, East Coast, and Gulf Coast regions
- Financial capacity to manage large-scale, often multi-year fuel contracts with extended payment cycles
- Compliance with DLA Energy's quality assurance standards, including product testing, certification, and traceability requirements
- Acceptable past performance in fuel supply or comparable commodity logistics
Veterans, service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, 8(a), and women-owned small businesses may still bid and receive evaluation consideration, though this contract is not reserved for any socioeconomic category. Teaming or joint venture arrangements are common in this market given geographic scope and volume requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand DLA Energy's pricing structure. IEG program solicitations typically use the Defense Fuel Supply Center (DFSC) pricing methodology tied to commercial indices like OPIS, Platts, or DOE regional averages, plus negotiated differentials for delivery and overhead. Model your pricing carefully against historical awards and current market conditions.
Verify terminal and delivery point alignment. The IEG region covers extensive geography. Map your existing or contracted terminal access against DLA's required delivery points. Gaps may require subcontracting with terminal operators or pipeline companies—disclose these arrangements clearly.
Emphasize reliability metrics. DLA Energy prioritizes supply assurance above cost. Document your outage history, backup supply arrangements, inventory management capabilities, and any Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) experience.
Address environmental and safety compliance. Bulk fuel contracts require extensive HAZMAT handling, spill prevention (SPCC plans), and regulatory adherence. Include your EPA, DOT, and OSHA compliance records.
Submit complete disclosures. DLA Energy requires detailed financial statements, surety bonds or letters of credit, and fuel supplier certifications. Missing documentation causes automatic rejection.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using soliciation number SPE60226R0711 for complete requirements, delivery schedules, pricing instructions, and evaluation criteria
- Note the deadline: July 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT—DLA Energy enforces strict late-submission rules
- Register in SAM.gov if not already active; verify your Entity Registration is current and includes NAICS 324110
View the official notice on SAM.gov →