Propane Gas Delivery to Osan Air Base
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-OO.411TH CSB.0906 AQ CO CONTRACTING BAT · Response deadline: Sun, 25 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Department is procuring propane gas delivery for Osan Air Base, U.S. military installation in South Korea. This is a fuel supply contract for a critical energy source used across base operations—heating, cooking, equipment operations, and potentially backup power generation in a strategic Indo-Pacific location.
NAICS 325120 covers Industrial Gas Manufacturing, which includes propane production and distribution. While the notice doesn't specify volume or delivery frequency, propane contracts for overseas military bases typically involve regular bulk deliveries with storage coordination, quality certifications, and adherence to military fuel handling standards. See the solicitation for exact quantity, delivery schedule, and technical requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army, Army Contracting Command, 411th Contracting Support Brigade, 0906 AQ Company Contracting Battalion |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W90VN627Q1CQ7 |
| NAICS | 325120 (Industrial Gas Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | None (unrestricted competition) |
| Response deadline | October 25, 2026 at 11:00 p.m. Korea Standard Time (UTC+9) |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
Who can bid
This is an unrestricted procurement—no small business set-aside applies. Any responsible contractor capable of meeting the technical, past performance, and financial requirements may submit an offer. This includes large industrial gas suppliers, energy logistics companies, and any small business with the capacity to deliver propane to a U.S. military base in South Korea.
Given the overseas performance location, bidders must evaluate their ability to:
- Export controlled fuels to a foreign military installation
- Navigate U.S.-South Korea Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) requirements
- Coordinate with military receiving personnel and base logistics
Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audited rates may be relevant for cost-reimbursement elements if included. See the solicitation for specific eligibility certifications, security clearances, or foreign ownership restrictions.
How to put together a competitive bid
Understand the delivery complexity. Osan Air Base is a busy operational installation; deliveries likely require coordination with base transportation offices, compliance with military fuel specifications (possibly MIL-PRF or commercial grade equivalents), and adherence to strict safety protocols. Your proposal should demonstrate established hazardous materials transportation credentials and experience with military or government fuel contracts.
Address the geographic challenge. Propane delivery to South Korea involves international logistics—marine transport, customs clearance, and inland distribution. Clarify whether the government seeks delivered price at Osan or requires contractor-arranged international shipping. Fuel pricing volatility means your proposal should address how price adjustments or economic price adjustment clauses would work; see the solicitation for contract type and pricing mechanism.
Emphasize reliability and contingency planning. Military bases require uninterrupted fuel supply. Your technical proposal should detail backup sourcing, alternative routing, storage capacity, and emergency response procedures. Past performance on similar overseas energy contracts will carry significant weight.
Compete on total evaluated price. With no set-aside, expect competition from established defense fuel contractors. Review the evaluation factors carefully—low price technically acceptable (LPTA) or best value trade-off will shape your strategy.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W90VN627Q1CQ7. Verify the exact propane specifications, delivery requirements, evaluation criteria, and any amendments posted after the initial notice.
Critical deadline note: Responses are due October 25, 2026 at 11:00 p.m. Korea Standard Time (UTC+9)—not Eastern Time. Account for the 13–14 hour time difference from U.S. Eastern Time in your submission planning to avoid late proposals.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →