SPDRS PORTABLE FUEL TANK WITH INTEGRATED PUMP

SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT

FOR

SPDRS PORTABLE FUEL TANK WITH INTEGRATED PUMP

ANNOUNCEMENT: N61331-26-SN-Q32

SOURCES SOUGHT – THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Posting Date: 06/03/2026

Closing Date: 06/22/2026

The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWCPCD) is conducting a survey of potential sources for the Self-Support Distributed Refueling System (SPDRS) program. NSWCPCD is seeking sources for a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) portable fuel storage system with an integrated pumping capability. This is a SOURCES SOUGHT (SS) for a fuel storage and transfer system in support of the SPDRS program.  THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS.  Key Parameters include but not limited to: 

Features:

1. System shall include a standard utility fuel service nozzle
2. System shall be capable of receiving fuel from a military hand service nozzle with a diameter of 1.650 inches and nozzle length of 7.280 inches (reference NSN: 4930-00-106-8674)
3. System shall be capable of receiving fuel at a minimum rate of 10 GPM (threshold) or 25 GPM (objective)
4. System shall be capable of dispensing fuel at a minimum rate of 10 GPM (threshold) or 25 GPM (objective) using an integrated pumping capability
5. System shall have a method of accurately measuring the volume of fuel remaining
6. System shall include or be compatible with a meter to accurately measure amount of fuel dispensed during operation
7. System will consist of two different sizes of fuel tanks, a “Small” and a “Medium”
   1. The SPDRS Small shall possess a maximum capacity of between 20 and 50 gallons
   2. The SPDRS Medium shall possess a maximum capacity of between 70 and 120 gallons
8. System shall be transportable on off-road vehicles when full.  Specify if manual vent cap is an option and provide latch details to ensure latch is robust.
9. System shall be 24V and/or 12V compatible.
10. System shall be stackable while full.
11. System shall be man portable by 2 to 6 marines when empty.
12. System shall be fully operational down to -25 degrees Fahrenheit (F) without the addition of any special cold-weather kits and up to 125 degrees F.
13. System shall be compatible with MILSPEC fuel to include diesel and JP-8.
14. It is desired that the system is durable enough to withstand up to a 5.3 ft drop full.
15. It is desired that the system has a drain plug.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT:

Vendors shall provide the following information:

1. Responses for each key parameter listed in this document, i.e. how the proposed solution meets each parameter listed in this document. 
2. Relevant documentation (data sheets, user manuals, test reports, etc.).  Include details on the filter used and if all components are Berry Compliant.  Also provide DOT compliance information.
3. Under separate cover, provide unit cost with price breaks up to a quantity of 100.  Range with not-to-exceed estimate is acceptable.
4. Available reliability data with associated application conditions and measuring methods.
5. Anticipated life-cycle of the proposed solution, e.g. anticipated active production years with follow on support years for existing customers.
6. Lead-time for delivering first four units and standard lead-times thereafter should a production contract be awarded.
7. Return for repair process with minimum estimated service charge.
8. Technology maturity or technology readiness level (TRL) as defined by the Defense Acquisition Guidebook (DAG), and use in DoD programs.
9. Overall dimensions and empty weight of the system.
10. Any material handling features or tie-down locations
11. Description of any internal baffles or other mechanisms intended to reduce sloshing
12. Provide name and address of firm;
13. Indicate size of business and status: Large, Small, Small Disadvantaged, 8 (a), Women-Owned, HUB-Zone, Veteran- Owned and/or Service-Disabled-Veteran-Owned Business
14. Represent ownership including Country of Ownership, System for Award Management (SAM) information, and DUNS & CAGE Number if available
15. Provide two points of contact including: name, title, phone and e-mail address

WHERE TO SEND RESPONSES:

Interested parties may provide electronic or paper submittals to be received by the Government by 22 June 2026.  There is no specific format or outline that submittals must follow.  Each response must reference the SS title. 

Telephone responses will not be honored.  Technical questions and capability statement submittals must be emailed to timothy.s.george2.civ@us.navy.mil.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PROPOSALS AND NO CONTRACT WILL BE AWARDED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO REIMBURSEMENT WILL BE MADE FOR ANY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH PROVIDING INFORMATION IN RESPONSE TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, OR ANY FOLLOW-UP INFORMATION REQUESTS. RESPONDENTS WILL NOT BE NOTIFIED OF THE RESULTS OF THE EVALUATION.

In the event a solicitation is developed, it will be assigned a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) number and the announcement will be published in the Navy Electronic Commerce Online (NECO) and the Government Point of Entry website SAM.gov.  This announcement should not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract.   NAICS Codes 332420 & 326199 applies, Size Standard is 750