91 -- DESC FY07 Annual Procurement Forecast

The Defense Energy Support Center (DESC) has provided its fiscal year 2007 annual forecast for petroleum acquisitions, outlining the estimated quantities of various fuel types anticipated for procurement. The forecast includes significant volumes of JP8 jet fuel at over 73 million barrels, along with other jet fuels such as JP50, JA1, JAA, JP5, JP4/JAB, and JTS totaling various millions of barrels. Distillates, diesel (both ground and marine), residuals, and motor gasoline (both leaded and unleaded) are also listed, alongside a smaller volume of lubricants. These quantities represent an estimate based on DESC’s needs and comply with federal acquisition regulations; however, actual purchase amounts will be detailed in specific bids and proposals issued by DESC’s procurement offices. Supporting information highlights that the solicitation number for this forecast is Reference-Number-SP0600FY07FORECAST, with the posting date in early November 2006. The contract relates to NAICS code 324110, associated with petroleum refineries. Point of contact for further details is Phyllis M. Orange, Chief Bulk Domestic Contracting, reachable via email or phone. This forecast serves to inform potential suppliers of the general procurement scope without committing to exact quantities.