--DF2 Fuel for the Pathfinder, U.S. Army Engr Dist St. Louis

The Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District, is considering awarding a sole source purchase order for supplying 52,000 gallons of DF2 fuel to the fuel barge CE407, used by the U.S. Army Engineer District St. Louis Physical Support and Service Base. The fuel must meet ASTM D975-94 standards for diesel fuel oils, including being free from contamination and within acceptable sedimentation limits. The quantity may vary by plus or minus 10%, ensuring the barge's maximum load line is not exceeded. Additionally, the contractor is required to provide biocide fuel treatment and a tankerman during refueling, with treatment dispensed into each compartment before fuel transfer. Three samples from each compartment must be supplied to the government for fuel quality analysis. Interested suppliers with the capability to fulfill this requirement were asked to respond by April 24, 2008, 11:00 A.M. The contract solicitation, numbered W912P908T7077, falls under NAICS code 424720 and is managed by the St. Louis District office of the Department of Defense. The point of contact for this requirement is Lisa White, who can be reached by phone or email. The procurement ensures adherence to FAR Part 6.302-1 procedures and complies with federal acquisition regulations for sole source contracts.