GASOLINE, AUTOMOTIVE

Foster Fuels, Inc. (CAGE 4CNB5) was awarded a fixed-price contract under the Defense Logistics Agency for the delivery of automotive gasoline and diesel fuel through a delivery order issued against the base contract SPE60524D4504, with the award notice issued on July 16, 2026 under solicitation SPE60526FHRR8. The contract spans a performance period from December 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028, with deliveries required at multiple locations across Michigan and Illinois, including Manistee, Grand Haven, St. Ignace, Macomb, and Marquette, under F.O.B. Destination terms. The contract encompasses multiple line items for fuel delivery via tank wagon, with quantities subject to a ±10% variance and unit prices ranging from $3.48 to $4.716 per unit, resulting in an estimated total value of $3,994,360.30. Delivery is governed by strict logistical protocols, including mandatory use of metered tickets, hazardous materials-certified drivers, and electronic invoicing exclusively through the Wide Area Workflow system, with payments processed via Electronic Funds Transfer as mandated by SAM.gov. The contract incorporates critical cybersecurity requirements under DFARS 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7009, mandating NIST SP 800-171 compliance and timely reporting of cyber incidents involving covered defense information. Inspection and acceptance occur solely at the delivery destination, performed by authorized government personnel using DODAAC codes tied to specific facilities, with quality standards referencing ASTM D975 and multiple versions of the QAP 52838 ENERGY specifications. No explicit packaging, preservation, or marking requirements are detailed, and MIL-STDs are not referenced, though the nature of bulk fuel transport by tank wagon implies adherence to general hazardous material handling norms. The contract includes clauses promoting small business participation, including accelerated payment provisions for small business subcontractors and provisions supporting small business growth, indicating Foster Fuels, Inc. is likely recognized as a small business entity under the program, though no explicit socioeconomic certifications are documented. The award relies on incorporated representations and certifications via SAM.gov, with no separate submissions required. Contract administration is managed through designated DoDAACs, including SL4701 for payment and Z309