Specialized Contaminant and Additive Analysis

The contract entails advanced analytical testing to detect and quantify trace contaminants such as particulates, microbial growth, and chlorides, as well as fuel additives including antioxidants and corrosion inhibitors, in JP5 and F76 aviation fuels. The work requires the use of sophisticated instrumentation including gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry, and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy to ensure precise identification and measurement of substances at low concentration levels. This task is critical for maintaining fuel integrity and operational safety in military aviation systems. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380 for other scientific and technical consulting services, and is issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense. Although specific performance location and point of contact details are not provided, the contract is active through the DIBBS portal with the award identifier SPE60323FA3K9 and was posted on July 20, 2026. The scope demands high-accuracy, regulatory-compliant testing protocols aligned with defense fuel quality standards.