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NAICS Code· 324110

NAICS 324110: Petroleum Refineries

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in refining crude petroleum into refined petroleum. Petroleum refining involves one or more of the following activities: (1) fractionation; (2) straight distillation of crude oil; and (3) cracking. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 324110 – Petroleum Refineries encompasses the industrial processes involved in refining crude oil into usable petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, lubricants, and petrochemical feedstocks. This sector includes the operation of complex refining units like distillation columns, catalytic crackers, hydrocrackers, and reformers, as well as associated infrastructure for storage, blending, and quality control.

15
Active Contracts
$7.7B
Total Obligations (12mo)
163.5K
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
487
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
131
Median Bidders per Award
-15.6%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 324110.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 324110 – Petroleum Refineries encompasses the industrial processes involved in refining crude oil into usable petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, lubricants, and petrochemical feedstocks. This sector includes the operation of complex refining units like distillation columns,...

NAICS 324110 – Petroleum Refineries encompasses the industrial processes involved in refining crude oil into usable petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, lubricants, and petrochemical feedstocks. This sector includes the operation of complex refining units like distillation columns, catalytic crackers, hydrocrackers, and reformers, as well as associated infrastructure for storage, blending, and quality control. In the federal contracting landscape, this NAICS code supports mission-critical fuel supply chains for military operations, fleet logistics, and infrastructure resilience programs. Government demand is driven by the need for reliable, compliant, and sustainably sourced fuels that meet Department of Defense specifications and environmental regulations. Top contractors in this sector include Virginia Transport LLC, BHPE LLC, BPM Services Inc, and Parkland USA Corporation. These firms range from specialized logistics and fuel distribution primes to energy services providers with expertise in bulk fuel handling, terminal operations, and refinery support services. The competitive landscape is dominated by mid-to-large-sized firms with established supply chain networks and federal compliance certifications, though niche small businesses also compete in specialized maintenance and technical support roles. Primary procuring agencies include the Department of Defense, Department of the Interior, and Department of Veterans Affairs. The DoD is the dominant buyer, leveraging these contracts to ensure fuel availability for tactical and strategic mobility across global operations. The Interior Department procures for park and facility fleet operations, while the VA supports medical center and campus energy needs. Demand is tied to operational readiness, fuel security, and infrastructure modernization initiatives. The market presents consistent opportunity density due to the enduring reliance on refined petroleum products for federal operations. Contractors with expertise in fuel quality assurance, logistics integration, and environmental compliance are well-positioned to compete. Trends indicate growing emphasis on supply chain resilience, fuel specification adherence, and contingency planning for remote or austere environments.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 324110, ranked by dollars won.

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Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 324110, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Crowded Field

Median above 5 bidders per reported award. · 618,068 reported awards

Median Bidders

131

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

6%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

86%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

24% of 2,582,591 total awards

How this code compares up the NAICS hierarchy. Parent cohorts pool every code under their prefix, so they are the steadier baseline when a 6-digit sample is thin.

Industry FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
324110This Code
Petroleum Refineries
Crowded Field1316%
618,06824% of 2,582,591
32411NAICS Industry
Crowded Field1316%
618,06824% of 2,582,591
3241Industry Group
Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing
Crowded Field1027%
646,97916% of 3,960,139
324Subsector
Crowded Field1027%
646,97916% of 3,960,139
32Sector
Manufacturing
Moderate Competition331%
3,142,44329% of 10,788,432

Bidder counts reported on past federal awards in this NAICS (USAspending). An open opportunity has no bidders yet, so this is the historical norm for similar work, not a fact about this solicitation. Not all awards report bidder counts, and fewer bidders often means incumbent-held work rather than an easier win. Federal reporting of bidder counts fell from ~96% of awards (FY2016) to ~30% (FY2018 onward); the chart shows shares of reported awards, and washed-out stretches mark years with fewer than 30 of them.

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NAICS code 324110 covers Petroleum Refineries. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in refining crude petroleum into refined petroleum. Petroleum refining involves one or more of the following activities: (1) fractionation; (2) straight distillation of crude oil; and (3) cracking. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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Sources Sought Notice SPE605-26-RFI-1019 PC&S 1.8R Tinian
Solicitation # SPE605-26-RFI-1019
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Energy has issued Sources Sought Notice SPE605-26-RFI-1019 to identify qualified businesses capable of supplying JP8 turbine aviation fuel to Tinian International Airport in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. This request is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a binding contract. The expected period of performance runs from December 1, 2026, to January 30, 2027, with a total estimated requirement of 900,000 U.S. gallons of fuel. The requirement consists of two specific barge deliveries: 400,000 gallons in mid-December 2026 and 500,000 gallons in mid-January 2027. Due to commissioning activities and fuel transfer processes, vessels must remain in port for approximately five days during the first delivery and three days during the second. Vendors are responsible for providing all necessary spill containment equipment, including floating booms and boats. Technical constraints include a shallow harbor draft of 25 feet, with some areas as shallow as 17 to 20 feet. Interested respondents must be registered under NAICS code 324110 in the System for Award Management. Submissions are due by September 8, 2026, and must include company identification, CAGE codes, technical capabilities, supplier information, refinery status, and any previous experience with the Direct Delivery Ground Fuels Program in the Pacific region. Responses should be directed to the contracting office points of contact, including Katie Richardson and Omar Joyce.
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Western Pacific Bulk Fuels Purchase Program (WESTPAC )
Solicitation # SPE602-26-R-0706
The Western Pacific Bulk Fuels Purchase Program (WESTPAC), solicited under SPE602-26-R-0706, is a Department of Defense procurement by DLA Energy to meet the annual bulk petroleum needs of the Western Pacific and Middle East Regions, covering F76 naval distillate, JP5 aviation turbine fuel, and JA1 aviation turbine fuel with additives. The estimated volumes are 207.7 million gallons of F76, 137.6 million gallons of JP5, and 266.4 million gallons of JA1, delivered through multiple modes including tanker, barge, railcar, truck, and pipeline, with FOB destination tanker offers prohibited. The contract is structured as a commercial item solicitation with a phased selection process: Phase 1 is a mandatory pass/fail gate requiring offerors to demonstrate inherent capability by being a refiner/manufacturer, submitting an approved Letter of Supply Commitment, or having held a qualifying DLA Energy bulk petroleum contract within the prior three years. Offerors failing Phase 1 are disqualified without negotiation or revision opportunities. The award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, with no trade-offs permitted, and the contract period runs from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with an option to extend under FAR 52.217-9. Pricing is based on a formula-adjustable unit price tied to commodity market fluctuations at time of delivery, and all deliveries must adhere to detailed packaging, labeling, and sealing requirements including serially numbered seals and documentation on shipping manifests, particularly for rail and sea transport. The contract mandates strict compliance with multiple regulatory and operational standards, including environmental responsibilities for oil spill containment and cleanup, submission of Safety Data Sheets compliant with 29 CFR 1910.1200(g), and conformance to QAP E1 quality control requirements through an existing or proposed Quality Control Plan. Contractors must use the Wide Area Workflow system for electronic invoicing and payment, maintaining active SAM registration with a valid Unique Entity Identifier and CAGE code, and ensure compliance with all relevant FAR and DFARS clauses covering gratuities, subcontractor sales restrictions, trade agreements, export controls, antiterrorism policies, prohibited materials such as hexavalent chromium and certain minerals, and business operations restrictions involving sanctioned regimes. Offerors must also comply with federal laws regarding procurement integrity, kickbacks, contracting hours
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Azores 1.8X (PC&S) Ground Fuel Delivery 2026
Solicitation # SPE60526R0201
The contract solicitation SPE60526R0201, titled Azores 1.8X (PC&S) Ground Fuel Delivery 2026, is a combined solicitation issued by DLA Energy to procure Premium Unleaded 10 PPM Gasoline for delivery to U.S. Air Force installations at Lajes Field and AAFES Service Station on Terceira Island in the Azores, Portugal. Performance is scheduled to begin on July 1, 2026, with a base period extending through August 31, 2029, and a 30-day carryover period allowing final deliveries until September 30, 2029. The scope requires the contractor to deliver a total of 198,000 UG6 gallons of fuel via tank truck during business hours, with pricing based on the Platts FOB Middle East benchmark and subject to economic adjustment. All fuel must conform to specification C16.67-1 and comply with applicable environmental regulations, including Title V of the Clean Air Act. Delivery points are designated at Lajes Field, ZIP 09720, and acceptance is governed by Energy Quality Assurance Provisions E12, E18.01, E21.01, E22, E35, and E37, with government inspection and formal acceptance authority resting solely with the Quality Assurance Representative. Offerors must register via the AMPS system and gain access to the Offer Entry Tool (OET) to submit bids exclusively through that platform; no physical or alternative electronic submissions are permitted. Compliance with FAR and DFARS clauses is mandatory, including representations on tax matters, trafficking in persons, System for Award Management, and cybersecurity safeguards under DFARS 252.204-7012 and related provisions. Technical capability is evaluated as a binary pass/fail based on conformance statements, licensure, and a firm supply commitment letter from suppliers; past performance is assessed as acceptable or unacceptable using CPARS and PIEE data; and price is evaluated line item by line item. Awards will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis with no discussions, trade-offs, or negotiation. Packaging and marking must follow Defense Standardization Program requirements, referencing MIL-STD-129, MIL-STD-2073-1, and MIL-STD-130 as accessed through the ASSIST database. Invo
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