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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE Propane Gas and Related Services Beale Air Force Base, CA 1. Introduction: The 9th Contracting Squadron, Beale Air Force Base (AFB), CA, is conducting market research to identify... SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE Propane Gas and Related Services Beale Air Force Base, CA 1. Introduction: The 9th Contracting Squadron, Beale Air Force Base (AFB), CA, is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing propane gas and related services in support of base operations. This is a Sources Sought Notice only. It is neither a solicitation nor a request for quote (RFQ). No contract will be awarded as a result of this notice. 2. Purpose: This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment by the Government. Responses to this notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. All interested businesses are encouraged to respond. 3. Description of Services: The Government requires propane gas delivery, tank maintenance, and tank replacement/purchase services at Beale AFB, CA. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and services necessary to perform these services in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices. Key requirements include: Propane Delivery: Delivery to tanks ranging from 500 to 10,000 gallons. Monitoring and maintaining fuel levels to prevent depletion. Provision of signed delivery slips. Tank Maintenance: Routine and preventive maintenance on government-owned propane tanks. Response to maintenance requests (24 hours) and emergencies (4 hours). Inspections for corrosion, leaks, and regulatory compliance. Tank Purchase/Replacement: Purchase and installation of new tanks compliant with NFPA 58 and DOT regulations. Provision of a fixed price list for various tank sizes and types. 4. Contract Information: The Government anticipates awarding an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) and Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) provisions. The total value of all orders under the IDIQ, including option years, will not exceed $900,000. The maximum value of orders per year will not exceed $300,000. 5. Information Requested: Interested businesses are requested to provide the following information: Company Information: Company Name Address Point of Contact (Name, Phone Number, Email Address) DUNS Number CAGE Code Business Size (e.g., Small Business, Large Business) and any applicable socio-economic categories (e.g., Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Woman-Owned Small Business) Capability Statement Market Research Questions: What is the typical lead time for propane delivery in the Beale AFB area? Are there any significant challenges or limitations in providing these services at Beale AFB? Do you have any recommendations for improving the efficiency or effectiveness of the proposed contract? Based on your experience, is the proposed NAICS code (221210) appropriate for this type of work? If not, what NAICS code would you recommend and why?