R11 Aircraft Refueler

The 325th Contracting Squadron intends to award a sole-source contract to ATAP, Inc. for a six-month lease of one R-11 Aircraft Refueler. This procurement addresses a vehicle shortage at Tyndall Air Force Base. ATAP, Inc. was selected because they can provide an immediately available unit that meets Air Force Petroleum Office (AFPET) certifications and matches the existing training of base personnel. While this is a notice of intent to sole source, the government will accept capability statements until June 20, 2026, to inform future procurement strategies. The contract covers vehicle delivery and maintenance support throughout the lease term. This requirement is for one R-11 vehicle with a 6,000-gallon capacity and a 600 GPM pump. The contractor handles delivery and all maintenance during the six-month lease. The sole-source selection of ATAP, Inc. is based on the immediate availability of equipment that Tyndall Air Force Base personnel are already trained to use, which prevents operational delays. The 325th Contracting Squadron is leasing one R-11 Aircraft Refueler for six months to resolve a vehicle shortage at Tyndall Air Force Base. ATAP, Inc. is the designated sole-source provider because they have an AFPET-certified asset available for immediate use. The scope includes delivering the vehicle and performing all necessary maintenance during the lease.