FY-27 Contractor Operated Civil Engineer Supply Store (COCESS) - Request for Proposal
Overview
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PSC
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, specifically FA2823 AFTC PZIO, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Contractor Operated Civil Engineer Supply Store (COCESS) at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. This opportunity seeks a contractor to provide all necessary labor, supervision, equipment, and materials to operate a supply store that simplifies the purchase of quality materials and small real property equipment for Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) personnel and Facility Managers. Proposals are due by May 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM Z.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will establish and operate a storefront on Eglin AFB, including servicing outlying areas such as Duke Field, the Army Ranger Camp, and remote sites on Okaloosa Island. Key responsibilities include acquiring, issuing, delivering, storing, warehousing, inventorying, sourcing, purchasing, receiving, and stocking a wide variety of commercial and industrial materials, equipment, parts, and supplies. These items are primarily for construction, facility maintenance, and the Base U-Fix-it program, covering categories like electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general construction. The store must stock high-use/critical/consumable materials for immediate purchase and provide quality customer service.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Proposal)
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Place of Performance: Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, and surrounding areas.
- Response Due: May 20, 2026, 5:00 PM Z.
- Published: April 20, 2026.
- Pricing: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) for pre-priced items, with fair and reasonable pricing required for Non-Priced Items (NPIs).
- Period of Performance: Store hours are Monday through Friday, 0700 – 1600, excluding federal holidays.
- Transition: A transition plan is required for new contractors, detailing operations start-up within 40 calendar days.
Performance Standards
The contract outlines specific performance metrics, including customer service (no more than 2 valid complaints per 100 customers), contractor training compliance (95% on time), and high compliance rates (98-100%) for areas such as premium freight approvals, hazardous material management, on-time delivery, NEXGEN IT transactions, and reporting.
Additional Notes
This solicitation is subject to fund availability; no award will be made until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation without obligation to reimburse offerors for costs. The primary contact for this opportunity is Jared Dunn at jared.dunn.6@us.af.mil or 850-883-7452.