NEW - Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC) Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution & Delivery (SPEED) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC) has issued the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution & Delivery (SPEED) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO). This initiative seeks innovative commercial items, technologies, and services to close capability gaps across various Areas of Interest (AoI). The CSO utilizes a streamlined process under DFARS Subpart 212-70, resulting in FAR Part 12 or OTA-based contracts.
Scope of Work
The CSO covers a broad range of innovation needs, with current active and recently closed calls including:
- BOAR sUAS Framework (AoI 2603): Scalable, open architecture for autonomous beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations of multiple unmanned systems.
- AFCEC Business Systems Modernization (AoI 2602): Modernizing legacy Civil Engineer IT portfolios with cloud-ready architecture, data modernization, and AI-enabled analytics.
- Construction Cost and Schedule (AoI 2501): Data-driven insights to optimize project delivery, benchmarking, and total cost of ownership.
- CE IT Portfolio Optimization (AoI 2601): Rationalizing IT systems to reduce redundancy and align with DAF CIO strategy.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: FAR Part 12 Commercial Item Procedures or Other Transaction Authority (OTA).
- Set-Aside: None specified (Open to traditional and non-traditional defense contractors).
- CSO Period: September 1, 2025 – August 31, 2030.
- Specific Deadlines: AoIs 2602 and 2603 require Spiral 1 submissions by February 24, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
The acquisition follows a three-spiral process:
- Spiral 1: Submission of a 5-minute solution video or a 5-page/15-slide written brief defining the problem and mission impact.
- Spiral 2: Invitation-only presentation, pitch, or demonstration to show technical and business viability.
- Spiral 3: Request for a formal written proposal and contract negotiation. Evaluations are merit-based, focusing on technical merit, mission acceleration, and price/affordability.
Additional Notes
Submissions must be unclassified. Vendors for IT-related AoIs typically require a Secret clearance and a Government Common Access Card (CAC).