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 a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) titled "Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution & Delivery (SPEED)" to competitively procure innovative commercial items, technologies, and services. This blanket solicitation aims to fulfill requirements, close capability gaps, and advance technology across various AFIMSC Areas of Interest (AoIs). The overall CSO is open from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2030, with individual AoI calls having specific submission deadlines.
Purpose & Scope
AFIMSC seeks to foster innovation by connecting Airmen with resources, industry experts, and non-traditional contributors. This CSO utilizes a streamlined acquisition process (DFARS Subpart 212.70) to award FAR Part 12 Commercial Item Procedures contracts or Other Transactions (OTs) under 10 USC 4022. The initiative supports the Air Force's embrace of innovation and adaptation to evolving challenges.
Key Requirements & Submission Process
The CSO employs a multi-spiraled approach:
- Spiral 1: Submission of a solution video (max 5 minutes, HD, .mp4, under 1.0GB) or a written solution brief (max 5 pages or 15 slides). Submissions must define the problem, accelerate the mission, advance the state of the art, and describe the business model.
- Spiral 2: Presentation/Pitch/Demo to demonstrate technical and business viability, potentially including a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) price.
- Spiral 3: Invitation to Propose (ItP) for a written proposal and negotiation of terms.
Contract Details
- Type: Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO), leading to fixed-price contracts (potentially fixed-price incentive fee) or Other Transactions.
- Open Period: September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2030.
- Ordering Period: May extend up to 12 months beyond the CSO Open Period end date.
- Period of Performance: Varies for individual awards, specified in each AoI Call.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is a full and open acquisition, considering all interested vendors, including small businesses and non-traditional contractors. Companies must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov prior to award.
Current/Upcoming Areas of Interest (AoIs)
Several AoIs are currently active or recently closed, with varying submission requirements and deadlines:
- AoI 2609 - Innovative Housing Enterprise Management Solutions: Spiral 1 white paper brief due May 12, 2026 (Modernize AF Housing Management with AI/analytics).
- AoI 2608 - BRAC Innovative Approaches, Technologies and Methodologies: Spiral 1 video brief due April 28, 2026 (Enhance BRAC decision-making with AI/analytics/automation).
- AoI 2607 - As-Built BIM Data Acquisition: Spiral 1 & 2 Presentation/Pitch/Demo due April 16, 2026 (Acquire/manage as-built BIM data for AF bases).
- AoI 2606 - AFCEC Enterprise-Wide Contracting Data Repository and Dashboard: Spiral 2 submission due April 14, 2026 (Centralized data repository and dashboards for AFCEC contracting).
- AoI 2501 - Construction Cost and Schedule: This AoI is currently Open for submissions.
Evaluation
Submissions are evaluated based on responsiveness to the AoI, technical merit, and price/affordability. Ratings include Highly Recommended, Selectable, or Not Selectable. The government reserves the right to award some, all, or none of the proposals.
Contact Information
- Primary: Michael Grasso (michael.grasso.3@us.af.mil, 3804578637)
- Secondary: Krystle M. Zapata (krystle.zapata.1@us.af.mil, 3804599768)
- General Inquiries: 772ESS.Speed.CSO@us.af.mil