OCONUS Commercial Solution Opportunity - Defense Commissary Agency

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) to procure new electric forklift batteries to replace existing ones that are unable to hold a complete charge. The batteries are for use in a cold storage warehouse in Kaiserslautern, with temperatures as low as -32 Celsius. The existing batteries are to be removed and disposed of according to host nation requirements.

• One-time purchase award for thirteen (13) electrical forklift batteries: Type 24v 8TPzS 1000 Ah DIN-A for Still RX 50/15, including one 24v AQUAmatic 3.0 mounted and compatible cable set.

• One (1) electrical forklift battery: Type 48v 5 TPzs 625 Ah Din-B for a Still RX 20/16, including one 48v AQUAmatic 3.0 mounted and compatible cable set.

• Removal and disposal of old existing batteries in accordance with host nation requirements.

• The document references a "Commercial Opportunity Solution – Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA), dated 01.21.2026, paragraph 5.0" and "Aol 5.1 Grow Sales" as supporting information.

• Interested vendors with capability in providing material handling equipment battery solutions should submit their Commercial Solution Proposal (Phase 3) in accordance with section 3.4 Commercial Solution Proposals.

• The closing date for this opportunity is 22 May 2026 at 12:00 PM Central European Time (CET).

• Not explicitly stated, but vendors must have capability in providing material handling equipment battery solutions.

• All communications and questions pertaining to this opportunity should be sent via email to the Points of Contact: Ruth Ecker (ruth.ecker@deca.mil) and David Bremmer (david.bremer@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a Commercial Solution Opportunity (CSO) from the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) seeking innovative, commercial approaches for industrial temporary generator controls at the Central Distribution Center on Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The objective is to replace an existing backup power system with non-operable electrical switchgear, leveraging industry best practices and modern technologies to improve reliability and accountability for the CDC electrical backup power systems. The solution involves building and installing temporary generator controls for two existing Cummins generators.

• Temporary replacement for the existing generator control system.

• Local and higher-level/supervisory control.

• All components for proper and reliable temporary operation.

• Interface and communication with circuit breakers.

• 24/7 hotline/emergency support availability.

• The solution should be from the same manufacturer as the existing equipment (Cummins Generators) or a preferred service provider experienced with paralleling Cummins Generators.

• Equipment and approach will undergo inspections by TUEV Saarland.

• The timeline for performance is 10 weeks total from award until commissioning.

• Award is contemplated on or around May 5, 2026.

• Interested vendors with proven expertise should submit their Commercial Solution Proposal (Phase 3) in accordance with section 3.4.

• The REVISED closing date for this opportunity is Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central European Time (CET).

• The opportunity is seeking European Union registered firms.

• Attachment 1 contains technical data regarding current conditions and the issue statement, including details on the existing generators (2 x Cummins C900D5 with HC634H alternators, inventory numbers CDK 000365 and CDK 000366) and load test results.

• All communications and questions should be sent via email to Suzette San Juan (Suzette.Sanjuan@deca.mil) and Anna Gulewich (anna.gulewich@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement by the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) for an industrial multi-purpose meat forming machine to be used at the Central Meat Processing Plant (CMPP) on Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The goal is to leverage industry best practices and modern technologies to improve reliability and service quality for commercial meat processing equipment. The machine must be Conformité Européenne (CE) certified.

• An industrial multi-purpose meat forming machine.

• Capable of producing ground beef loaves with dimensions of 115 mm x 140 mm and weights of 454 grams (1 US LB) and 681 grams (1.5 US LB).

• Capable of producing ground beef (hamburger) round patties in weights of 170 grams (6oz) and 225 grams (8oz).

• The equipment will be integrated into a production line with an existing industrial wrapping machine.

• Not specified in this document.

• Interested vendors must submit a written solution brief (Phase I) in accordance with section 3.2 Solution Brief.

• The closing date for this opportunity is Thursday, 30 April 2026, at 12:00 PM Central European Time (CET).

• The requirement is for European Union registered firms.

• All communications and questions should be sent via email to Ruth Ecker (ruth.ecker.de@deca.mil) or David Bremer (david.bremer@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) issued by the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) under DFARS 212.70. DeCA is seeking innovative commercial technologies, products, and services to modernize business operations and enhance its ability to deliver the military non-pay benefit at significant patron savings. The CSO aims for a streamlined acquisition process with rapid decisions to expedite the award and delivery of critical solutions.

DeCA is looking for solutions that can:

• Improve the commissary benefit.
• Decrease costs without diminishing the benefit.
• Improve processes with a high risk of fraud, waste, or abuse.
• Reduce waste and decrease process variation.

The CSO may result in awards for commercially available technologies, products, or services, including those fueled by commercial or strategic investment, concept demonstrations, pilots, and agile development activities. Awards will be structured as fixed-price contracts.

• Contracts awarded under this authority may extend through fiscal year 2028.
• The CSO may result in multiple awards.
• Contracts will be fixed-price.

The solicitation process may involve a multi-phased approach:

• Phase 1: Submission of a written solution brief (max 10 pages or 20 slides).
• Phase 2: Presentation (if applicable).
• Phase 3: Request for Commercial Solution Proposal (CSP).

The government may forgo phases. Submissions will be evaluated based on responsiveness to the Area of Interest (AoI), technical merit, and affordability. The government may engage in discussions with companies during any phase.

• Companies must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov prior to award.

• Companies must register in the PIEE Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) application.

• Companies must be deemed responsible and not suspended or debarred.

• The government reserves the right to amend the CSO, add Areas of Interest (AoIs), and extend the CSO beyond the open-until date.

• No specific dollars are reserved for awards under this CSO, and the government will not pay for proposal development costs.

• Companies are encouraged to frequently check SAM.gov for new AoI postings.