OCONUS Commercial Solution Opportunity - Defense Commissary Agency
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 Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) has issued an OCONUS Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) under DFARS 212.70 to identify innovative commercial technologies, products, and services. This initiative aims to modernize business operations and enhance the military pay benefit at DeCA OCONUS locations through a streamlined acquisition process, leading to rapid decisions and fixed-price contracts. The overall CSO is open for submissions until December 31, 2026, but specific Areas of Interest (AoIs) have earlier deadlines.
Purpose & Scope
DeCA seeks solutions that can improve the commissary benefit, decrease costs, mitigate fraud/waste/abuse risks, and reduce process variation. This CSO allows for the competitive procurement of commercially available solutions, including concept demonstrations, pilots, and agile development activities, with awards structured as fixed-price contracts.
Current Areas of Interest (AoIs)
Several specific requirements have been released under this CSO, with the most recent being:
- Commercial Warehouse Racking Solutions: For Kaiserslautern cold storage, seeking CE certified racking to maximize storage density and efficiency. Phase I proposals due June 15, 2026, 12:00 PM CET.
- Scrap Cardboard & Paper Disposal: For six German commissary locations, requiring turn-key solutions for purchase, collection, and disposal of recyclable materials in compliance with host nation laws. Phase III proposals due June 10, 2026, 1:00 PM CEST.
- Fresh Pork Supply: For the Central Meat Processing Plant (CMPP) at Ramstein Air Base, seeking consistent, high-quality fresh pork products compliant with EU regulations and PHC-E approval. Full Solutions Proposals due June 9, 2026, 2:00 PM CEST.
- MHE Cold Environment Batteries: For Kaiserslautern cold storage, requiring new electric forklift batteries (13x 24v, 1x 48v) and disposal of old ones. Phase III proposals due May 22, 2026, 12:00 PM CET.
- Temporary Generator Controls: For the Central Distribution Center at Ramstein Air Base, seeking supply and installation of temporary controls for two Cummins generators, with 24/7 support. Phase III proposals due April 30, 2026, 2:00 PM CET.
- CMPP Meat Forming Machine: For Ramstein Air Base, requiring an industrial multi-purpose meat forming machine (CE certified) for ground beef loaves and patties. Phase I solution briefs due April 30, 2026, 12:00 PM CET.
Contract Details
- Type: Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) leading to fixed-price contracts.
- Duration: Awards may extend through Fiscal Year 2028.
- Set-Aside: None specified for the overall CSO. Some AoIs specify eligibility for European Union registered firms.
- Multiple Awards: Possible under this CSO.
Submission & Evaluation
The solicitation process may involve a multi-phased approach: Phase 1 (written solution brief), Phase 2 (presentation), and Phase 3 (Commercial Solution Proposal). The government may waive phases. Submissions are evaluated based on responsiveness to the AoI, technical merit, and affordability. The government may engage in discussions during any phase.
Eligibility
Companies must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov prior to award, and register in PIEE Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).
Points of Contact
For general inquiries, contact David Bremer (david.bremer@deca.mil). Specific AoIs list additional contacts.