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 modernize business operations and enhance the military pay benefit at its overseas locations. DeCA seeks innovative commercial technologies, products, and services through a streamlined acquisition process. The most recent Area of Interest (AoI) is for Scrap Cardboard and Paper Disposal at six German commissaries, with proposals due June 17, 2026.
Overarching Opportunity (CSO)
This CSO aims to expedite the award and delivery of critical solutions that improve the commissary benefit, decrease costs, mitigate fraud/waste, and reduce process variation. Contracts awarded will be structured as fixed-price and may extend through fiscal year 2028, with the potential for multiple awards. The overall CSO remains open until December 31, 2026.
Current Areas of Interest (AoIs)
DeCA is actively seeking solutions for several specific needs:
- Scrap Cardboard & Paper Disposal (AoI 5.4): Requires a turn-key solution for the on-site purchase, collection, and disposal of approximately 700 metric tons of scrap cardboard and paper annually from six commissary locations in Germany (Ramstein, Spangdahlem, Baumholder, Vogelweh, Grafenwöhr, Vilseck). Solutions must comply with host nation laws. Proposals due: June 17, 2026, 1:00 PM CEST. (Most Recent)
- Warehouse Racking Solutions (AoI 5.5): Innovative commercial racking to maximize storage density and efficiency in two chill rooms at the Kaiserslautern cold storage warehouse. Racking must be CE certified. Phase I proposals due: June 15, 2026, 12:00 PM CET.
- Fresh Pork Supply (AoI 5.1): Consistent, safe, and high-quality fresh pork products for the Central Meat Processing Plant (CMPP) at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Solutions must ensure EU regulatory compliance and traceability. Full proposals due: June 9, 2026, 2:00 PM CEST.
- Cold Environment Forklift Batteries (AoI 5.1): Procurement of 14 new electric forklift batteries for the Kaiserslautern cold storage warehouse (-32C), including removal and disposal of existing units. Phase 3 proposals due: May 22, 2026, 12:00 PM CET.
- Temporary Generator Controls (AoI 5.4): Supply and installation of temporary generator controls for two Cummins generators at the Ramstein Central Distribution Center. Seeking EU registered firms. Phase 3 proposals due: April 30, 2026, 2:00 PM CET.
- Meat Forming Machine (AoI 5.5): An industrial multi-purpose meat forming machine for the CMPP at Ramstein Air Base, capable of producing ground beef loaves and patties. Seeking CE certified equipment from EU registered firms. Phase I briefs due: April 30, 2026, 12:00 PM CET.
Submission & Evaluation
The CSO process may involve a multi-phased approach (solution brief, presentation, full proposal), though DeCA may forgo phases. Submissions are evaluated based on responsiveness to the AoI, technical merit, and affordability. Companies must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov and PIEE WAWF prior to award.
Points of Contact
Primary contact for the overall CSO is David Bremer (david.bremer@deca.mil, 4906313523128). Specific AoIs may have additional contacts listed in their respective documents.