Sources Sought - Contractor Operated Civil Engineer Supply Store (COCESS)
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 28th Contracting Squadron at Ellsworth AFB has issued a Sources Sought notice for a Contractor Operated Civil Engineer Supply Store (COCESS). This is for market research to identify potential sources, particularly within the small business community, for a future Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Responses are due by May 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, supervision, equipment, supplies, and materials to operate a COCESS at Ellsworth AFB. This includes acquiring, issuing, delivering, and storing a wide variety of materials (including hazardous materials), equipment, parts, tools, and supplies for construction, facility maintenance, and repair. The store will provide easy access for authorized government personnel to purchase commercial and industry products similar to those found in hardware and lumber stores.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) IDIQ
- Anticipated Duration: 5-year base period + 5 one-year option periods (estimated October 2026 - September 2036)
- NAICS Code: 332510 – Hardware Manufacturing
- Set-Aside: Market research specifically targets small businesses. The Government is considering a potential waiver of the Non-Manufacturing Rule (NMR) for this acquisition.
- Response Due: May 14, 2026, by 21:00Z
- Published: April 14, 2026
- Place of Performance: Ellsworth AFB, SD 57706, United States
Submission Instructions
Interested parties must submit a Statement of Capability package, not exceeding eight (8) pages, via email to Joseph Mace (joseph.mace.3@us.af.mil). The package must include:
- Company Information: Company name, address, point of contact (email, phone), CAGE Code, Unique Entity ID, and confirmation of active SAM.gov registration.
- Statement of Capabilities: A demonstration of skills, experience, knowledge, and capabilities relevant to the specified work. Include relevant past performance (last three years) with contract numbers and customer/agency names.
Additional Notes
This is for planning purposes only and is not a Request for Proposal. No contract will be awarded from this notice, and respondents should not provide cost or pricing data. Future solicitations will be posted on SAM.gov. Questions must be submitted via email by the response deadline.