U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) Strategic Services Branch 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 U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), Strategic Services Branch, has issued a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) to acquire innovative commercial items, technologies, and services. This CSO, authorized by DFARS Subpart 212.70, aims to provide rapid access to solutions that fulfill requirements, close capability gaps, and offer technological advances for various Army organizations. It is continuously open for submissions until June 30, 2030.
Scope of Work
This is a general solicitation for innovative commercial products, technologies, and services, or adaptations of existing ones, to meet U.S. Army needs. Specific requirements will be defined in "Areas of Interest" (Aols) posted separately via amendment on SAM.gov. Potential areas include, but are not limited to, information technology (IT) modernization, cybersecurity, museum exhibit design and artifact restoration, modeling and simulation, transcription services, custodial services, grounds and facilities services, and other support services. The CSO supports organizations at the Detroit Arsenal (DTA), Selfridge Air National Guard Base (SANGB), and the National Capital Region (NCR).
Contract Details
Contracts awarded under this CSO will be fixed-price, including fixed-price incentive fee, and will primarily utilize FAR Part 12 Commercial Item Procedures. The period of performance for any solution brief or Commercial Solution Proposal (CSP) is generally no greater than 12 months, unless otherwise specified in the individual Aol.
Submission & Evaluation
The CSO process may involve up to three phases:
- Phase 1: Solution Brief: Companies submit a brief (max 5 pages or 15 slides) outlining their proposed solution, technology concept, and rough order of magnitude (ROM) price. Evaluation is based on responsiveness, technical merit, and funding availability.
- Phase 2: Presentation/Pitch (if applicable): Companies with meritorious solution briefs may be invited to present their solution, including ROM price and intellectual property (IP) details.
- Phase 3: Commercial Solution Proposal (CSP): Companies selected from Phase 1 or 2 may be invited to submit a full proposal (Technical and Price volumes). Evaluation of proposals will be based on merit and risk elements, performance schedule, and price fairness and reasonableness. The Government reserves the right to amend the CSO, forgo phases, and select "all, some, or none" of the proposed solutions.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
Both traditional and non-traditional defense contractors are eligible. Specific set-aside requirements are not mentioned in this general solicitation but may be detailed in individual Aols.
Key Dates & Contact
- Continuously Open Until: June 30, 2030 (with possibility of extension).
- Published Date: February 5, 2026.
- Contact: Ms. Kelsey Greenwell (kelsey.d.greenwell.civ@army.mil).
Additional Notes
Companies are encouraged to check SAM.gov frequently for new Aol postings. Submissions must be electronic and unclassified. The Government will not pay for proposal development costs. Companies must be registered in SAM.gov and have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) to receive an award.