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 streamlined process, authorized by DFARS Subpart 212.70, aims to rapidly address Army requirements, close capability gaps, and foster technological advancements. The CSO is continuously open until June 30, 2030.
Purpose & Scope
This CSO serves as a general solicitation for innovative commercial solutions or adaptations thereof. Specific requirements will be detailed in "Areas of Interest" (Aols) published separately via amendment on SAM.gov. The Strategic Services Branch, operating through three specialized teams (Services Team A, Base Operations & Construction Team, and TACOM Service Solutions Team), seeks solutions across diverse areas including:
- Information technology (hardware, software, services)
- Museum exhibit design, fabrication, installation, artifact restoration, and conservation
- Modeling and simulation
- Transcription services
- Custodial, grounds, and facilities services
- Other support services
The goal is to procure timely, cost-effective, and innovative solutions for organizations like TACOM, GVSC, PEO GCS, and others at Detroit Arsenal, Selfridge Air National Guard Base, and the National Capital Region.
Contract Details
- Type: Fixed-price, including fixed-price incentive fee, utilizing FAR Part 12 Commercial Item Procedures.
- Period of Performance: Generally no greater than 12 months for individual solutions, unless specified in the Aol.
- Eligibility: Both traditional and non-traditional defense contractors are eligible.
- Set-Aside: No specific set-aside for the general CSO; individual Aols may include them.
Submission & Evaluation
The 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 considers responsiveness, technical merit, and funding availability.
- Phase 2: Presentation/Pitch (if applicable): Invited companies may present their solution, including ROM price and intellectual property 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.
Key Information for Bidders
- Response Due: Continuously open until June 30, 2030.
- Action: Companies must frequently check SAM.gov for new Aol postings.
- Requirements: Submissions must be electronic and unclassified. Companies must be registered in SAM.gov and possess a Unique Entity ID (UEI) to receive an award. Proposal development costs are not recoverable.
- Contacts: Ms. Kelsey Greenwell (kelsey.d.greenwell.civ@army.mil), Ms. Elida Kellezi (elida.kellezi.civ@army.mil), and Ms. Courtney Serra.