US Army Operational Evaluation Command, Base Test Support Services Follow-on
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 Operational Evaluation Command (OEC) has released a Presolicitation Notice for the Base Test Support Services (BTSS) follow-on acquisition. This notice includes a Draft Request for Proposal (DRFP) for industry review and feedback. The opportunity is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Interested vendors are requested to submit Requests for Information (RFI) by February 6, 2026, and proposals are due March 20, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The OEC seeks non-personal services to support operational tests, experiments, and assessments of Army materiel and information mission area systems for Fiscal Years 2026-2031. Key services include data management and reporting, logistics support (test site management, GFP maintenance, supply actions), technical support, instrumentation, and data visualization. Performance will be measured against continuity of base services, with specific standards detailed in individual Task Orders.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Cost Plus Fixed-Fee (CPFF) for labor services, Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) for a one-month phase-in period, and Cost Reimbursable (CR) for Other Direct Costs (ODCs)/Travel and Contractor Acquired Property (CAP).
- Estimated Value: Minimum $10,000 / Maximum $77,000,000.
- Period of Performance: Approximately 4 years and 11 months for labor and ODCs/CAP, with a 30-day phase-in period. A 5-year period is specified for CDRLs.
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- Primary Locations: Fort Hood, TX; Fort Bragg, NC; Fort Bliss, TX. Additional CONUS and OCONUS locations may be required.
Submission & Evaluation
- DRFP RFI Deadline: February 6, 2026, by 4:30 PM EST. Submissions must use the provided "RFI Template_DRFP W51EW726RA004" Excel file.
- Proposal Due Date: March 20, 2026, by 4:30 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Proposals must be submitted through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) suite.
- Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated on Technical/Mission Capability (including Technical Approach, Management & Execution Approach, and Sample Test/Task Order Proposal), Past Performance, and Cost/Price. Technical/Mission Capability and Past Performance are significantly more important than Cost/Price. Award will be made on a best-value basis.
Key Documents & Attachments
- DRAFT_RFP W51EW726RA004: Outlines contract terms, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria.
- Attachment 1_BTSS PWS: Details the Performance Work Statement for Base Test Support Services.
- Attachment 3_PPQ: A Performance Assessment Questionnaire for past performance evaluation.
- Attachment 4_Pricing Matrix: Excel spreadsheet for detailed pricing proposals and labor build-up.
- RFI Template_DRFP W51EW726RA004: Required template for submitting questions and comments on the DRFP.
- TE D GFP & TE F-IML Listing: Documents detailing Government Furnished Property and an inventory list.
- TE G OTC BTSS Military Test Locations List: Provides potential testing locations.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist: Avangela Ligons-Sutton (avangela.y.ligons-sutton.civ@army.mil)
- Contracting Officer: Ingrid Smith (ingrid.v.smith.civ@army.mil)