Turkey-Spain (T-S) Base Operations Support (BOS) Acquisitions
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 Department of the Air Force is providing a final pre-solicitation update for the upcoming Türkiye (T-BOS) and Spain (S-BOS) Base Operations Support (BOS) Acquisitions. This notice confirms the strategic decision to issue two separate, independent solicitations for comprehensive BOS services, replacing the current combined contract. Final RFPs are forecast for release on or about June 15, 2026 (S-BOS) and June 30, 2026 (T-BOS), under new SAM.gov postings.
Opportunity Overview
This update concludes extensive market research for the T-S BOS requirements, which will replace contract FA5641-20-D-0009. The Government has decided to separate the requirements into two distinct acquisitions: one for Türkiye (T-BOS) and one for Morón Air Base, Spain (S-BOS). This approach aims to tailor contract terms to unique operational and economic dynamics while maintaining aligned acquisition timelines, proposal instructions, and evaluation criteria. The scope for T-BOS has been reduced, removing five functions (Full Food Services, Custodial, Grounds Maintenance, Golf Course Maintenance, Refuse Services at Ankara Support Facility) which will transition to local service providers.
Contract Details
Both T-BOS and S-BOS contracts are envisioned as Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicles, primarily with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) CLINs, supplemented by Cost-Reimbursable CLINs for materials, travel, and unscheduled work. The anticipated duration for S-BOS is a 3-year base with four 12-month options (7 years total), and for T-BOS, a 3-year base with two 12-month options (5 years total), reflecting Türkiye's economic risks.
A critical aspect for both locations is the mandatory inheritance of the incumbent workforce and adherence to Collective Labor Agreements (CLAs). Spain's CLA includes fixed wage increases and comprehensive fringe benefits, while Türkiye's CLA mandates semi-annual wage increases tied to the Consumer Price Index, creating significant inflation and currency fluctuation risks. To mitigate this, the Government has developed a unique "H-1, Combined Labor and Currency Clause" (C-LAC) for Türkiye, designed to share risk and provide budget stability. Additionally, a draft H-Clause outlines liquidated damages for Key Personnel vacancies, with penalties up to $1,200 per day for critical roles.
Anticipated Evaluation
Draft evaluation criteria indicate a Best-Value Tradeoff source selection process. Technical factors will be significantly more important than Price. Past Performance will be evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis, requiring 2-5 recent and relevant contracts ($20M+ annual value, multi-function BOS, OCONUS experience). Technical subfactors include Program Leadership/Staffing & Continuity and Performance Oversight & Technology. Price will be evaluated for reasonableness, balance, and realism, considering mandatory labor and severance costs.
Key Dates & Actions
- S-BOS RFP Release Forecast: On or about June 15, 2026.
- T-BOS RFP Release Forecast: On or about June 30, 2026.
- Contract Award: As soon as practicable in Calendar Year 2027.
- Full Performance Start: No later than January 28, 2028.
- Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI): Several draft documents are CUI. Interested parties must be SAM.gov certified and request access via the SAM.gov notice.
- Action: Offerors must monitor SAM.gov for the new, separate solicitations for S-BOS and T-BOS.