Commercial Solution Opportunity - Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is seeking a comprehensive, integrated solution to modernize its Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program across approximately 70 facilities nationwide. The goal is to transition from a traditional, prescriptive-based model to a results-oriented approach focused on performance and outcomes.

• Enhance Operational Readiness: Monitor facilities and recommend procedural modifications to reduce pest exploitation of resources and access to facilities.
• Modernize Maintenance & Call Center Management: Implement a robust system for tracking, managing, and reporting on all scheduled and unscheduled pest management services.
• Integrate Predictive Maintenance: Introduce a predictive management program to preemptively identify and address potential infestations.
• Optimize Response & Resolution Times: Ensure rapid response to and resolution of unscheduled pest management services.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Deliver services in a cost-effective manner, potentially achieving cost savings through innovative practices.

Not explicitly stated in this document, but the opportunity is for DeCA facilities across the Contiguous United States (CONUS), Hawaii, and Alaska.

Interested vendors should submit their Solutions Brief by April 30, 2026, in accordance with section 3.2. All communications and questions should be sent via email to Natalie Allen (Contract Specialist) at Natalie.Allen@deca.mil or Robert French (Contracting Officer) at Robert.French@deca.mil.

This document is attached in accordance with Commercial Opportunity Solution – Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA), dated 01.21.2026, paragraph 5.0. A table listing approximately 70 locations and their square footage is provided.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Commercial Solutions Opportunity (CSO) in support of AoI 5.5, Modernize Business, for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). It seeks innovative commercial technologies, products, and service models to modernize and enhance the maintenance and support operations for Miscellaneous Food Processing Equipment (MFP) at the Fort Buchanan commissary in Puerto Rico. The goal is to improve reliability, accountability, transparency, and overall service quality across the MFP lifecycle.

Vendors are encouraged to propose technology-enabled approaches, including but not limited to:

• Advanced tracking capabilities

• Digital maintenance tools

• Automated reporting

• Predictive analytics

• Other commercially proven innovations Solutions should leverage industry best practices, digital tools, automation, and data-driven methods.

• Period of Performance: April 22, 2026, through April 21, 2027

• Option Periods: Four one-year option periods, extending performance through July 31, 2031.

• Submission Type: Solutions Brief

• Submission Instructions: Submit in accordance with section 3.2 Solutions Brief.

• Closing Date: Monday, April 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Not specified in the provided text.

• This CSO is in accordance with DeCA's CSO dated 01.21.2026, paragraph 5.0.
• Interested vendors should have proven expertise in Miscellaneous Food Processing Equipment maintenance and Support Services.
• All communications and questions should be sent via email to Tammy (TJ) Mahone (Tammy.Mahone@deca.mil) and Langston Hines (Langston.hines@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) to procure innovative commercial technologies, products, and service models for the modernization and enhancement of Miscellaneous Food Processing Equipment (MFP) maintenance and support operations. The services are needed at two locations in Guam: Andersen Air Force Base and Orote NBG. The goal is to improve reliability, accountability, transparency, and overall service quality for meat department and bakery/deli equipment.

• Modernization and enhancement of MFP maintenance and support operations.

• Leverage industry best practices, digital tools, automation, and data-driven methods.

• Propose technology-enabled approaches such as advanced tracking, digital maintenance tools, automated reporting, and predictive analytics.

• Ensure all solutions meet applicable security and compliance requirements.

• Vendors are to submit a Solutions Brief in accordance with section 3.2.

• Anticipated period of performance: May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027.

• Includes four one-year option periods, extending performance through April 30, 2031.

• Interested vendors must submit a Solutions Brief.

• The closing date for this opportunity is Friday, April 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Not explicitly stated in this document, but vendors with proven expertise in MFP maintenance and Support Services are sought.

• All communications and questions should be sent via email to Melba Brown (Melba.brown@deca.mil) and Langston Hines (Langston.hines@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) to procure innovative commercial technologies, products, and service models for the modernization and enhancement of Miscellaneous Food Processing Equipment (MFP) maintenance and support operations. The services are needed at four locations in Alaska: Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (Anchorage Area), Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, and Fort Wainwright. The goal is to establish a long-term partnership to improve reliability, accountability, transparency, and overall service quality for meat department and bakery/deli equipment.

• Modernize and enhance MFP maintenance and support operations.

• Leverage industry best practices, digital tools, automation, and data-driven methods.

• Propose technology-enabled approaches (e.g., advanced tracking, digital maintenance tools, automated reporting, predictive analytics).

• Ensure all solutions meet applicable security and compliance requirements.

• Vendors must submit a Solutions Brief in accordance with section 3.2.

• Anticipated period of performance: May 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027.

• Includes four one-year option periods, extending performance through April 30, 2031.

• Interested vendors with proven expertise in MFP maintenance and Support Services should submit their Solutions Brief.

• The closing date for this opportunity is Friday, April 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Not specified in this document.

• All communications and questions should be sent via email to Melba.Brown (Melba.brown@deca.mil) and Langston Hines (Langston.hines@deca.deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement for an AI-Enabled Self-Serve Salad Bar for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) at Norfolk Naval Air Station (NAS). The objective is to procure an innovative, commercial approach to provide a high-tech, hygienic, and personalized food station that optimizes ingredient freshness, automates inventory, and enhances food safety. The solution aims to support military readiness, promote healthy eating, and offer convenient, nutritious alternatives.

• A high-tech, hygienic, and personalized food station.

• Utilization of sensors and AI.

• Optimization of ingredient freshness.

• Automation of inventory management.

• Enhancement of food safety.

• Features such as real-time ingredient freshness monitoring, personalized salad suggestions, and automated replenishment notifications.

• Reduction of waste.

• The anticipated period of performance is contingent upon construction completion, with four one-year option periods.

• Interested vendors must submit a Solutions Brief in accordance with section 3.2.

• Solutions should enhance the dining experience for patrons.

• The closing date for this opportunity is Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Not specified in this document.

• This requirement is in support of AoI 5.1 Grow Sales and is in accordance with the Commercial Solutions Opening – Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA), dated 01.21.2026, paragraph 5.0.

• Communications and submissions should be sent via email to Ronnie Ebron (Contract Specialist) and Lynné B. Dent (Contracting Officer).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) seeking comprehensive, integrated solutions for Facilities Maintenance, Call Center Support, and Remote Monitoring Control System (RMCS) Management. DeCA aims to transition from a traditional, prescriptive maintenance model to a results-oriented approach focused on performance outcomes across approximately 182 locations nationwide.

• Enhance Operational Readiness: Improve facility system reliability and uptime to meet or exceed industry standards.

• Modernize Maintenance & Call Center Management: Implement a robust system for tracking, managing, and reporting maintenance activities.

• Integrate Predictive Maintenance: Introduce a program for critical assets to preemptively identify and address potential failures.

• Manage Aging Infrastructure: Develop and execute strategies for maintaining, repairing, and upgrading aging systems.

• Optimize Response & Resolution Times: Ensure rapid response and resolution for unscheduled maintenance requests.

• Cost-Effectiveness: Deliver services in a cost-effective manner, potentially through innovative practices.

• The document references "Aol 5.5 Modernize Business" and "Commercial Opportunity Solution (CSO)".

• Closing Date for Submissions: Indefinite.

• Interested vendors should submit their "Solutions Brief" in accordance with section 3.2 of the referenced document.

• Pricing is not required in this initial phase but may be included. Detailed pricing is expected in phase 2.

• Not specified in this document.

• The document includes a table listing approximately 182 DeCA facility locations across CONUS, Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, and Guam, along with their square footage and year built.

• Points of Contact for communications and questions are provided: Ian Harris (ian.harris@deca.mil), David Mootz (david.mootz@deca.mil), and Jason Reedy (Jason.Reedy@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for innovative commercial technologies, products, and service models to modernize and enhance Material Handling Equipment (MHE) maintenance and support operations for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). The goal is to improve reliability, accountability, transparency, and service quality across the MHE lifecycle through industry best practices, digital tools, automation, and data-driven methods.

Vendors are encouraged to propose technology-enabled approaches such as:

• Advanced tracking capabilities

• Digital maintenance tools

• Automated reporting

• Predictive analytics

• Other commercially proven innovations that enhance efficiency and reduce risk. Solutions must meet all applicable security and compliance requirements.

• Period of Performance: April 15, 2026, through April 14, 2027.

• Option Periods: Four one-year option periods are available, extending performance through July 31, 2031.

• Closing Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Questions: All questions must be sent via email to Sheila Smith (Sheila.Smith@deca.mil) and Langston Hines (Langston.hines@deca.mil).

This solicitation is in accordance with the Commercial Solutions Opportunity – Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA), dated 01.21.2026, paragraph 5.0, supporting AoI 5.5 Modernize Business.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for innovative, commercial approaches for a commercial vertical cardboard baler to support AoI 5.5 Modernize Business for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). The objective is to establish a one-time purchase award for a baler capable of compressing cardboard and plastic into bales for recycling purposes, leveraging modern technologies and industry best practices to improve reliability and service quality.

• A commercial vertical cardboard baler.

• Maximum unit height of 14 feet.

• Capability to compress cardboard and plastic into bales.

• Anticipated award date: April 1, 2026.

• This is a one-time purchase award.

• Interested vendors must submit their Solutions Brief in accordance with section 3.2 Solutions Brief.

• Closing date for this opportunity: Monday, 23 March 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Vendors should have proven expertise in vertical cardboard baler sales.

• This requirement is in accordance with the Commercial Opportunity Solution – Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA), dated 01.21.2026, paragraph 5.0.

• All communications and questions should be sent via email to Nancy Davis (nancy.davis@deca.mil) and Alicia Taylor (alicia.taylor@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for Physical Annual Inventory services for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). DeCA requires innovative, commercial approaches to conduct annual physical inventories at commissary locations worldwide. This effort supports DeCA's mission to provide resale products and services while meeting regulatory requirements for an unmodified audit opinion and maintaining accurate inventory records.

• Comprehensive approach to include all personnel, supervision, labor, equipment, materials, facilities, supplies, and transportation.

• Services required for commissary locations in the contiguous United States (CONUS) and outside CONUS (Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Japan, Puerto Rico, South Korea).

• Offerors must ensure personnel can obtain and maintain installation access, as the Government will not sponsor personnel who fail to meet access standards.

• Objective: Establish long-term partnerships for reliable, value-driven solutions.

• Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, with four one-year option periods, extending through March 31, 2031.

• Interested vendors must submit a Commercial Solutions Proposal.

• Volume I: Business and Price Proposal (including Service Contract Labor Standards).

• Volume II: Technical Proposal (not to exceed 10 written pages, 12-point font minimum).

• Closing Date for Opportunity: Friday, March 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• DeCA elects to forego Phases 1 and 2.

• Vendors with proven expertise in Physical Annual Inventory services are encouraged to apply.

• A list of Commissary Locations and Inventory Dates is provided as an attachment, detailing specific locations and their estimated number of products and inventory dates.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation from the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) seeking innovative, commercial approaches for Linen & Mat Rental and Cleaning Services. The service includes providing comprehensive, secure, and scalable linen and mat rental and cleaning, along with all necessary personnel, supervision, labor, equipment, materials, facilities, supplies, and transportation.

• Weekly service for supplying commissaries with linens/mats/mops.

• Weekly pickup and drop-off service based on store-provided schedules.

• See Attachment 1 for specific items and quantities required.

• Anticipated Period of Performance: June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027.

• Includes four one-year option periods, extending performance through May 31, 2031.

• Interested vendors must submit a Commercial Solutions Proposal.

• Volume II Technical proposal shall not exceed 10 written pages with a minimum 12-point font.

• The closing date for this opportunity is Monday, March 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• DeCA elects to forego Phases 1 and 2.

• Interested vendors should have proven expertise in linen and mat rental and cleaning services.

• The service will be performed at California Commissary locations including Barstow MCLB, El Centro NAF, Lemoore NAS, North Island NAS, San Diego NB, Twentynine Palms, China Lake NAWS, Fort Irwin, March ARB, Ord Community, San Onofre, Vandenberg AFB, Edwards AFB, Imperial Beach, Miramar MCAS, Port Hueneme, and Travis AFB.

• All communications and questions should be sent via email to Diana Gross-Bendall (diana.gross-bendall@deca.mil) and Christina Ellison (christina.ellison@deca.mil).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing detailed pricing information for various items across multiple contract line item numbers (CLINs) and potential option years. It outlines quantities and prices for items such as butcher coats, shirts, pants, aprons, smocks, mats, and mops, distributed across different government facilities.

• CLINs and Items: Lists specific items required, such as "BUTCHER COATS - WHITE," "BIB APRONS - ROYAL BLUE," "MAT 3' X 5' BLACK/GRAY," etc.
• Locations: Quantities are broken down by specific contractor locations/facilities (e.g., Barstow MCLB, China Lake NAWS, Edwards AFB).
• Contract Periods: Data is presented for the Base Year and four Option Years (Option 1 through Option 4).
• Quantities and Pricing: Shows the quantity of each item required per location for each contract period. Note: All price and annual total fields are populated with 0.0, indicating this may be a template or a placeholder for pricing to be filled in by bidders.

This spreadsheet serves as a pricing template. Bidders will need to use this document to understand the quantities of goods required at various locations for each contract period. They must populate the 'PRICE' and 'ANNUAL TOTAL' columns with their proposed pricing to submit a complete bid. The breakdown by location highlights the distribution of demand across different facilities.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement for Cash and Check Handling Support Services for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). The objective is to secure innovative, commercial approaches that provide secure, efficient, and commercially innovative support for the organization's cash-handling operations, leveraging industry best practices and modern technologies to improve reliability, accountability, and service quality.

• Secure pickup of cash, checks, and negotiable instruments from designated locations.

• Delivery of collected funds to authorized financial institutions or other approved locations for deposit into a Treasury General Account (TGA) on a daily basis.

• Timely acquisition, delivery, and return of change funds for patron transactions.

• Clear documentation of all pickups, deliveries, deposits, and fund transfers.

• Contractors may propose digital tools, automated reporting, or other commercial solutions to improve accuracy, visibility, and audit readiness.

• Vendors are encouraged to propose technology-enabled solutions and commercial best practices that enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and streamline cash-handling operations.

• Advanced security and tracking capabilities, innovative methods for forecasting, replenishment, and reconciliation are encouraged.

• The anticipated period of performance is July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with four one-year option periods, extending performance through June 30, 2031.

• Interested vendors with proven expertise should submit their Solutions Brief in accordance with section 3.2 Solutions Brief.

• The closing date for this opportunity is Tuesday, 24 February 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Not specified in this document.

• All communications and questions pertaining to this opportunity should be sent via email to Diana Gross-Bendall (diana.gross-bendall@deca.mil) or Sharon Leonard (sharon.leonard@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement for comprehensive, secure, and scalable Coupon Redemption Services for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). The goal is to leverage technology to reduce physical submission requirements, processing costs, and time, while maintaining high standards of accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. DeCA seeks a long-term partnership with a provider offering innovative solutions.

• Comprehensive coupon redemption service including personnel, supervision, labor, equipment, materials, facilities, supplies, and transportation.

• Processing of approximately 39,000,000 paper and digital coupons annually.

• Utilization of technology to minimize physical submissions and processing.

• Services must meet high standards of accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.

• Anticipated Period of Performance: August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027.

• Includes four one-year option periods, extending performance through July 31, 2031.

• Interested vendors must submit a Commercial Solutions Proposal.

• Volume II Technical proposal shall not exceed 10 written pages with a minimum 12-point font.

• The closing date for this opportunity is Friday, February 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• All communications and proposal submissions are to be sent via email.

• Vendors should have proven expertise in coupon processing, real-time validation, fraud mitigation, reimbursement management, and data reporting.

• DeCA elects to forego Phases 1 and 2.

• Points of Contact for communications and submissions: Diana Gross-Bendall (diana.gross-bendall@deca.mil) and Vernon Mayfield (vernon.mayfield@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document announces a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) by the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) to competitively procure innovative commercial technologies, products, and services. The goal is to modernize business operations, enhance the military non-pay benefit, and achieve significant patron savings. The CSO utilizes a streamlined acquisition process under DFARS 212.70 and FAR Part 12, aiming for rapid decisions and efficient delivery of critical solutions.

• The CSO is designed to procure commercially available technologies, products, or services that can incrementally improve commercial grocery resale operations, existing government-owned capabilities, or concepts.

• Areas of Interest (Aols) will be defined via attachments, specifying requirements for topics such as "Grow Sales," "Develop Leaders," "Drive Accountability," "Lower Costs," and "Modernize Business."

• Contracts awarded under this CSO will be structured as fixed-price contracts.

• The CSO may result in awards to proposals through 2028, with the potential for extension via amendment.

• No specific dollars have been reserved for awards under this CSO, and DeCA will not fund direct reimbursement of white paper or proposal development costs.

• The solicitation process may be multi-phased, potentially including: Phase 1 (Solution Brief), Phase 2 (Presentation), and Phase 3 (Commercial Solution Proposal - CSP).

• The Government may forgo phases based on individual merits or urgent requirements.

• Solution briefs have specific content requirements, including an Executive Summary, Technical Concept, and pricing.

• Evaluation criteria for solution briefs include responsiveness, technical merit, and affordability.

• CSPs must be submitted in two volumes: Volume I (Business and Price) and Volume II (Technical).

• Proposals will be reviewed by subject matter experts based on merit, risk, schedule, and price.

• Not specified in this document; specific requirements will be detailed in individual Aols.

• Companies must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) and be registered in SAM and PIEE/WAWF to receive an award.

• The Procurement Integrity Act (PIA) applies to this CSO.

• Interested companies should frequently check SAM.gov for new Aol postings.