Commercial Solution Opportunity - Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is seeking innovative, commercial approaches for commercial vertical cardboard balers with a maximum unit height of 14 feet. The objective is to leverage industry best practices, modern technologies, and creative service models to improve reliability, accountability, and overall service quality. DeCA aims to establish a partnership with one or more providers to procure these balers for compressing cardboard and plastic into bales for recycling at select commissary locations.

• Commercial vertical cardboard balers with a maximum unit height of 14 feet.

• Installation and Freight costs should be included with pricing.

• A list of commissaries and quantities is attached.

• Anticipated award date: August 1, 2026.

• DeCA elects to forgo Phase 1 and 2.

• Interested vendors with proven expertise in vertical cardboard baler sales should submit their Commercial Solutions Proposal (CSP).

• The closing date for this opportunity is Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• All communications, including proposal information and submission, shall be sent via email.

• Not specified in the document.

• This requirement is in support of AoI 5.5 Modernize Business.

• Points of Contact for communication and submission: Nancy Davis (nancy.davis@deca.mil) and Alicia Taylor (alicia.taylor@deca.deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement for innovative commercial technologies, products, and service models for the modernization and enhancement of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) scheduled preventive maintenance and unscheduled repairs. The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is seeking to establish a long-term partnership to improve reliability, accountability, transparency, and service quality across MHE lifecycle at various commissary locations (CONUS, Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, and Puerto Rico).

• Scheduled Preventive Maintenance for the following equipment:

  • Pallet Jack, Electric, Walkie-Rider (6000 LB Capacity)
  • Pallet Jack, Electric Walkie (4500-5000 LB Capacity)
  • Pallet Jack, Electric Walkie Stacker (3000 LB Capacity)
  • Forklift, Electric, Low Profile (4000 LB Capacity)
  • Forklift, Electric Narrow Aisle, Reach & Tier (3500 LB Capacity)
  • Forklift, Propane (4000 LB Capacity) with Propane Tank
  • Forklift, Gasoline (4000 LB Capacity)
  • Forklift, Electric, Order Picker/Stock Selector (3000 LB Capacity)
  • Forklift, Electric, Swing Reach or Turret Truck

• Unscheduled Maintenance for Battery Chargers (24, 36, and 48 volts).

• Proposals should leverage industry best practices, digital tools, automation, and data-driven methods.

• Vendors are encouraged to propose technology-enabled approaches such as advanced tracking, digital maintenance tools, automated reporting, and predictive analytics.

• The Technical Concept must include a logistics and distribution plan.

• Period of Performance: One year base period and four one-year option periods, for a maximum potential duration of five years.

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

• The opportunity remains open until contracted services are secured for all commissary locations.

• Not specified in this document.

• All communications and questions should be sent via email to Sheila Smith (Sheila.Smith@deca.mil) and Langston Hines (Langston.Hines@deca.mil).

• This requirement is in support of Aol 5.5 Modernize Business.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) to procure innovative, commercial resale operations services for its Specialty Departments, specifically Delicatessen, Prepared Foods, Bakery, and Sushi. The goal is to leverage industry best practices, modern technologies, and creative service models to improve reliability, accountability, and overall service quality, while also increasing sales and achieving budget neutrality.

• Offerors must propose approaches to address operational challenges including geographic coverage (East & West regions, or alternative groupings), promotional engagement integrated with DeCA's National Promotional Calendar, and methodology for price comparison, promotion improvement, and cross-selling.

• Solutions must ensure Known Value Item (KVI) availability and leverage data-driven merchandising for optimized product layouts and sales.

• Foundational requirements include accommodating patron savings through proposed pricing models, obtaining installation access without DeCA sponsorship, providing a minimum reimbursement rate of 4% for GFE and DeCA Funded Overhead, and including commercial-grade product images for DeCA's e-commerce platform.

• The anticipated period of performance includes a base year followed by four additional one-year option periods. Alternate terms may be explored.

• Respondents with expertise in one or more Specialty Departments may include additional solutions.

• Submissions must include a complete list of commissary locations proposed to be covered and an adequate description of services offered.

• The closing date for this opportunity is Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Not explicitly stated, but the focus on commercial approaches suggests a broad range of potential offerors.

• The document references an "AoI 5.1 Grow Sales" and a "Commercial Opportunity Solution – Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA), dated 01.21.2026, paragraph 5.0."
• East stores represent 74 locations, and West stores represent 87 locations.
• All communications and questions should be directed via email to LeAnna F. Stith (leanna.stith@deca.mil) and Jasmine ‘Jazz’ Wooten (jasmine.wooten@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines a requirement for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) seeking innovative, commercial approaches for Specialty Department Operations for Seafood. The contractor will provide secure, efficient, and commercially innovative resale operations services for DeCA's Seafood Departments. The goal is to leverage industry best practices, modern technologies, and creative service models to improve reliability, accountability, and overall service quality, while increasing sales and achieving budget neutrality.

• Coverage at specified commissaries (Andrews, Bolling, Fort Belvoir, Fort Eustis, Fort Meade, Fort Lee, Langley, Little Creek, McGuire, Norfolk, Quantico, and Fort Bliss), with current coverage expiring 5/31/2026.

• Ensure patrons have reliable, uninterrupted access to a core set of high-demand, competitively priced seafood items.

• Provide personnel, supervision, food products, operating supplies, and other necessities for a well-stocked seafood market, including "roadshows".

• Offer proposed pricing models that deliver verifiable cost savings to commissary customers.

• Contractor personnel must obtain installation access without DeCA sponsorship.

• Adherence to all applicable Federal, State, and Local regulations regarding sanitation and food safety, including the FDA Food Code.

• Seafood must be procured only from U.S. Army Public Health Command (USAPHC) approved sources.

• Specific labeling requirements for fish, shellfish, and shucked shellfish.

• Discontinue selling items within 30 days if they are added to an endangered species list or a state or local list of prohibited products.

• The anticipated period of performance includes a base year followed by four additional one-year option periods.

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

• Solutions Briefs should include a complete list of commissary locations the provider proposes to cover and applicable services.

• The closing date for this opportunity is Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Not explicitly stated, but vendors with expertise in Specialty Departments are encouraged to apply.

• All communications and questions should be sent via email to LeAnna F. Stith (leanna.stith@deca.mil) or Jasmine ‘Jazz’ Wooten (jasmine.wooten@deca.mil).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is seeking innovative, commercial approaches for Linen & Mat Rental and Cleaning Services. The service will be provided nationwide to all commissary locations, including personnel, supervision, labor, equipment, materials, facilities, supplies, and transportation.

• Supply commissaries with linens/mats/mops.

• Provide weekly cleaning services for these items.

• Offer a weekly pickup and drop-off service based on store-scheduled dates.

• See Attachment 1 for specific items, quantities, and locations.

• Anticipated Period of Performance: August 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.

• Four one-year option periods are available, extending performance through September 30, 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, April 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• DeCA elects to forego Phases 1 and 2.

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

• 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).

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. The goal is to transition from a traditional, prescriptive-based model to a results-oriented approach focused on outcomes.

• Enhance Operational Readiness: Monitor facilities and recommend procedural modifications to reduce pest exploitation of resources (food, water, harborage) and access to facilities.
• Modernize Maintenance & Call Center Management: Implement a modern 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 and resolution for unscheduled pest management services.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Deliver services in a cost-effective manner, potentially achieving cost savings through innovative practices.

The document references an "AoI 5.5 Modernize Business" and mentions approximately 70 DeCA locations across the Contiguous United States (CONUS), Hawaii, and Alaska. Specific dates for the period of performance are not detailed in this excerpt, but a Solutions Brief is due by April 30, 2026.

DeCA strongly encourages the use of novel technologies, streamlined processes, and management techniques to achieve superior performance and value. A table detailing "Locations and Square Footage" for approximately 70 commissary sites is provided as an attachment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for Miscellaneous Food Processing Equipment (MFP) maintenance and support services for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) at Fort Buchanan, Puerto Rico. The goal is to modernize and enhance these services using innovative commercial technologies, products, and service models. The agency seeks solutions that leverage industry best practices, digital tools, automation, and data-driven methods to improve reliability, accountability, transparency, and overall service quality for the MFP lifecycle.

• Maintenance and support for meat department and bakery/deli equipment.

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

• Improve efficiency, reduce risk, and modernize equipment support operations.

• Meet all applicable security and compliance requirements.

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

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

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

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

• Not specified in this document.

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

• 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 Solutions must enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and modernize MHE support operations while meeting all applicable security and compliance requirements.

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

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

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

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

Not specified in this document.

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

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 outlines a requirement for innovative, commercial approaches to perform Physical Annual Inventory services for the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA). The objective is to establish long-term partnerships with providers offering technology, service models, and commercial terms that align with DeCA's commitment to reliable, value-driven solutions. This effort supports DeCA's mission of providing grocery resale products and services at patron savings while meeting regulatory requirements for an unmodified audit opinion. The annual physical inventory is crucial for verifying the integrity of DeCA's perpetual inventory system, which uses real-time data from sales, purchases, barcode scanners, and point-of-sale systems.

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

• Services to be performed at DeCA commissary locations in the contiguous United States (CONUS) and outside CONUS (Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Japan, Puerto Rico, South Korea).

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

• Anticipated period of performance: April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027.

• Four one-year option periods are available, extending performance through March 31, 2031.

• DeCA elects to forego Phases 1 and 2.

• Interested vendors with proven expertise in Physical Annual Inventory services should submit their Commercial Solutions Proposal.

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

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

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

• Proposal submission via email to the Points of Contact listed.

• Not explicitly stated, but vendors with proven expertise are encouraged.

• The document includes an attachment detailing Commissary Locations and Inventory Dates, which lists specific locations, estimated product counts, and scheduled inventory dates from April 2026 through August 2026.

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 CLIN (Contract Line Item Number) information for various items, broken down by location and contract option year (Base, Option 1, Option 2, Option 3, Option 4). It appears to be a pricing or requirements breakdown.

• Items: Includes various apparel items (Butcher Coats, Shirts, Pants, Aprons, Smocks) and maintenance supplies (Mats, Mops) in different colors and sizes.
• Locations: Quantities are specified for multiple California-based military installations (e.g., Barstow MCLB, China Lake NAWS, Edwards AFB, etc.).
• Contract Years: Data is presented for the Base Year and four Option Years.
• Quantities and Pricing: The sheet details quantities for each item at each location for each contract year. All price and annual total fields are currently populated with 0.0, indicating this may be a template or a preliminary estimate.

This document provides a detailed breakdown of potential items and quantities required across various locations and contract periods. Bidders can use this to understand the scope of potential orders, estimate their capacity, and prepare pricing strategies for their proposals. The zeroed-out price fields suggest that bidders will need to provide their own pricing based on these quantity requirements.

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 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.

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).