Synopsis_Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) Program
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) is soliciting requests to establish Basic Ordering Agreements (BOAs) under the Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) program. This "on-ramp" opportunity aims to create a pool of qualified sources for future orders of Class IX supplies for Army equipment. Proposals are due March 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
The BOAST program is a strategic initiative to efficiently acquire a wide range of Class IX supplies, defined as repair parts and components, including kits, assemblies, subassemblies, and reparable/consumable items for maintenance support of all Army equipment (excluding medical-peculiar parts). Class IX subclasses include Air, Ground Support Materiel, Administrative Vehicles, Electronics, Tactical Vehicles, Missiles, Weapons, Special Weapons, Industrial Materiel, and Aircraft Engines. Future orders will be competed among BOA holders and may utilize FAR Part 12 (Commercial), FAR Part 13 (Simplified Procedures), or FAR Part 15 (Negotiation).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA). A BOA is an understanding, not a contract, and does not obligate government funds or guarantee work. It expedites future order awards.
- Duration: BOAs will be valid for up to five (5) years from the effective date.
- Set-Aside: None specified for the BOA establishment. The program covers a broad range of NAICS codes.
- Response Due: March 19, 2026.
- Published: March 18, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must submit a fully completed and signed BOA document via email to BOAST@army.mil and cc nicholas.a.lang.civ@army.mil. No separate capabilities package, product list, or past performance information is required for BOA establishment. Proposed changes or "redlining" of BOA terms are not accepted; submittals must be as-is. Future orders (RFOPs) will be evaluated based on factors such as Price, Technical Capability, Past Performance, or LPTA/Best Value Tradeoff, as detailed in each specific RFOP.
Additional Notes
All BOAST program announcements and future Request for Order Proposals (RFOPs) will be publicized as "Special Notices" on SAM.gov. Holding a BOA makes a company eligible to compete for future orders but does not obligate them to bid on every RFOP. Technical Data Packages (TDPs) for specific requirements will be released with future RFOPs. Amendments 0001 and 0002 were administrative, updating clauses to align with current acquisition policy.