Bid guide
How to bid on the Army's BOAST Program for Class IX Repair Parts
What the Army is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is seeking companies to establish Basic Ordering Agreements (BOAs) under its Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) program. These BOAs will cover future purchases of Class IX Army repair parts and components. This includes parts for aircraft, ground vehicles, electronics, missiles, weapons, engines, and other Army equipment, excluding medical parts.
A BOA is not a contract and does not guarantee future orders. Instead, it's an understanding with pre-negotiated terms and conditions designed to speed up the award of future contracts. If you hold a BOA, you will be eligible to compete for specific orders when they arise, offering a pathway to provide essential sustainment support to the Army.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This opportunity was published on August 31, 2026. The deadline for submitting your BOA request package is April 03, 2031, at 5:00 PM ET. All submissions must be received by this time.
After the deadline, the Army will review the submitted packages to establish BOAs with qualified companies. If you have already submitted a package using a previous version of the solicitation, no further action is required from you at this time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for companies that can supply a wide range of Class IX repair parts and components for Army equipment. This includes items for air, ground support materiel, administrative vehicles, electronics, tactical vehicles, missiles, weapons, special weapons, industrial materiel, and aircraft engines.
Firms with experience in providing sustainment parts and components, particularly those familiar with Department of Defense supply classifications, will find this relevant. The program aims to streamline future acquisitions, making it ideal for vendors looking for a long-term engagement framework with the Army.
How to respond to this solicitation
To respond, you must use the latest amended solicitation document, W912CH-26-R-0001_AMDs 0001-0003. This document incorporates all previous amendments and replaces earlier versions. You can access the full solicitation text and submission requirements by viewing the original source on the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).
All questions regarding this opportunity must be submitted in writing as detailed in the official SAM.gov posting. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Ensure your complete BOA request package is submitted by the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully read the entire solicitation, especially Sections H and L.2, which contain important administrative updates and submission details. Pay close attention to the definition of Class IX supplies and the specific subclasses mentioned to ensure your capabilities align with the Army's needs.
Since a BOA is not a contract, focus on demonstrating your firm's qualifications, reliability, and capacity to meet future supply demands. Highlight any relevant experience with government contracting, particularly with the Department of Defense, and your ability to comply with various acquisition procedures such as FAR Part 12, 13, and 15.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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