Bid guide
How to bid on Wiesbaden Commissary Total Maintenance Services for DECA
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Defense Commissary Agency (DECA) needs a contractor to provide complete maintenance services for the Wiesbaden Commissary facility and equipment in Germany. This includes preventive, unscheduled, and 24/7 emergency repairs for the building systems, infrastructure, and all food handling equipment.
This opportunity is significant for firms that can manage comprehensive facility and equipment maintenance, ensuring continuous operation and safety for a critical government facility. The contractor will be responsible for keeping all systems compliant and operational.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 16, 2026. The deadline for submissions is August 14, 2026, at 11:30 AM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
Late submissions are typically not considered, so it is crucial to ensure your response is complete and submitted well in advance of the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for commercial contractors with a strong background in facility and equipment maintenance, particularly those with experience in food service or retail environments. The contractor must have the capacity to provide qualified, English-speaking personnel, including a 24/7 Contract Manager.
Firms that can perform at least 70% of all requested work with their own internal workforce, without subcontracting, are well-suited. Experience with government web-based service order management systems (like SOMS) and managing base access for employees will also be beneficial. This falls under the construction category, specifically facility maintenance.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents, you need to click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents, though this is not always required for every bid. Once you have access, carefully review all attached information, including Amendment 1, which corrects the Solicitation Helpdesk Link.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Thoroughly review all sections of the RFP, paying close attention to the scope of work for preventive, unscheduled, and emergency maintenance. Clearly outline your approach for each tier of service, including response times for emergencies and procedures for cost estimates and approvals.
Detail your proposed workforce, emphasizing their qualifications and English language proficiency. Explain how you will maintain the required internal capacity to perform at least 70% of the work. Describe your experience with web-based work order systems and how you will manage installation access and daily coordination with store management. Prepare comprehensive safety and quality control plans that meet commercial standards and EU regulations, as these will be required shortly after contract award.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Defense Commissary Agency (DECA); the original posting controls.