BOAST_Questions and Answers.pdf

BOAST Program Questions and Answers (Q&A)

Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) Program

Solicitation W912CH-26-R-0001

U.S. Army Contracting Command-Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA)

Issued: March 18, 2026

Purpose: This document provides official Government responses to common questions received regarding the BOAST program solicitation.

CATEGORY 1: PROGRAM SCOPE & PURPOSE

Q1: What is the scope of the BOAST program? Can you provide a list of parts or weapon systems?

A1: The BOAST program is designed to cover a broad range of Class IX supplies, which can span multiple NAICS codes. The current solicitation is only to establish the Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) and does not contain a specific list of parts to be procured at this time.

The purpose is to pre-qualify vendors for future orders. The specific items and the weapon systems they support will be detailed in separate, future Requests for Order Proposals (RFOPs) as requirements arise.

Q2: A pre-synopsis notice included a forecasted list of supplies. Is that list part of this solicitation?

A2: The forecasted supply list posted with the pre-synopsis notice was provided for informational and market research purposes only. It is not a formal or binding part of the current BOA solicitation.

Q3: Are parachutes and related airborne equipment included in the scope?

A3: Parachutes and major aerial delivery equipment themselves are typically considered Class VII (Major End Items) and are not within the scope of BOAST. However, individual repair parts and components used to maintain that equipment may fall within the Class IX scope. Ultimately, whether a future requirement is competed through BOAST will depend on the supply class of that specific item.

Q4: How does this differ from DLA? When would orders go to DLA vs. BOAST?

A4: The Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) are separate procurement organizations. The determination of which organization procures a specific NSN is made based on the Army's overall supply chain strategy for that item. The BOAST program is an acquisition vehicle used by ACC-DTA to compete our specific Class IX supply requirements among the pool of qualified BOA holders.

CATEGORY 2: BOA SUBMITTAL & EVALUATION PROCESS

Q5: What document do I need to complete to submit a response?

A5: Your submission package must include the fully completed and signed BOA. This is the main PDF attachment to the solicitation on SAM.gov (named W912CH-26-R-0001). You must fill in all required "fill-in" information throughout the entire document.

Q6: Do I need to submit a separate capabilities package, product list, or past performance information?

A6: No. A separate capabilities package or product list is not required or requested. The evaluation criteria are detailed in Section M of the solicitation. Your submittal should address all factors as specified in that section.

Q.7: How do I acknowledge the clauses in the BOA, as referenced in section C.15.1.2.2?

A.7: C.15.1.2.2 explains how to acknowledge all other clauses. By going through the entire BOA document, completing all the required "fill-ins" and certifications, and providing a signature, you are formally acknowledging and accepting all applicable clauses.

Q7: Can we propose changes or "redline" the terms and conditions in the BOA document?

A7: No. The Government is not accepting any proposed changes to the terms and conditions of the standardized BOA. A submittal should consist of the completed and signed document as-is.

Q8: Is there a specific NAICS code required to be eligible for a BOA?

A8: No. The solicitation to establish the BOA does not have a single, mandatory NAICS code for eligibility. The program covers a broad range of supplies that will span multiple NAICS codes. The specific NAICS code for any given requirement will be identified in the future at the individual RFOP level.

CATEGORY 3: PROGRAM STRUCTURE & FUTURE ORDERS

Q9: Is this a "preferred bidder" program?

A9: No. Establishing a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) makes your company eligible to compete for future orders. It does not grant preferential treatment, but it is the required first step to be included in the competition.

Q10: What is the impact if my company does not enroll in the program?

A10: When a future requirement is competed through BOAST, the opportunity will be competed among the pool of active BOA holders. To be eligible for an award, a contractor must have a fully executed BOA in place before the closing date of that RFOP. Companies without a BOA would be ineligible for those awards.

Q11: Does having a BOA limit us from competing for other requirements outside of BOAST?

A11: No. Holding a BOAST BOA does not limit or restrict your company in any way from pursuing or competing for any other government contracts.

Q12: Will there be a defined set-aside portion of this BOA?

A12: No. The master BOAs are being established on a Full and Open basis. Set-asides will be determined later, at the individual order (RFOP) level, based on market research for each specific requirement.

Q13: How will you determine "best value" for future orders?

A13: The specific evaluation methodology will be explicitly defined in each Request for Order Proposal (RFOP). The RFOP will state whether the award will be based on Price Only, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), or a Best Value Tradeoff. If a tradeoff is used, the RFOP will define the specific evaluation factors and their relative importance.

Q14: What is the duration of negotiated pricing? Are we locked into a price for five years?

A14: You are not locked into a price for the five-year duration. The price you propose in response to a specific RFOP applies only to that single order. There are no pre-priced line items in the master BOA. This approach allows you to propose fresh, current pricing for each requirement.

Q15: How will we be notified of future opportunities?

A15: When a new requirement is identified, a "Special Notice" containing the Request for Order Proposal (RFOP) will be posted publicly on SAM.gov. These notices will be clearly tied to the BOAST program name, allowing interested vendors to search for them.

Q16: Are we required to bid on every RFOP if we have a BOA?

A16: No. Holding a BOA gives your company the option, but not the obligation, to compete on any given order. This allows you to pursue only the opportunities that align with your business goals.