COCESS Bridge Contract

The contract FA4855-14-D-0001 pertains to the Contractor Operated Civil Engineering Supply Store (COCESS) and was originally set to expire on September 30, 2018. To ensure continuity of services, the Government plans to award a Firm Fixed Price, Sole Source Bridge Contract covering the period from October 1, 2018, to March 31, 2019. This bridge contract is necessary due to recent audit findings which revealed inadequacies in the existing contract oversight and the need for updated terms and conditions. The Air Force Installation Contracting Agency/Kansas City (AFICA/KC) and the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) are working collaboratively to develop new operating procedures and implement a revised pricing model for COCESS contracts, but these changes are still in progress. The bridge contract allows sufficient time to finalize these updates and conduct a competitive source selection for future contracts at Cannon Air Force Base. The contract is managed by the Department of Defense under the NAICS code 444130 and is based at Cannon AFB, New Mexico. Key points of contact include Tyler A Spiess and Brett Nidiffer, who serve as contracting administrators. The Government has confirmed adequate funding for this interim period, ensuring uninterrupted supply store operations while the revised contract structure and competitive procurement process are put in place. This action is critical for maintaining the logistical support necessary for civil engineering functions at the installation.