What types of vendors does DeCA typically contract with?

DeCA primarily contracts with food manufacturers, grocery distributors, retail equipment suppliers, and facility service providers capable of supporting high-volume, temperature-controlled supply chains.

Are there specific certifications that help when bidding for DeCA contracts?

Vendors with established food safety certifications, such as GFSI-recognized standards, and those capable of meeting strict military commissary distribution requirements are highly preferred.

How does DeCA structure its procurement for retail operations?

DeCA utilizes a mix of direct procurement for resale items and service contracts for store-level operations, including shelf stocking, custodial services, and store-brand supply chain management.

DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY · Contracting Office

DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY (DECA)

15 solicitations and awards tracked for this contracting office.

Contracting office15 solicitationsUnder DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY

Solicitations

Federal records indexed

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Federal

Federal procurement data

Sub-Agency

DEFENSE COMMISSARY

DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY

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DEPT

DEPT OF DEFENSE

About

Acquisition authority and contracting profile of DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY (DECA).

The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) manages a global chain of grocery stores for military personnel, retirees, and their families. They procure commercial food products, perishable goods, store equipment, and facility maintenance services to support the daily operations of commissary locations worldwide.

Hierarchy: DEFENSE COMMISSARY AGENCY · DEPT OF DEFENSE.

Contracting officers at this office issue solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Vendors must be registered in the federal procurement system with a valid CAGE code to receive awards.

Opportunity activity heatmap (2024-present)

Monthly posted opportunity volume from 2024 onward. Darker = more indexed records.

Count-basedPeak month: 32024-2026

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