# Army Contracting Command Seeks GOCO Ammunition Plant Models

The Army Contracting Command – Rock Island (ACC-RI) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather industry input on future commercial operating models and contract structures for Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) Army ammunition plants. This initiative aims to modernize and enhance the responsiveness and competitiveness of these facilities while ensuring alignment with government mission priorities. An Industry Day is scheduled for November 2026 to engage stakeholders in discussions on transforming GOCO operating strategies. Responses to the RFI are due by October 16, 2026.

- **Why this matters:** This RFI signals potential upcoming contract competitions and structural changes affecting sustainment, modernization, maintenance, and operational efficiency of Army ammunition plants.
- Procurement professionals should prepare for evolving contract requirements that emphasize modernization and competitive operations within GOCO facilities.
- Industry stakeholders can leverage the November Industry Day to gain insights and influence future contract design.
- Companies interested in ammunition plant sustainment and operations should consider aligning capabilities with government priorities outlined in this RFI.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 25, 2026

### Government Entities
- Army Contracting Command – Rock Island (ACC-RI)
- Portfolio Acquisition Executive Agile Sustainment & Ammunition (PAE AS&A)

### Sources
- [RFI for Commercial Operating Models for GOCO Army Ammunition Plants](https://app.govly.com/opportunities/17166323) - SAM