Low earth orbiting satellite services
Active Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 36C10A24D0005
- Awardee
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Ultisat, Inc. UEI J1BQKC2ZPXQ7
- Awarding agency
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VA Technology Acquisition Center
Headquarters, Department of Veterans Affairs
- Task orders
- 2 $105,492 obligated
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- 7G22--Low Earth Orbit Satellite Equipment and Services Solicitation · 36C10A24R0004 · Posted May 21, 2024
- Combined order value
- $105,492 Current and potential, with all options
- Last date to order 42% complete
- IDV ceiling <1% used
- $40,000,000.00
- Award type
- Multiple award
- Who can order
- Only the awarding agency
- NAICS code
- 517410 Satellite Telecommunications
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition · 3 offers Negotiated Proposal / Quote
- Pricing
- Firm Fixed Price
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
About this IDV
The Department of Veterans Affairs awarded a multiple-award indefinite delivery contract to Ultisat, Inc. for low earth orbiting satellite services with a $40 million ceiling and an award date of September 24, 2024, with ultimate completion on September 23, 2029.
The VA Technology Acquisition Center issued this full-and-open procurement without set-aside. The contract procures commercial fixed and mobile LEO satellite internet services, including equipment, subscriptions, transmission facilities, installation, maintenance, and 24/7 monitoring support to enable disaster recovery, emergency management, and rapid deployment across the VA enterprise. Performance occurs at multiple VA locations including Cheverly and Laurel, Maryland.
The originating solicitation 36C10A24R0004, posted May 21, 2024 with proposals due August 1, 2024, contemplated a five-year ordering period with 12-month performance periods and carried a minimum guarantee of $1,500. The VA sought multiple commercial providers and evaluated proposals on best value based on service availability, reporting, and incident response capabilities.
Two delivery orders have been issued under this IDIQ to date. On September 24, 2024, Ultisat received a $1,500 firm fixed price delivery order for LEO satellite services with performance in Cheverly, Maryland, completing September 23, 2025. On September 5, 2026, the VA issued a second delivery order valued at $103,992.35 for LEO satellite equipment and services with performance in Laurel, Maryland, completing September 4, 2027.
Ultisat holds no SBA certifications and competes in full-and-open procurements across its federal portfolio.
Task orders
| Task order | Ordering agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low earth orbiting (LEO) satellite equipment and services | VA Technology Acquisition Center | $103,992 | |
| Low earth orbiting satellite services | VA Technology Acquisition Center | $1,500 |
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $0 | |
| Supplemental Agreement for work within scope | $0 | |
| Original award | $0 |
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 36C10A24D0005?
36C10A24D0005 was awarded to Ultisat, Inc. by VA Technology Acquisition Center (Headquarters) on September 24, 2024.
How much is contract 36C10A24D0005 worth?
Orders under 36C10A24D0005 have obligated $105,492. 36C10A24D0005's own ceiling is $40,000,000.
How many orders have been placed under contract 36C10A24D0005?
2 orders have been placed under 36C10A24D0005, the latest on September 5, 2026.
Who can order from contract 36C10A24D0005?
36C10A24D0005 is a multiple award indefinite delivery contract. Only the awarding agency can place orders on it.
Is contract 36C10A24D0005 part of a contract vehicle?
Yes. 36C10A24D0005 is part of LOW EARTH ORBITING SATELLITE SERVICES.
Was contract 36C10A24D0005 competed?
The extent of competition for 36C10A24D0005 was full and open competition. The government received 3 offers.
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