FINAL RFP - Space Systems and Hardware Integration for Novel Experiments (SSHINE)
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive research, engineering, and technical management support for space technology development under the Space Systems and Hardware Integration for Novel Experiments (SSHINE) contract. The solicitation (FA9453-25-R-X002) aims to support space technology analysis, integration, experimentation, and evaluation across multiple functional areas including mission development, flight experiment prototyping, operations, and ground system development. Proposals will be evaluated using a best value trade-off approach, with technical factors significantly more important than cost, focusing on three main technical factors: Statement of Work Narrative, Scenario Response, and Staffing Plan. Proposals must achieve a minimum Purple/Good combined technical/risk rating for award consideration, and must be submitted by March 17, 2025, at 1:00 PM Mountain Time, with discrepancy notices due by January 27, 2025. Key personnel must be eligible for Top Secret/SCI clearance, and the evaluation will use a color/adjectival rating system to assess proposal quality.
The contract is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541715 with a 1,300 employee size standard, featuring an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) structure with a $499 million ceiling and a minimum guaranteed amount of $5 million. The base contract period runs from November 28, 2025, through November 27, 2030, with an option period extending through November 27, 2035. Three initial task orders will be awarded: TO 0001 for Prototypes and Flight Experiments, TO 0002 for Small Satellite Portfolio, and TO 0003 for Rapid Architecture Prototyping and Development. Work will primarily be performed at the Phillips Research Site at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with potential travel to other locations. Minimum task order value is set at $500,000, with a maximum task order value of $150 million, and the contract type will be Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) for labor Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs), with cost-reimbursable CLINs for Other Direct Costs (ODCs), travel, and materials.
FA9453-25-R-X002-FINAL-RFP Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Research Laboratory
1/16/25, 1:01 PM Space Technology Advanced Research (STAR)
Develop a single camera DoLP sensor for laboratory use that may transitioned to a fieldable prototype. Awarded contract FA9453-20-C-0019 to HART SCIENTIFIC CONSULTING INTERNATIONAL LLC for 309959.00 on 2020-03-30.
FA9453-19-S-0002 Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Research Laboratory
4/15/20, 7:28 PM Hypersonic Defense Regional Glide Phase Weapon System
General Information
Title: Hypersonic Defense Regional Glide Phase Weapon System
Draft Request for Prototype Proposal (DRPP)
Solicitation Number: HQ0854-20-DV-SSN-01
Document Type: Pre-Solicitation Notice
Classification Code: A – Research and Development
Missile Defense Agency (MDA) intends to carry out a Hypersonic Defense Regional Glide Phase Weapon System (RGPWS) Prototype Project under the authority of 10 U.S.C. §2371b; “Authority of the Department of Defense to Carry Out Certain Prototype Projects.” Competitive procedures will be used to enter into one or more agreements(s) leading to the design, development, and demonstration of a Prototype Weapon. This Other Transaction (OT) Agreement will be issued directly by MDA.
Industry Engagement: The following timeline is provided for planning purposes only and may be adjusted:
January 28: Release Draft Request for Prototype Proposal (DRPP) & System Requirements Document (SRD)
February 4-8: Industry Day one-on-one sessions
Early April: Release Final Request for Prototype Proposal
General Information: MDA intends to issue a classified Technical Data Library containing items such as the System Requirements Document (SRD), threat data, trajectories and other technical data. In order to receive access to the documents within Technical Data Library, potential Prime Contractors must submit the following documents:
Receiving System's Security Plan: Full document
Receiving System's Authority to Operate (ATO): Copy of ATO letter itself
Receiving System's Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M): The POA&M is a standard input for Risk Management Framework accreditation. (Vendor should know what it is and how to auto-generate it through eMASS).
Receiving System's Hardware/Software List: Existing item in Vendor’s eMASS accreditation package.
Potential Prime Contractors must have a facility clearance with the ability to access classified information, in accordance with DoD 5220.22-M, “National Industry Security Program Operating Manual,” dated February 28, 2006, and thus companies under foreign ownership, control or influence (FOCI) will be excluded from performing under the prototype project agreement. A company is considered under FOCI whenever a foreign interest has direct power or indirect power, whether or not exercised, and whether or not exercisable through the ownership of the U.S. company’s securities, by contractual arrangement or other means, to direct or decide matters affecting the management of operations of that company in a manner which may result in unauthorized access to classified information or may adversely affect the performance of classified contracts and agreements. Responsibility lies with the potential Prime Contractor to ensure that its subcontractor(s), entities proposed to perform under an Intercompany Work Transfer Agreement (IWTA), non-traditional defense contractors, vendors and suppliers that require access to classified information are not restricted from participating in this acquisition due to FOCI.
Draft Request for Prototype Proposal (DRPP) Information & Instructions: This DRPP is being provided to initiate dialogue on the RGPWS requirement. This document is a draft, and may differ significantly from any final product. The SRD is available upon request (and proper authorization). MDA requests that initial questions or comments regarding the DRPP/SRD be sent to RGPWS-Information@MDA.mil no later than 03 February 2020 @ 0700CST, to support meaningful one-on-one sessions. Any additional offerors who have not already scheduled a one-on-one session, who also intend to submit an offer as a Prime Contractor, may request one be scheduled by emailing RGPWS-Information@MDA.mil. Final questions or comments on the DRPP and SRD must be received no later than 11 February 2020 @ 1200 CST.
All other DRPP attachments are not yet available for public review, but will be provided as soon as possible.
Instructions for requesting the classified System Requirements Document (SRD) are provided in the attached “Classified Distribution Instructions”.
Additional Information: This notice solicits information for planning purposes only, shall not be construed as an invitation for bid, request for quotation, request for proposal, or a commitment by MDA. MDA does not intend to award a contract or any other type of agreement on the basis of this announcement. All information is to be submitted at no cost or obligation to the Government. If a formal, final Request for Prototype Proposal is generated at a later date, a separate solicitation notice will be published.
Primary Point of Contact:
Joseph A. Chapman
Deputy Director of Contracts (MDA/CTE)
256-450-1181
RGPWS@MDA.MIL
HQ0854-20-DV-SSN-01 DOD Missile Defense Agency
1/28/20, 8:21 PM Option Award: F04701-02-C-0009-P00374 Space Tracking and Surveillance System
Northrop Grumman Systems Corp. of Redondo Beach, California is being awarded a $20,808,229 modification (P00374) to a previously awarded F04701-02-C-0009 contract to exercise an option period. The value of this contract is increased from $1,921,265,055 to $1,942,073,284.87. Under this modification, the contractor will provide on-orbit operations and sustainment for the Space Tracking and Surveillance System. The work will be performed at the Missile Defense Space Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado and at Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation in Redondo Beach, California. The performance period is from April 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021. Fiscal year 2019 and 2020 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $13,811,904.71 is certified available for modification award. The Missile Defense Agency, Colorado Springs, Colorado is the contracting activity.
Report Control Symbol: DD-LA-(AR) 1279
Approved for Public Release 20-MDA-10396 (28 Feb 20)
DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited
Awarded contract F04701-02-C-0009-P00374 to NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION for 1942073285.00 on 2020-03-02.
F04701-02-C-0009-P00374 DOD Missile Defense Agency
5/1/20, 11:51 AM AFRL Rocket Lab Hermes BAA
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Materiel Command Test Center is seeking proposals for the AFRL Rocket Lab Hermes Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). This two-step open BAA allows for the submission of white papers as well as responses to future calls for specific technology requirements. The BAA aims to fund studies, research, and development to mature novel rocket propulsion concepts and technologies to appropriate readiness levels. Evaluation criteria will assess technical approach, program relevance, available funding, and cost. White papers and proposals are accepted on an ongoing basis, with full proposals due as specified in any future calls.
This unrestricted BAA has a 20-year period of performance and anticipates making multiple awards of varying duration and value, with no single award exceeding $50 million. The government seeks to advance solid and liquid rocket motor components, manufacturing processes, modeling and simulation tools, and demonstration efforts across the rocket propulsion domain, including for strategic and tactical missiles. Small businesses are encouraged to participate, and the place of performance is primarily at Edwards Air Force Base in California.
FA9300-20-S-0001 Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Test Center
3/18/20, 5:00 PM