RFI for Space Domain Awareness Geosynchronous EO WFOV Sensor_16 Nov 25.docx

Sam.gov Request for Information (RFI) Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Geosynchronous Wide Field of View (WFOV) Electro-Optical (EO) Sensor Notice ID: SYZ001

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1. Background Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Reconnaissance and Surveillance Branch (SYD 89/SYZ) is developing a future geo-based surveillance architecture to support near-term acquisition decisions for a surveillance constellation comprised of free flyer Space Vehicles (SVs) with an EO payload(s) capable of wide-area volume search and tasked collections on priority objects. The intent is for the surveillance constellation to be complimentary to the reconnaissance constellation (i.e., RG-XX). The primary objective of this proliferated constellation will be to autonomously search for, detect, and revisit Resident Space Objects (RSO's) in and around the Geosynchronous Equatorial Orbit (GEO)-belt. The SVs will operate within an existing ground platform, architecture, and operational unit that currently supports Command and Control (C2), planning, and data distribution functions to established databases and end users. The data collected from this RFI will allow the Government to assess capabilities and determine a pool of vendors that may compete for a study, design and/or sensor build leading to an acquisition decision for readiness for existing, modified design, in development, or new concepts related an EO WFOV sensor to support the future surveillance architecture. This RFI is only seeking information related to EO WFOV sensors. Do not submit system solutions or data processing capabilities that may or may not improve performance of the sensor(s) submitted.

This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes (i.e., market research). This RFI does not constitute a solicitation (Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quotations (RFQ)) or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Responses to this RFI are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Furthermore, the Government is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept any unsolicited proposals. Respondents are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI. All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the responding party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future solicitation, if any is issued. Any information submitted by respondents to this RFI is strictly voluntary. All submissions become Government property and will not be returned. Proprietary information will be safeguarded in accordance with the applicable Government regulations. Proprietary information or trade secrets shall be clearly identified.

2. Description This RFI is for SSC/SYD 89-SYZ. Additional market research may or may not be conducted. Responses from small businesses are encouraged. This RFI is focused on surveying industry space-based, WFOV optical capability. The Government is interested in sensors capable of detecting resident space objects at 14.5 visual magnitude with special interest in sensors capable of detection at 16+ visual magnitude at a solar exclusion angle of 60 degrees from sensor boresight. The Government is especially interested in sensors that are capable of searching a solid angle 40 degrees in right ascension by +/- 15 degrees declination in 30 minutes or less from an ESPA-class bus to conduct wide-area volume search. Recent (≤5 years), relevant demonstrated success with low/moderate cost, build/production (≤2 (preferred) year sensor builds) of sensors performing the mission described in Section 3.II & 3.III below is desired, which may include development that is underway, modified existing design, or already fielded. High Technology Readiness Level (TRL) products and services, as well as re-use opportunities are of interest. “Low/moderate-cost” and “rapid” production must result in acceptable programmatic and technical risk to the Government.

3. Requested Information The RFI responses must include the following:

I. Company and Security Information:

a. Company name and Parent Company, if applicable

b. Business Address: Street, City, State, and Zip code

c. Commercial and Government Entity Code

d. Unique Entity Code

e. Company Socio-economic Status:

f. Point of Contact (i.e. POC, Company Representative)

g. POC Telephone and Email Address II. Recent/Relevant Technical Information:

a. Description of EO WFOV payload capabilities

b. Space-flight heritage of EO WFOV payloads with special interest in GEO flight heritage

c. TRL of EO WFOV payload(s)

d. Experience building EO WFOV payload(s)

e. Anticipated or demonstrated performance specifications for an EO WFOV sensor intended for GEO-based wide-area surveillance, including:

· Aperture size and optical design

· Size, Weight, and Power (SWAP)

· FOV

· Slew Rate (if sensor is on gimbal design)

· Sensitivity/limiting magnitude

· Spatial, temporal, and spectral resolution

· Design Life/Reliability

· Stray light rejection design

· Focal length or F#

· Detector used in design

f. Summarize how your design addresses the unique GEO environment (e.g., stray light, background clutter, radiation environment, thermal management)

g. Special interest in designs that incorporate free-form off-axis three-mirror optics III. Recent/Relevant Programmatic Information:

a. Describe schedule past performance from Authority to Proceed (ATP) to Payload Delivery (e.g. provide number of months) or if new build, the anticipated schedule

b. Experience with Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) of sensors (e.g. 6-12 quantities)

c. Provide parametric cost information (e.g. past builds, engineering experience, etc.) from previous sensor builds broken out by anticipated recurring and/or non-recurring cost

4. Assumptions Contractor shall assume the following for the purposes of providing this RFI:

a. Government is seeking companies with sensor flight heritage

b. Contractor shall assume a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract type for the EO WFOV payload build

5. Request for Information Submission Details Submittals shall not exceed five (5) pages total, any pages beyond the limit will not be considered. Response shall be submitted in MS Word 2000 (or newer). Responses will be formatted to match the structure of the RFI as outlined above in 3 a, b, and c. Page size shall be 8.5 x 11 inches; single spaced with text no smaller than 10-point Times New Roman; font size within graphics and tables shall be no smaller than 8 point, Times New Roman. Margins shall be one inch on all sides. The title page and front matter such as transmittal letter, cover page, and table of contents will not count against the page limit.

Respondents shall provide an unclassified response to the RFI to the maximum extent possible. Respondents shall indicate whether their responses contain any proprietary information if the respondents wish for the responses to be handled as such. The Government shall NOT be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is not properly identified. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned.

If a classified annex to the RFI response is submitted, its contents will be limited to only that which is required to be protected as classified information. Classified annex page count will count towards the five (5) page total for the response, not including title page and front matter. A classified annex may be provided via appropriately classified network (CORE, SGN, etc.) or classified fax. The contractor may request a POC for submission of the classified annex. Please ensure all files and media are scanned and cleaned with an anti-virus program before transmitting. Oral communications are not acceptable. The Government may reach out with clarification questions following contractor submission.

SSC has entered into contracts with Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) and/or Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance staff working for the Government. These could include, but are not limited to: The Aerospace Corporation, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, SAIC, Alpha Omega, Mantech, Tecolote, Emolbi, Tyto, and KBR Corporation. These companies support the Government by performing technical reviews, systems engineering and integration analyses, cost estimation, and other advisory services. Respondents are hereby notified that all responses will be provided to SSC support contractors for services to SSC. If Respondents disagree to the release of its RFI response to any of the aforementioned firms, the Respondent must clearly state this restriction in the cover letter accompanying the RFI response.

Foreign firms are advised that they will not be allowed to participate in this acquisition at the prime contractor level; however, provided they are eligible to do business with the US Government they may be eligible to participate at the subcontractor level. The research and test data produced under a resultant contract may contain Military Critical Technology List (MCTL) information whose export is restricted by Export Control Act (Title 22, U.S. Sec 2751, et seq.) or the Export Administration Act of 1979, as amended (Title 50, U.S.C., App. 2401, et seq.). Request certification and registration from the Defense Logistics Services Center (DLSC), Federal Center, 74 North Washington, Battle Creek, MI 49016-3412 as soon as possible.

6. Submittal Instructions:

All responses shall be submitted via email to the Contracting POCs identified below. All submissions shall include company name and point of contact information including name, position, telephone number, and email address. Any questions related to the RFI should be directed to all the POCs listed below.

Responses received after the due date may not be considered in the Government’s analyses. The Government may subsequently contact respondents for clarification on the information submitted.

POINTS OF CONTACT:

Contracting CO Capt Tobias Richards tobias.richards.1@spaceforce.mil O: 310-653-9416 Contracting CO Robert Chernoff Robert.chernoff@spaceforce.mil O: 310-653-9482

Disclaimer Proprietary information, if any, should be kept to a minimum and MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED. Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned.