RFI - Western Range Modernization Network (WMN).pdf

This Request for Information (RFI) is issued as market research. All requirements identified in this RFI are tentative and will be finalized prior to the release of any request for proposal (RFP). The Government DOES NOT intend to award a contract or purchase order in response to this RFI or otherwise pay for the information submitted.

The information provided is entirely voluntary and will not impact the ability to bid on future requirements. This RFI is for planning purposes only and shall not be considered a request for proposal (RFP), request for quote (RFQ), or as an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any products or services. The information provided may be utilized by the Vandenberg Space Force Base, Space Launch Delta (SLD) 30, Range Management (RM) in developing its acquisition strategy should a decision be made to proceed with acquiring the items/services listed in this RFI. The information received in response to this RFI may be included in one or more future solicitations.

All responses shall include the following information:

1. Company Name

2. Business Size for subject NAICS

3. Cage Code

4. Details on which line items your company is able to provide and any applicable restrictions

SLD 30 RM is seeking U.S. sources with the capability to provide the items/services listed in this RFI and attached Performance Work Statement draft. All replies are to be provided to the Contracting Officer, Alvaro Guzman, alvaro.guzman.1@spaceforce.mil and Contracting Specialist, Aaron Morse, aaron.morse@spaceforce.mil. All responses to this RFI must be received NO LATER THAN Tuesday, 8/12/2025, at 4:00 p.m. PST.

*****Requirements—Western Range Internet Protocol Network (WPN)*****

SLD 30 RM requires Operation, Maintenance, Sustainment (OM&S), and continuous integration support for the Western Range Internet Protocol Network (WPN): Next-Generation Communications Infrastructure for Space Launch and Testing.

The WPN is an Internet Protocol (IP)-based communications network designed to support the critical Launch & Test Range System (LTRS) mission at Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB). Developed under the Western Range Modernization Network (WMN) project and achieving final Operational Acceptance (OA) in October 2024, the WPN serves as the primary Communications Subsystem (CMSS) network for the Western Range (WR).

The WPN provides seamless and robust communications connectivity between diverse elements of the Range, Range operators, and both on- and off-Range customers. By converting communications transport to an IPv6 and IPv4-compatible IP infrastructure, the WPN enables the modernization of other LTRS subsystems that interface with the CMSS, paving the way for enhanced capabilities and future growth.

The IPv6 network is a vital communications backbone supporting a wide array of mission-critical activities across geographically dispersed locations. Currently, it supports operations at:

- Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB)

- Pillar Point Air Force Station (PPAFS)

- Naval Air Warfare Center (NAWC) Point Mugu

- Santa Ynez Peak (SYP)

- Edwards Air Force Base (EAFB)

- San Nicolas Island (SNI)

Interested parties may review the attached draft PWS and provide feedback and comments (NOT TO EXCEED 10 PAGES). Your input is valuable in ensuring that the PWS is clear, comprehensive, and achievable, ultimately leading to the successful execution of the WMN requirement.

*****Questions*****

Interested parties to this RFI may provide recommendations they have for such a program. Interested parties are not required to provide answers to questions, but rather where their respective areas of expertise or alliances may allow performance of tasks to answer a specific question list below.

mailto:alvaro.guzman.1@spaceforce.mil mailto:aaron.morse@spaceforce.mil

1. Is your organization interested (capable?) in performing all of the work listed in the draft PWS?

2. Can you provide examples of similar contracts or projects your company has completed in the past, including the scope of work, contract value, and duration? How did your company perform on these contracts, and what were the results or outcomes?

3. What do you perceive as the largest risks associated with this type of requirement? How will you identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with this requirement? What risk management strategies and procedures will you implement to minimize potential disruptions or issues?

4. Can you provide examples of your company having used Agile methodologies to develop and deliver capabilities for customers and stakeholders?

ALVARO GUZMAN

Contracting Officer

*****Requirements—Western Range Internet Protocol Network (WPN)*****