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VANDENBERG SFB INDUSTRY DAY

\OTHER TRANSACTION AUTHORITY

PROGRESSIVE DESIGN-BUILD &

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK

22 OCTOBER 2026

W912PL26QA006

“Delivering Bold Solutions to Serve and Strengthen All Communities”

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

Memo to use non-traditional acquisition strategies (OTA, PDB)

• Air Force (memo dated April 29, 2026)

• Military Construction (MILCON) & Facilities, Sustainment, Restoration and Modernization (FSRM) projects over $7.5M shall default to non-traditional acquisition strategies.

• Army & Navy memo is expected to be released FY28.

Current anticipated OTA contracts in the Los Angeles District will be from:

• Vandenberg SFB

• Nellis AFB

We also foresee expanding OTAs in the future.

Regional MATOCs and DBB procurements will still be used.

BRIEF BACKGROUND

4VANDENBERG SFB

USING OTA-PDB AGREEMENTS

• Launch Support Infrastructure ($90.6M)

• Anticipated solicitation and selection: FY28Q2

• Why are they combining projects? Efficiency in award process due to similar scopes

• Scope description: This contract requirement consists of three components: a South

Base Entry Control Facility; road, water, electrical, and communications infrastructure to Space Launch Complex-5; and underground telecommunications duct-bank infrastructure between South Base and North Base.

• Consolidated Air Traffic Control Tower, Fire Station 41, and Base Operations Facility ($152M)

• Anticipated solicitation and selection: FY28Q2

• Why is this a stand alone? More complex and specialized than the other projects.

• Scope description: Construct an Air Traffic Control Tower, Fire Station 41, and Base

Operations facility using economical design and construction methods to accommodate the mission of the facility. The facilities should be compatible with applicable Department of War, Air Force, and base design standards.

5VANDENBERG SFB

USING OTA-CMAR ACQUISITIONS

• Sentinel Re-Entry Vehicle Facility ($110M)

• Anticipated solicitation and selection: FY27Q4

• Why is this a stand alone? Highly complex project w/different qualification needs.

• Scope description: Construct a single-story Re-entry Vehicle Maintenance facility at

North Base to support Ground Based Strategic Deterrent operations and accommodate a missile maintenance crew. The primary facility will be used to house re-entry vehicles, penetration aids, payload mounting platforms and aerodynamic shrouds that are assembled into re-entry system packages for intercontinental ballistic missiles.

AGENDA

START END ACTIVITY SUPPORT/SPEAKING ROLE

8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Registration

9:00 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Opening Remarks Fran Firouzi

9:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m.

Contracting Office Presents: Other Transaction Authority (Progressive Design-Build and Construction Manager at Risk)

Sean Sackett, Raj Cooper

11:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m.

Other Transaction Authority Q&A Sean Sackett, Raj Cooper

11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. LUNCH BREAK ON OWN LUNCH ON OWN

1:00 p.m. 1:45 p.m. Sentinel Program Overview and Re-entry Vehicle + Q&A Nick Hansen

1:45 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Spaceport of the Future Program Overview + Q&A Ainsley Allen

2:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. BREAK BREAK

2:45 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Launch Support Infrastructure and Consolidated Air Traffic Control Tower, Fire Station, Base Ops

Ainsley Allen

3:45 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Spaceport of the Future Q&A Ainsley Allen

4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Industry Feeback/Open Networking Open

8USACE LOS ANGELES

FUTURE OUTREACH ENGAGEMENTS

OTA Industry Day Las Vegas TBD (November 18, 2026)

Long Beach Community College (November 20, 2026)

Business Opportunities Open House Los Angeles TBD (March 3, 2027)

Special notices will be posted on sam.gov under our DoDAAC “W912PL” for all the above outreach engagements.

QUESTIONS?

For outreach questions, contact our Small Business Office team:

Roger Minami Kinya.R.Minami@usace.army.mil

Abegail Banaga Abegail.C.Banaga@usace.army.mil

SPL CONTRACTING

PRESENTS: OTHER

TRANSACTION AUTHORITY

12INDUSTRY DAY

US Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District

22 OCT 2026

“Delivering Bold Solutions to Serve and Strengthen All Communities”

START END ACTIVITY SUPPORT/SPEAKING ROLE

8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Registration

9:00 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Opening Remarks Fran Firouzi

9:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m.

Contracting Office Presents: Other Transaction Authority (Progressive Design-Build and Construction Manager at Risk)

Sean Sackett, Raj Cooper

11:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m.

Other Transaction Authority Q&A Sean Sackett, Raj Cooper

11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. LUNCH BREAK ON OWN LUNCH ON OWN

1:00 p.m. 1:45 p.m. Sentinel Program Overview and Re-entry Vehicle + Q&A Nick Hansen

1:45 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Spaceport of the Future Program Overview + Q&A Ainsley Allen

2:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. BREAK BREAK

2:45 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Launch Support Infrastructure and Consolidated Air Traffic Control Tower, Fire Station, Base Ops

Ainsley Allen

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

RULES FOR REVERSE INDUSTRY DAY

• All information shared here today is Unofficial and Non-binding.

• Please hold your questions until the end of the presentation during the Q&A portion.

• Information shared in this briefing are for informational purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to solicit or award any requirement.

End-to-End Process for MILCON Projects

THANK YOU

Decision Gateway to Phase 2

The USACE Los Angeles District has a requirement to build a new, highly-specialized cybersecurity training facility. Speed, innovation, and cost control are critical. Instead of a traditional, FAR based process, under 2808(a) authority, the Government utilizes an Other Transaction approach to compete, down-select to the top 3 firms, and selects design-build firm, “ABC Ltd.," to develop the project under a Progressive Design-Build model.

• The design-build firm, “ABC Ltd.,” was selected based on their superior qualifications and expertise, amongst qualified firms, not a low bid or proposal

6. Qualifications Based Selection

(QBS)

• Government Selects

Best Qualified Offeror

PRE-AGREEMENT: PLANNING, SOLICITATION, & AWARD

1. Project Requirements

• Mission Need

• Performance Objectives

• Industry Outreach /

Market Intelligence

• SCO OTA Approval

3. Statement of Qualifications

(SOQs)

• Industry Submits SOQs

• Government Evaluation

4. Down-Select

• Government

Selects Best Qualified Offers

• Invite Firms to Pitch Presentations

7. Negotiate OT (Phase 1) Services

• Scope of Ph 1 Design/ Preconstruction Services

• Performance Metrics

8. Award OT (Phase 1)

Agreement

• Award Other

Transaction Agreement

2. Request for Qualifications

(RFQ)

• Finalize Requirements

Package

• Industry Day / Notice

• Publish Solicitation

5. Pitch Presentations

• Offeror Presentations / Meetings / Interviews

• Q&A

• Site Visit, if applicable

Example Scenario

KICKOFF & ALIGNMENT SCHEMATIC DESIGN BUDGET LOCK DESIGN DEVELOPMENT DECISION GATEWAY TO

PHASE 2

AGREEMENT PHASE 1 – DESIGN & PRECONSTRUCTION SERVICES (OT Agreement using MILCON Design Funds)

PRECONSTRUCTION

READINESS

Risk Informed Project Alignment Meeting

• Goals & Objectives

• Risk Workshop

• Success Metrics

• Communication Plan

Concept Solutions

• Further Alternates

• InnovationOpportunities

• Risk Reduction

Schematic Design Development

• Develop Design

Concepts

• Evaluate Systems

• Confirm Approach

Budget Estimate Submission

• Level 3 Cost Estimate

• Cost Confidence Package

• Scope/Schedule Validation

Advance Design (Technical Development)

• Tailored Design

• Engineer Analysis

• Constructability Reviews

Integrated Schedule Development

• Long Lead Item Identification

• Resource Planning

Execution-Ready Integrated Solution

• Coordinate Estimate

• Constructability

• Risk Mitigation

Government Decision

• Scope Confirmed

• Cost Validated

• Risk Accepted

• Negotiate Phase 2:

Construction

Pre-Construction Work

• BCOES

• Permitting

• Early Submittals

• Site Readiness

Open Book Estimate / Price ScheduleOpen Book Estimate / Price Schedule

Switch to Firm-Fixed Price

OFF RAMP

DECISION POINT

OFF RAMP

DECISION POINT

AGREEMENT PHASE 1 – DESIGN & PRECONSTRUCTION SERVICES (OT Agreement using MILCON Design Funds)

ABC Ltd. begins with the SPLs initial concept design. At this stage, there is no fixed price for construction. Instead, the firm will present an initial "Open Book Estimate" that becomes a living document as the design progresses.

“The Green Line” Agreement Phase 1 – Design & Construction Services

An "open book estimate" for a Progressive Design-Build project is a transparent and collaborative pricing model.

Instead of the design-builder providing a single, fixed price (a "closed book"), the firm opens their financial records to the government.

The design-builder shares all cost information as the design progresses, including:

Direct Costs: All subcontractor bids, material supplier quotes, and labor rates.

Indirect Costs: Estimates for project management, field office overhead, and other general conditions.

Fee/Profit: A pre-negotiated and clearly defined fee, which can be a fixed amount or a percentage of the final construction cost.

This provides the Government with an understanding of key project's cost drivers and can work with the design-builder to make informed decisions

What is an open book estimate?

Example Project: SPL Cybersecurity Training Facility Estimate Version: 1.0 (Based on 30% Design) Date: 6 Oct 2026

OPEN BOOK ESTIMATE – 30% DESIGN

Cost Category Estimated Cost Basis of Estimate

1. Direct Construction Costs (Subcontractor & Materials)

Site Work & Utilities $1,500,000 Based on preliminary geotechnical report and historical data for similar sites.

Concrete & Steel Structure $4,000,000 Volumetric estimate based on initial massing model. High variability.

High-Performance Facade $2,500,000 Allowance based on 2 concepts. Decision needed by 60% design review.

Specialized HVAC/Mechanical $3,500,000 System not yet selected. Estimate based on high-efficiency Variant Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system.

Electrical & Data Infrastructure $5,000,000 High-risk item. Includes significant allowance for shielded cabling and redundant power. Needs input from SPL IT Security team.

Security Systems (SCIF, etc.) $2,000,000 Allowance pending detailed requirements from

SPL.

Interior Finishes $1,800,000 Allowance based on $/SF for similar training facilities.

High-Performance Facade: 2 Options presented: a pre-cast panel system and a modern metal-and-glass system. The design-builder shows the actual quotes for both, along with the pros and cons (energy performance, aesthetics, schedule). The SPL team, seeing the real costs, chooses the metal-and-glass system as the more cost-effective and accelerated schedule option, and the estimate is updated with that hard quote.

Electrical & Data Infrastructure: The design-builder facilitates a meeting between their electrical subcontractor and the SPL IT security experts.

Together, they refine the requirements for the shielded cabling. The subcontractor provides a detailed, updated quote based on this collaborative session. The "High-risk item" note is removed, as the scope is now clearly defined and cost is reduced.

Cost Category Estimated Cost

Basis of Estimate

1. Direct Construction Costs (Subcontractor & Materials)

High-Performance Facade

$2,500,000 Allowance based on 2 concepts. Decision needed by 60% design review.

Electrical & Data Infrastructure

$5,000,000 High-risk item. Includes significant allowance for shielded cabling and redundant power. Needs input from SPL IT Security team.

Open Book Estimate – 60% Design

Project Cost Limitation: The project has a budgetary limit of $19,600,000. The Open Book Estimate is showing $20,000,000, which is $400,000 over budget.

Cost reduction measures are employed.

Target Value Design: The updated estimate shows the project is tracking slightly over SPL’s initial budget. The entire team (FED, Design-Builder, Stakeholders) holds a workshop. They look at the "open book" and decide to change the interior finish specifications in non-critical areas from high-end to a more durable, mid-range option, saving approximately $400,000. The Target Value Design is now within budget at $19,600,000.

Cost Category Estimated Cost

Basis of Estimate

1. Direct Construction Costs (Subcontractor & Materials) Interior Finishes $1,800,000 Allowance based on

$/SF for similar training facilities.

Open Book Estimate – 60% Design

OTHER TRANSACTION – AGREEMENTS

AGENDA

1. Welcome to the world of Other Transactions (OTs)

2. Difference between OTs and FAR-Base Contracts

3. Authorities

4. Formation of the

Agreement

5. Applicable Laws

6. Communication &

Submission Instructions

THE EVOLUTION OF AUTHORITIES

Statutory Authority Primary Mission Focus Strategic Role & Operational Intent

10 U.S.C. § 4021 (Research OTs) Basic, Applied, & Advanced Research The foundational authority. Used for dual-use technology exploration where commercial partners own the underlying intellectual property. It avoids FAR compliance to encourage early-stage innovation and collaborative R&D.

10 U.S.C. § 4022 (Prototype OTs) Prototype Projects & Production Transition The primary tool for modern defense modernization. Authorizes physical or virtual prototype development. Crucially, successful completions can transition directly into non-competitive follow-on production agreements. Novel approach if for construction.

10 U.S.C. § 2808a (MILCON OTs) Military Construction & Facility Modernization

The New Frontier via 2026 NDAA.

Expands the OT model directly into military construction even when the construction methods being used are not novel or experimental.

THE FAR VS OTA

OTAs operate entirely outside the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The negotiated Agreement becomes the sole governing document. This demands a pivot from rigid, regulatory compliance to a focus on commercial agility, problem-solving, and shared risk to deliver best-value solutions.

THE FAR VS OTA

No Christian Doctrine All terms are legally negotiable

The OT Agreement

No more clauses or provisions, we have articles that make up the Agreement.

Everything is negotiated.

If it is not included in the OT, it does not exist.

THE OT

AGREEMENT

How will it be formed?

What is still applicable to construction that we used to have in our FAR-Base contracts?

Who is involved?

How long will it take?

30OT ARTICLES

• ARTICLE 1 – DEFINITIONS

• ARTICLE 2: SCOPE OF THE AGREEMENT

• ARTICLE 3: TERM OF AGREEMENT AND NOTICE TO PROCEED

• ARTICLE 4: TERMINATION

• ARTICLE 5: CHANGES TO THE AGREEMENT

• ARTICLE 6: OBLIGATION AND PAYMENT

• ARTICLE 7: BONDING REQUIREMENTS

• ARTICLE 8: DISPUTE RESOLUTION

• ARTICLE 9: CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION

• ARTICLE 10: DATA RIGHTS

• ARTICLE 11: SECURITY

• ARTICLE 12: TITLE TO AND DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY

OT ARTICLES (CONTINUED)

ARTICLE 13: SAFEGUARDING CONTROLLED UNCLASSIFIED INFORMATION AND

CYBER INCIDENT REPORTING

ARTICLE 14: GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

ARTICLE 15: STATUTORY AUTHORITY AND APPLICABLE LAW

ARTICLE 16: FORCE MAJEURE

ARTICLE 17: ASSIGNMENT

ARTICLE 18: ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

ARTICLE 19: SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

ARTICLE 20: PROGRESSIVE DESIGN-BUILD RESPONSIBILITY

ARTICLE 21: DESIGN

ARTICLE 22: CONSTRUCTION

ARTICLE 23: RESPONSIBILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION

ARTICLE 24: COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LABOR LAWS

ARTICLE 25: LIQUIDATED DAMAGES FOR CONSTRUCTION

ARTICLE 26: SUSPENSION OF WORK

OT ARTICLES (CONTINUED)

ARTICLE 27: BUY AMERICAN ACT REQUIREMENTS UNDER TRADE

AGREEMENTS

ARTICLE 28: SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTORS

ARTICLE 29: SUBCONTRACTOR AGREEMENT

ARTICLE 30: CONGRESSIONAL AUTHORIZATION AND LIMITATION ON

CONSTRUCTION

ARTICLE 31: NATIONAL DEFENSE PRIORITY RATING AND SPECIAL AUTHORITY

ARTICLE 32: ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION

ARTICLE 33: MISCELLANEOUS

OPTIONAL ARTICLES FOR OTA TEMPLATE

ARTICLE XX: GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY

ARTICLE XX: CYBERSECURITY REQUIREMENTS

ARTICLE XX: FOREIGN ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGY AND EXPORT

ARTICLE EXAMPLE - CHANGES

ARTICLE - DISPUTES

Disputes: We are not subject to the Contract Disputes Act. We will negotiate a streamlined, business-focused dispute resolution process.

This typically involves a tiered approach: first, discussions between project leads, then elevation to the AAO, then the AO, then senior leaders, potentially mediation, before any litigation.

ALL TERMS ARE LEGALLY NEGOTIABLE

All Applicable Laws Still Apply

–Fiscal - Fiscal law / Anti-Deficiency Act compliance –Criminal –General Laws

WHAT LAWS DON’T APPLY? -

PROCUREMENT SPECIFIC LAWS

Statute / Regulation Traditional FAR Contract Requirement OTA Status

Competition in Contracting Act (CICA) Mandates "full and open competition" via rigid bidding tiers and formal Justifications & Approvals (J&As) .

Does Not Apply . Agencies only need to compete the agreement "to the maximum extent practicable" using flexible, streamlined procedures .

Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act (TINA) Requires contractors to submit certified cost or pricing data during negotiations .

Does Not Apply . Negotiators are free to use commercial pricing terms, market research, or custom metrics .

Contract Disputes Act (CDA) Mandates a highly structured, slow process for filing contractor claims and appeals.

Does Not Apply. Dispute resolution must be custom-negotiated and written directly into the OTA terms .

Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) Dictates precise, rigid accounting rules for how companies measure and allocate costs .

Does Not Apply . Companies can use their existing commercial accounting systems instead of expensive government-compliant systems.

Bayh-Dole Act & Rights in Technical Data Standardizes strict default rules giving the government licensing rights in technical data and software.

Does Not Apply. Intellectual property and data rights are fully negotiable from scratch .

Project Labor Agreements (PLA) Mandatory for federal construction projects with an estimated value of $35 Million or more.

Not Applicable. Because the FAR does not govern OTs, the regulatory mandate for PLAs does not apply.

CONSTRUCTION LAWS STILL APPLY

Davis-Bacon / applicable labor law compliance OSHA & EM 385-1-1 safety requirements Environmental compliance (NEPA/UFC/installation standards) Payment & Performance bonds Security

AGREEMENT

• Negotiated by the Agreements Officer, the Government Team, and the selected Designer Builder.

• Planned to take 2 weeks.

AGREEMENT

• Profit –

• Risks should generally be considered lower on an OTA-

PDB.

AGREEMENT

• Initial Award

• Modification to Proceed to

Construction

QUESTIONS & THANK YOU

Thank you for your interest in USACE Projects and we look forward to your input!

START END ACTIVITY SUPPORT/SPEAKING ROLE

8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Registration

9:00 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Opening Remarks Fran Firouzi

9:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m.

Contracting Office Presents: Other Transaction Authority (Progressive Design-Build and Construction Manager at Risk)

Sean Sackett, Raj Cooper

11:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m.

Other Transaction Authority Q&A Sean Sackett, Raj Cooper

11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. LUNCH BREAK ON OWN LUNCH ON OWN

1:00 p.m. 1:45 p.m. Sentinel Program Overview and Re-entry Vehicle + Q&A Nick Hansen

1:45 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Spaceport of the Future Program Overview + Q&A Ainsley Allen

2:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. BREAK BREAK

2:45 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Launch Support Infrastructure and Consolidated Air Traffic Control Tower, Fire Station, Base Ops

Ainsley Allen

Sentinel Program Re-entry Vehicle Facility (RSRV) Project Number: XUMU222919 Project Program Amount $110M Construction Manager at Risk

Spaceport of the Future Program (SOTF)

Launch Support Infrastructure (ECF, SLC-5, Telecom)

Project Number: XUMU262914 Project Program Amount:

$90.6M Progressive Design-Build

Spaceport of the Future Program (SOTF)

Consolidated Air Traffic Control Tower, Fire Station 41, and Base

Operations (ATCT) Project Number: XUMU063000

Project Program Amount:

$152M

Progressive Design-Build

PROJECTS

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- Costco Food Court

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LUNCH BREAK

START END ACTIVITY SUPPORT/SPEAKING ROLE

8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Registration

9:00 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Opening Remarks Fran Firouzi

9:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m.

Contracting Office Presents: Other Transaction Authority (Progressive Design-Build and Construction Manager at Risk)

Sean Sackett, Raj Cooper

11:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m.

Other Transaction Authority Q&A Sean Sackett, Raj Cooper

11:45 a.m. 1:00 p.m. LUNCH BREAK ON OWN LUNCH ON OWN

1:00 p.m. 1:45 p.m. Sentinel Program Overview and Re-entry Vehicle + Q&A Nick Hansen

1:45 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Spaceport of the Future Program Overview + Q&A Ainsley Allen

2:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. BREAK BREAK

2:45 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Launch Support Infrastructure and Consolidated Air Traffic Control Tower, Fire Station, Base Ops

Ainsley Allen

SENTINEL PROGRAM AND

RE-ENTRY VEHICLE FACILITY

PRESENTATION

N e v e r D o u b t e d , A l w a y s F e a r e d

AIR FORCE NUCLEAR WEAPONS CENTER

VSFB RSRV/PBACM FACILITY OVERVIEW

Nicholas Hansen

USAF, AFNWC/NIHM

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SENTINEL MISSILE COMPONENTS

UNCLASSIFIFED

UNCLASSIFIFED

Re-entry System

Post Boost Attitude Control Module

Stage 1Stage 2 Stage 3

LEGACY MMIII PAYLOAD TRANSPORTER

UNCLASSIFIFED

RS MAINTENANCE BAY

MK12 RVS

SENTINEL RV FACILITY

UNCLASSIFIFED

RV

Processing Bay 1

PBACM

ProcessingMass

Properties

RV

Processing Bay 2

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AIR FORCE NUCLEAR WEAPONS CENTER

Sentinel Program Re-entry Vehicle Facility (RSRV) Project Number: XUMU222919 Project Program Amount $110M Construction Manager at Risk

Spaceport of the Future Program (SOTF)

Launch Support Infrastructure (ECF, SLC-5, Telecom)

Project Number: XUMU262914 Project Program Amount:

$90.6M Progressive Design-Build

Spaceport of the Future Program (SOTF)

Consolidated Air Traffic Control Tower, Fire Station 41, and Base

Operations (ATCT) Project Number: XUMU063000

Project Program Amount:

$152M

Progressive Design-Build

PROJECTS CONTINUED

SPACEPORT OF THE FUTURE

PROGRAM AND PROJECTS

PRESENTATION

PROJECT BRIEFINGS

Ms. Ainsley Allen

SLD 30 /4th Launch Squadron Chief, Spaceport of the Future (SOTF)

Vandenberg SFB, CA October 22, 2026

UNCLASSIFIED

AGENDA

Background Project List Project Agreements Footprint and Environmental Compliance Project Slides

Environment More than 40 experts on staff, 17 federally protected species; 1500 archaeological sites; 14 ancient Chumash rock art sites; National Historic Landmark SLC 10; DoW’s most corrosive CONUS environment

Missions and Operations

• USSF Spaceport and Launch Operations

• MMIII test operations and Sentinel buildout

• Space Forces – Space (S4S)

• Space Operations (CSPOC)

• USSF Training – Space Delta 1

• MDA/100th Brigade

Infrastructure

• 184 sq miles: largest USSF/ 2nd largest DAF base

• 46 mi coast; 621 mi roads; 2nd longest runway in

DAF (15k ft)

• Over 2,000 buildings

• 53 mi high-power lines; 22 MW Solar Farm

• 4 water wells, treatment plant, 9 pump stations

Guardians and Airmen

• 10K personnel average daily on base

• 54 Mission Partners

• Only wildland fire crew in DoW

• DAF’s 4th largest Security Forces Squadron

Welcome to Space Country, Gateway to the Future

Unique Access to Strategic

Orbits

Economic Impact $6 Billion

Western Range Pillar Point AFS

WROCC

VSFB

N U

M B

E R

O F

LA

U

N C

H E

S 1000

WESTERN RANGE LAUNCH GROWTH

Space Launch Ballistic/Test Aeronautical Total

2026 2027 2028 2029 2030

* Most Potential Estimate

Mission – People – Future

• Position on the California coast enables space and critical national security test missions

• Latitude and longitude maximize launch trajectory options over the Pacific Ocean while minimizing risk to populated areas

• Critical role in the nation’s missile defense strategy by supporting comprehensive tests of the Ground-Based Midcourse Defense System o Ensures the U.S. can interrupt and eliminate potential threats from Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBM)

• Pivotal in nuclear defense system tests; conducted over 300 ICBM tests

• Lead installation for Sentinel system development, enhancing national security through robust nuclear deterrent capabilities

• Conducts hypersonic testing; serves as the only USSF NORAD/NORTHCOM alert base, ensuring rapid response capabilities in homeland defense o Reinforces VSFB’s strategic importance in safeguarding national security

The Pacific Gateway to SpaceSpace Launch Delta 30

Vision Power projection platform for national security space

Mission Secure our nation’s interests through launch, test, and support to our strategic mission partners

Spaceport Functions Infrastructure and Operations Enabling National Security Space Missions

• Payload Processing and Integration

• Vehicle Refurbishment and Testing

• Range Instrumentation

• Security

• Radar

• Specialized Logistics

• Aeronautical Testing

• Telemetry

• Optics

• Command Control

• Data Network and Connectivity

• Area Surveillance

• Weather

• Electrical

• Power

• Water

• Enhanced Communications

• Airport Operations

VSFB SOTF

Infrastructure Projects Map

SOTF is essential to provide assured access to space for the nation.

Continued support is required to keep infrastructure modernization efforts on schedule, driving innovation in the launch and test domains.

Fund and maintain infrastructure to VSFB units and mission partners

Maintain control over strategic assets and operations critical to national defense

Conserve natural resources;

ensure compliance with environmental regulations

• Premier geographic launch location o Existing infrastructure is insufficient to support future launch demands and missions o Planned projects will increase national security with space and launch capability, resiliency, and capacity

• USSF funding is planned through FY28 for projects reflecting national priorities o Complex projects require collaborative efforts for successful execution o Supporting infrastructure needs to accommodate the pace of the mission and growth of capabilities

• Federal priorities in space modernization preserve national security, strengthen the commercial sector, and ensure reliable access to space in years ahead

• Groundwork is in place, momentum is undeniable, and this is only the beginning

• Robust infrastructure strengthens our warfighter’s assured access to space while harnessing commercial ingenuity, advancing VSFB’s position as the spaceport of choice

Space Launch Infrastructure for the 21st Century

Background

• IAW DoW directives, VSFB is transitioning four active FY28 MILCON projects from traditional FAR-based contracting to the new OTA/PDB framework pursuant to 10 U.S.C. § 2808a and Section 2809 of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

• All four projects were terminated for convenience at the ~35% design stage to immediately halt FAR-governed engineering efforts.

• Requirements are being re-solicited under 10 U.S.C. § 2808a (OTA) using the Progressive Design Build (PDB) method.

• Existing project documentation and products shall be provided during solicitation.

This includes but is not limited to: Charette report(s), Design Drawings, Analysis, CAD, GIS, Geotechnical & Hazardous Report, and AF Form 813.

Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB) Projects Agency: USACE, Los Angeles District

• Project Title: Telecommunication Lines South Base to North Base

• NAICS Code: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

• Project Program Amount: $12.4 Million

• Project Title: Improve Road and Infrastructure to Space Launch Complex 5 (SLC5)

• NAICS Code: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

• Project Program Amount: $13.2 Million

• Project Title: South Base Entry Control Facility (ECF)

• NAICS Code: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

• Project Program Amount: $65 Million

• Project Title: Consolidated Air Traffic Control Tower, Fire Station 41, and Base Operations Facility (ATCT)

• NAICS Code: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

• Project Program Amount: $152 Million

Project Agreements

• The projects will be combined and awarded into the following OTA agreements:

• #1. OTA-PDB: Telecom, SLC5 and ECF will be awarded as one agreement.

• #2. OTA-PDB: ATCT will be awarded as one agreement.

• It is NOT the intent to award both agreements to one party.

• Agreements will be awarded to the most qualified candidates.

• Minimum capabilities required include previous experience of projects similar in magnitude and in complexity.

Footprint and Environmental Compliance

• Strict Boundary Constraints (Hard Requirement):

Prime contractors and design-build teams must design and construct strictly within the pre-approved limits of disturbance established in the preliminary design documents and governing AF Form 813.

• Impact of Deviations:

Any unapproved expansion or alignment shift outside the evaluated corridor invalidates the AF Form 813 clearance. Deviations will require a new or supplemental environmental assessment, inevitably resulting in construction work stoppages, multi-month review cycles, and delayed project start dates.

• Contractor Responsibility:

Delays and redesign costs resulting from unauthorized footprint adjustments will be deemed non-excusable and the sole responsibility of the prime contractor.

• Technical Execution Within Boundaries:

Where site constraints or sensitive resources exist, contractors must utilize designated low-impact construction techniques rather than adjusting boundaries (e.g., mandatory Horizontal Directional Drilling [HDD] for telecom/utilities to protect sensitive surface areas).

Upgraded facilities and infrastructure enhance flight operations.

Airfield Control Tower, Fire Station 41, Base Operations Center Project: Construct New Consolidated Airfield Operations Facility

Base Operations Center

• 15,000-foot runway and restricted air space make VSFB desirable to support testing and training

• Modernizing airfield to meet new national security requirements

Planned, New Air Traffic Control Tower, Operations Center and Flightline Fire Station

• Tower designed to see all areas of runway

• Improved runway, lighting, and navigational aids

• Additional aircraft staging capacity to improve operational efficiency and throughput

Project Impacts

• Simultaneous support for multiple users

• Integrated operations center and fire station expands safety and security posture

• Meet mission requirements for space launch and return operations

• Improve airfield logistics and capacity

Airfield Control Tower, Fire Station 41, Base Operations Center Project: Construct New Consolidated airfield Operations Facility

Air Traffic Control Tower

• Base Operations CenterProject Scope

• Construct consolidated Air Traffic Control Tower and Base Operations facility.

• Construct Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF)/Structural satellite fire station.

• Demolition of four (4) buildings, total of 2,432 SM

Execution Method: Progressive Design Build (PDB) via OTA

Design and Construction Agent: USACE SPD

Construction: FY28-30

Programmed Amount: $152M

Primary Facilities

• Control Tower (1,280 SM)

• Base Operations Facility (540 SM)

• Fire Station (1,825 SM)

Supporting Facilities

• Site Preparations

• Aircraft Parking Apron

• Beacon Tower

• Site Improvement – Pavement

• Civil/Mechanical Utilities

• Electrical Utilities

• Demolition (2,432 SM)

South Base Entry Control Facility PROJECT: Construct a Commercial Vehicle Inspection Station (CVIS)

Project Impacts

• Faster in-processing for privately owned, commercial, and large commercial vehicles

• Reduce congestion, improve access & capacity for critical national security missions and commercial space ambitions

• Reduce time for vehicle inspection & driver credential check

• Increase number of commercial and private vehicles accessing VSFB South Base

• Increase parking capacity for anticipated peak load

Execution Method: Progressive Design Build (PDB) via OTAs

Design and Construction Agent: USACE SPD

Construction: FY28-30

Programmed Amount: $65M Secure vehicle access point expedites entry and improves safety

South Base Entry Control Facility PROJECT: Construct a Commercial Vehicle Inspection Station (CVIS)

Project Scope

• Construct vehicle inspection shelter, gatehouse, and overwatch tower

• Install passive & active vehicle barriers with full control systems

• Include roadways, parking, exterior lighting, fire protection systems

• Connect to Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Energy Monitoring & Control

System (EMCS)

• High-performance coatings applied throughout Key Structures

• Gatehouse: Masonry structure with sloped metal roof

• Vehicle Inspection Shelter: 90 ft (L) × 34 ft (W) × 50 ft (H)

• Overwatch Tower: Pre-engineered structure Inspection Lanes

• 4 Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) lanes

• 2 Commercial Vehicle Inspection lanes

• 1 Oversized Load Bypass lane

Primary Facilities

• Access Control Facility (1,100 SM)

• Security Guard Tower

• Mechanical Security Barricades

• Information Systems – Cybersecurity Supporting Facilities

• Site Preparations

• Site Improvement – Pavement

• Site Utilities

• Site Electrical Utilities

• Generator

• Sallyport

Project Impacts

• Establish foundational utility and transportation corridors linking SLC-5 directly to main base infrastructure to support next-generation launch operations

• Transportation routes

• Robust utility grids and high-capacity power lines

• Industrial water systems

• Secure fiber-optic communications

Execution Method: Progressive Design Build (PDB) via OTA

Design and Construction Agent: USACE SPD

Construction: FY28-30

Programmed Amount: $13.2M Enabling next-generation tactical small- and medium-lift launch capabilities

SLC-5

Improve Road and Infrastructure to Space Launch Complex 5 (SLC-5)

SLC-5

Improve Road and Infrastructure to Space Launch Complex 5 (SLC-5)

Project Scope

• Improve Coast Rd to Surf Rd — full existing width (6" HMA / 12"

Class 2 base / 12" compacted native)

• New 24' road + 4' paved shoulders from Surf Rd to SLC-5

• Tap existing Surf Rd water line; install new 12" water line along

Delphy Rd to SLC-5

• New (2) 4" conc. encased ductbank from HH 730 AD (Coast Rd) to SLC-5

• New 12.47 kV UG primary from existing pole (SE Coast/Delphy) to SLC-5 demarcation point

• Remove fiber spans crossing Delphy Rd on SL1& SL2

• Replace 4 poles (both sides of Delphy); relocate KL dist. pole

~15' south; replace 2 adjacent poles (3 total)

Primary Facilities

• Road (14,600 SM)

• Water Distribution Line, Potable (667 M)

• Telephone duct Facility (1,500 M)

• Primary Distribution Line, Underground

(1500 M)

• Primary Distribution Line, Overhead (975

M) Supporting Facilities

• Environmental Monitor

• UXO Monitor

Resilient communications to increase launch and landing capacity

• Communications and Data

• Renovation and Construction

Project impacts

• Establishes conveyance between existing North and South

VSFB communication hubs to increase resiliency and modernize commercial networks

• New connection points will expand engagement opportunity, increasing capacity and potential internet service providers for commercial communications

• Facilitates launch cadence and stakeholder operations by providing comm access where the future Mission Development Zone will host both mission operations support and administrative facilities for launch service providers

Telecommunication Lines South to North Base

• Communications and Data

• Renovation and Construction

Telecommunication Lines South to North Base

Project Scope

• Install 6,050 meters of underground duct along 13th St from

Bldg 6601 to existing POP North of Santa Ynez River

• Four 4” conduits inside 18” borehole w/ conduit spacer

• Expected depth of HDD will be 15 feet below ground surface along the alignment due to existing utilities

• Estimated 17 handholes to be installed for access to accommodate future development along 13th Street Execution Method: Progressive Design Build (PDB) via OTA Design and Construction Agent: USACE SPD Construction: FY28-30 Programmed Amount: $12.4M

Primary Facilities

• Telecommunications conduits (6,050 M)

Project Requirements

• Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)

• Required to maintain compliance with 813 and reduce impacts to env areas

• 813 under 30CES/CEIE review, CATEX expected

• Biological / UXO monitoring required

• Potential cultural resource consultation

• IRP Site SA280 near Bldg. 6601

• 35% Design Drawings, Analysis, CAD, GIS, Geotechnical & Hazardous Report, and 813

• Shall be provided during solicitation

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