Commercial Foundation Request for Information

The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Commercial Systems Program Office has issued a Request for Information seeking industry input regarding commercial data providers' capabilities for Foundation, Geodesy, and Mapping products. This Special Notice, posted on July 24, 2025, solicits information from the commercial remote sensing industry about their current and future capabilities to task, collect, process, and deliver specialized products that meet National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency requirements. The notice represents the NRO's effort to assess the U.S. commercial remote sensing industrial base and understand available capabilities from existing commercial providers. The opportunity does not include any set-aside provisions and is classified as a Special Notice rather than a solicitation for contract awards.

The primary objective of this RFI is to evaluate both current and projected 2030-era capabilities within the commercial remote sensing sector for Foundation products specifically. Interested contractors must respond by August 5, 2025, providing information about their ability to task, collect, process, and deliver the specified products and services. The notice references additional classified details available through the NRO's classified ARC system, suggesting that comprehensive participation may require appropriate security clearances or access credentials. While the notice does not explicitly state eligibility criteria, it targets existing commercial providers within the U.S. remote sensing industrial base. This information-gathering initiative appears designed to inform future procurement strategies and assess market capabilities rather than award immediate contracts.