Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Satellite Operations and International Partners Support (SATOPS) II
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- SATOPSII2025
- Agency
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Air Force Space Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 541330 Engineering Services
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Space Command is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Satellite Operations and International Partners Support (SATOPS) II services. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify sources capable of supporting operational MILSATCOM systems across various international agreements, with a focus on certification of technical and operational performance of terminals and modems. The contract will support the United States Space Force Combat Forces Command (CFC) and Delta 8 Satellite Communications functions, involving advisory and assistance services for multiple satellite systems including Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS), Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS), Global Broadcast Service (GBS), and others. Key evaluation criteria include the team's background in military satellite communications, engineering test and performance verification expertise, experience with international partnerships under the Foreign Military Sales program, and knowledge of specific satellite communication systems. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on March 4, 2025, with responses due by March 28, 2025.
The opportunity is not designated for any specific set-aside, indicating it is open to a broad range of qualified contractors. While no incumbent contractors are specifically named, the contract will require Top Secret/SCI clearance and involves extensive international partner coordination with Australia, Canada, NATO, and Japan. The primary work location will be Peterson Space Force Base, with potential travel requirements. The contract encompasses eight major task areas, including program management, quality assurance, terminal and modem certification, and support for various international memorandums of understanding. Contractors will need to demonstrate extensive technical capabilities in strategic planning, policy development, and integration of Wideband SATCOM systems within the broader Department of Defense ecosystem. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 541330 for Engineering Services and PSC code R428 for Professional Support services.
Notice text
3 versions
Update #3 · Latest ·
Edited 19 March 2025 to allow additional responses until 28 March 2025.
Edited 5 March 2025 to upload the draft Performance Work Statement. Additionally, all interested parties should submit capability statements.
This is a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice.
Provide operational Military SATCOM (MILSATCOM) systems support under various international agreements to include the certification of technical and operational performance of terminals and modems operating on MILSATCOM systems. Support the integration, implementation, and operations of current and emerging International Partner capabilities to meet U.S. and International requirements.
Provide Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to support the United States Space Force Combat Forces Command (CFC) and Delta 8 Satellite Communications (SATCOM) functions, inclusive of staff action officer responsibilities, such as responding to United States Space Command (USSPACECOM), Space 4 Space (S4S), Combat Forces Command (CFC) and Delta 8 requests for action or information, coordination of information and objectives; as well as, completion of tasks designated by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
Support to the CFC and Delta 8, Wideband Consolidated-SATCOM System Expert (WB C-SSE) mission and Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS), Global Broadcast Service (GBS) and Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS) SSE missions. This TO will also require support to the Delta 8 Narrowband C-SSE mission and MUOS Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA), Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Ultra-High Frequency Follow-On (UFO), and Fleet SATCOM (FLTSAT) SSE missions.
Some of the requirements include:
- Program Management and Quality Assurance Support
- Wideband Consolidated-SATCOM System Expert Support to Terminal and Modem Certifications
- Future International Agreements Support
- International Agreements Support toU.S.-Australia Wideband Global SATCOM and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Wideband E&I Terminal and Modem Performance Certification Support and Services for Australia
- International Agreements Support to WGS Multilateral MOU
- Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches - MultiLateral MOU International Partners
- International Agreements Support to NSS6G (NATO SATCOM) MOU
- Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches – NATO Military SATCOM Services 6th Generation MOU
- International Agreements Support to CanadianMUOS FMS Case
- NB C-SSE Support to Canadian MUOS FMS Case
- International Agreement Support toU.S.-Japanese WGS Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches – JPN MOU
In addition, the Government is seeking responses to the following questions:
- What is your team's in-depth background and documented past performance in the field of military satellite communications?
- What is your team's expertise and background in the area of engineering test and performance verification?
- Has your team worked with international partnerships within the bounds specified by the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA)?
- What is your team’s knowledge/experience with WSOMS, DSCS, WGS, and GBS?
- Does your team have any knowledge/experience with strategic planning, policy, or integration of Wideband SATCOM systems within the broader DoD ecosystem?
Update #2 ·
Edited 5 March 2025 to upload the draft Performance Work Statement. Additionally, all interested parties should submit capability statements.
This is a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice.
Provide operational Military SATCOM (MILSATCOM) systems support under various international agreements to include the certification of technical and operational performance of terminals and modems operating on MILSATCOM systems. Support the integration, implementation, and operations of current and emerging International Partner capabilities to meet U.S. and International requirements.
Provide Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to support the United States Space Force Combat Forces Command (CFC) and Delta 8 Satellite Communications (SATCOM) functions, inclusive of staff action officer responsibilities, such as responding to United States Space Command (USSPACECOM), Space 4 Space (S4S), Combat Forces Command (CFC) and Delta 8 requests for action or information, coordination of information and objectives; as well as, completion of tasks designated by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
Support to the CFC and Delta 8, Wideband Consolidated-SATCOM System Expert (WB C-SSE) mission and Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS), Global Broadcast Service (GBS) and Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS) SSE missions. This TO will also require support to the Delta 8 Narrowband C-SSE mission and MUOS Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA), Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Ultra-High Frequency Follow-On (UFO), and Fleet SATCOM (FLTSAT) SSE missions.
Some of the requirements include:
- Program Management and Quality Assurance Support
- Wideband Consolidated-SATCOM System Expert Support to Terminal and Modem Certifications
- Future International Agreements Support
- International Agreements Support toU.S.-Australia Wideband Global SATCOM and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Wideband E&I Terminal and Modem Performance Certification Support and Services for Australia
- International Agreements Support to WGS Multilateral MOU
- Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches - MultiLateral MOU International Partners
- International Agreements Support to NSS6G (NATO SATCOM) MOU
- Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches – NATO Military SATCOM Services 6th Generation MOU
- International Agreements Support to CanadianMUOS FMS Case
- NB C-SSE Support to Canadian MUOS FMS Case
- International Agreement Support toU.S.-Japanese WGS Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches – JPN MOU
In addition, the Government is seeking responses to the following questions:
- What is your team's in-depth background and documented past performance in the field of military satellite communications?
- What is your team's expertise and background in the area of engineering test and performance verification?
- Has your team worked with international partnerships within the bounds specified by the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA)?
- What is your team’s knowledge/experience with WSOMS, DSCS, WGS, and GBS?
- Does your team have any knowledge/experience with strategic planning, policy, or integration of Wideband SATCOM systems within the broader DoD ecosystem?
Update #1 ·
This is a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice.
Provide operational Military SATCOM (MILSATCOM) systems support under various international agreements to include the certification of technical and operational performance of terminals and modems operating on MILSATCOM systems. Support the integration, implementation, and operations of current and emerging International Partner capabilities to meet U.S. and International requirements.
Provide Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to support the United States Space Force Combat Forces Command (CFC) and Delta 8 Satellite Communications (SATCOM) functions, inclusive of staff action officer responsibilities, such as responding to United States Space Command (USSPACECOM), Space 4 Space (S4S), Combat Forces Command (CFC) and Delta 8 requests for action or information, coordination of information and objectives; as well as, completion of tasks designated by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
Support to the CFC and Delta 8, Wideband Consolidated-SATCOM System Expert (WB C-SSE) mission and Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS), Global Broadcast Service (GBS) and Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS) SSE missions. This TO will also require support to the Delta 8 Narrowband C-SSE mission and MUOS Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA), Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Ultra-High Frequency Follow-On (UFO), and Fleet SATCOM (FLTSAT) SSE missions.
Some of the requirements include:
- Program Management and Quality Assurance Support
- Wideband Consolidated-SATCOM System Expert Support to Terminal and Modem Certifications
- Future International Agreements Support
- International Agreements Support toU.S.-Australia Wideband Global SATCOM and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Wideband E&I Terminal and Modem Performance Certification Support and Services for Australia
- International Agreements Support to WGS Multilateral MOU
- Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches - MultiLateral MOU International Partners
- International Agreements Support to NSS6G (NATO SATCOM) MOU
- Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches – NATO Military SATCOM Services 6th Generation MOU
- International Agreements Support to CanadianMUOS FMS Case
- NB C-SSE Support to Canadian MUOS FMS Case
- International Agreement Support toU.S.-Japanese WGS Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Support Services to WB C-SSE Operations and Plans Branches – JPN MOU
In addition, the Government is seeking responses to the following questions:
- What is your team's in-depth background and documented past performance in the field of military satellite communications?
- What is your team's expertise and background in the area of engineering test and performance verification?
- Has your team worked with international partnerships within the bounds specified by the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA)?
- What is your team’s knowledge/experience with WSOMS, DSCS, WGS, and GBS?
- Does your team have any knowledge/experience with strategic planning, policy, or integration of Wideband SATCOM systems within the broader DoD ecosystem?
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| SATOPS II PWS Draft_16Jan2025.docx | DOCX document |
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