United States Army AISR Satellite Communications Services

The United States Space Force Space Systems Command Commercial Service Office is seeking commercial satellite communication (COMSATCOM) services for a United States Army Global 6500 aircraft through the Army AISR Satellite Communications Services Contract. The requirement involves providing Ka-band satellite connectivity across three operational areas: NORTHCOM (including CONUS, Hawaii, and Alaska), EUCOM (covering various European countries), and INDOPACOM (specific ocean and sea regions). The target data rate specification is 20 megabits per second bidirectional, utilizing existing aircraft equipment including a Thinkom Thinair GT 2517 Ka and Mil-Ka antenna with a Hughes HM400 modem. Vendors must demonstrate satellite beam capabilities, data rate performance, equipment compatibility, and comprehensive technical support services. The initial response deadline was August 1, 2025, but has been extended to September 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, with vendor responses limited to 30 pages addressing detailed technical capability questions. The government intends to use GSA as the primary contract vehicle but remains open to alternative procurement methods.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified contractors. No current incumbents or contractors are specifically identified in the solicitation documents. The anticipated contract structure includes a 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods, beginning July 1, 2026, for a total potential duration of five years. Specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the pre-solicitation materials. The requirement involves providing continuous satellite connectivity for a single Global 6500 aircraft operating globally across the specified geographic regions. Regional bandwidth requirements vary, with CONUS and EUCOM areas requiring Committed Information Rate (CIR) of 15 x 15 Mbps and Maximum Information Rate (MIR) of 20 x 20 Mbps, while Alaska has lower requirements of CIR 5 x 10 Mbps and MIR 10 x 15 Mbps.