United States Space Force Operational Test & Training Infrastructure (OTTI) Satellite Communications Services Contract (CTC0388) Request for Information/Sources Sought

The United States Space Force Operational Test & Training Infrastructure (OTTI) Program Executive Office is seeking commercial satellite communication services to support Delta 11 testing and evaluation activities through the Department of the Air Force. The procurement requires Ku and C Band transponded bandwidth to provide satellite communications coverage for the Continental United States (CONUS) and Hawaii. Vendors must demonstrate capability to provide a minimum of 144 MHz Ku-band and 72 MHz C-band non-preemptible satellite bandwidth, along with comprehensive support services including network monitoring, fault management, electromagnetic interference resolution, and information assurance. The government is conducting this Request for Information/Sources Sought to gather industry feedback and assess market capabilities before releasing a formal solicitation. Responses to the RFI must be submitted by July 9, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, with capability statements limited to 15 pages and separate responses to technical questions having no page limit restrictions.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations and no incumbent contractors are identified in the available documentation. The anticipated contract structure includes a 12-month base period with two six-month option periods, with performance expected to begin November 1, 2025. The contract will include options for activating additional bandwidth for emergent and contingency missions, with surge support capabilities not exceeding 30% of the total quoted contract price. Technical requirements specify minimum satellite coverage parameters including specific look angles, uplink G/T ratios, and EIRP footprints for both frequency bands. The contractor must also provide a Link Budget Tool for the entire contract duration and maintain monthly status reporting throughout the performance period.