Sources Sought for ASCOT 7, Sonomarc, and VADAAR2
ID: FA251725SS2025Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2517 21 CONS BLDG 350PETERSON SFB, CO, 80914-1117, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - IT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DF01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2f31c3ae93074dc6bb4e146fb20b774a/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 17, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Space Force's 21st Contracting Squadron, is conducting a market research inquiry to identify potential sources for software products related to military operations, specifically for the ASCOT 7, VADAAR2, and Sonomarc programs. The procurement seeks responses from authorized resellers or distributors capable of providing various software modules and equipment, with specific part numbers and quantities outlined in the attached documentation. This initiative underscores the importance of these software solutions in supporting military readiness and space operations. Interested vendors must respond by January 17, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Kaela Reed at kaela.reed@spaceforce.mil or Brittney Rosenbaum at brittney.rosenbaum@spaceforce.mil for further information.

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Jan 8, 2025, 11:05 PM UTC
The U.S. Space Force, through the 21st Contracting Squadron, is conducting a market research inquiry to identify potential sources for various software products related to military operations. This Sources Sought Announcement, dated 8 January 2025, specifies the need for equipment such as VADAAR2 Stream and several ASCOT 7 software modules, with precise part numbers and quantities listed for each item. The announcement seeks responses from authorized resellers or distributors, encouraging submissions that detail if respondents meet small business criteria under NAICS Code 513210 – Software Publishers, and if they can provide required products by a specified deadline. Vendors are asked to provide information regarding their capabilities, potential issues, and any suitable alternatives to the specified products. This effort is purely for informational purposes and does not constitute an official solicitation. Interested parties must respond by 17 January 2025, highlighting the Space Force's commitment to effective market engagement and acquisition planning to support military readiness and space operations.
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