SpaceX Starshield Aero Terminal Installation
ID: 70Z025RFI931002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDHQ CONTRACT OPERATIONS (CG-912)(000WASHINGTON, DC, 20593, USA

NAICS

Aircraft Manufacturing (336411)

PSC

MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (K016)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/62aaae394d484f199562f894f9a18c9a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the United States Coast Guard (USCG), is seeking qualified vendors to install a SpaceX Starshield Aero Terminal on its C-37A aircraft by June 1, 2025. The installation must comply with Nextant Aerospace's Supplemental Type Certificate and integrate seamlessly with existing communications systems, necessitating modifications to current antennas and network topology to facilitate communication with Starlink and Starshield constellations. This initiative aims to enhance the USCG's command and control capabilities through advanced satellite communication technology while adhering to FAA regulations and ensuring airworthiness. Interested vendors must submit detailed capability statements, including company information, relevant certifications, Rough Order of Magnitude pricing, and expected availability to the designated USCG contacts, Jennifer McMahon and Matthew L. Wallace.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer McMahon
    (206) 836-4105
    Jennifer.D.McMahon@uscg.mil
    Matthew L. Wallace
    matthew.l.wallace@uscg.mil
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    Starshield Installation Sources Sought.pdf
    The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a Sources Sought notification seeking capability statements from vendors qualified to install the SpaceX Starshield Aero Terminal on USCG’s C-37A aircraft by June 1, 2025. The installation must adhere to Nextant Aerospace's Supplemental Type Certificate and integrate with existing communications systems. This document clarifies that this is not a Request for Proposal and no funding is available for response preparations. Vendors must be FAA Part 145 certified and possess capabilities for hardware acquisition, installation, and system integration. This involves modifications to existing antennas and network topology to enable communication with Starlink and Starshield constellations. The integration must comply with FAA regulations, ensuring all necessary documentation is provided. Interested vendors should submit a detailed capability statement including their company information and relevant certifications to specified USCG contacts. The submission should also include a Rough Order of Magnitude pricing and expected availability. This initiative demonstrates USCG's intent to enhance its command and control capabilities through advanced satellite communication technology, while ensuring strict adherence to aviation standards and airworthiness.
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