Space Weather Observations Antenna Network Commercial Services
ID: RFI-SWO-SANCommercialSvcs-2025Type: Sources Sought
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COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAASILVER SPRING, MD, 20910, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/0790079f061c4015a54746ae282addea/view
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    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking information from vendors regarding the provision of Ground Station as a Service (GSaaS) to support its Space Weather Observations (SWO) program. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights on vendor capabilities for low latency telemetry and tracking services for two significant missions: the Space Weather Follow On – L1 (SWFO-L1) satellite launching in 2025 and the dual-satellite Space Weather Observations at L1 (SOL) mission planned for launches in 2029 and 2032. These services are crucial for ensuring uninterrupted tracking and data acquisition for satellites operating beyond the range of NOAA's current facilities, thereby enhancing monitoring of space weather phenomena that can impact daily life and national security. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses electronically by February 2025, and for further inquiries, they may contact Suzanna Espinoza at Suzanna.Espinoza@noaa.gov or by phone at 301-628-1343.

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    Suzanna Espinoza
    (301) 628-1343
    Suzanna.Espinoza@noaa.gov
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    SAN Commercial Services Request for Information_22JAN2025.pdf
    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to collect data on vendor capabilities for providing commercial Ground Station as a Service (GSaaS) connected to its Space Weather Observations (SWO). The RFI aims to gather insights for upcoming Requests for Proposals (RFP) related to low latency telemetry and tracking services for two critical missions: SWFO-L1, launching in 2025, and the dual-satellite SOL mission, planned for 2029 and 2032. NOAA seeks uninterrupted tracking and data acquisition when satellites are beyond the range of its current facilities. Respondents are asked to provide detailed information on their capabilities, including station locations, projected performance, and resource contingencies. The document outlines specific requirements regarding X-band telemetry and S-band tracking, security compliance, and operational availability. It also emphasizes that interested parties should submit responses electronically by February 2025. This RFI serves as a preliminary step for NOAA to inform future procurement strategies while ensuring that contractors comply with federal security standards. The ultimate goal is to facilitate enhanced monitoring and data collection for space weather phenomena impacting both daily life and national security.
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