Protected Tactical SATCOM - Global (PTS-G) Draft RFP
ID: FA880725X000XPTSG-dRFPType: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8807 MIL COMM AND PNT SSC/CGKEL SEGUNDO, CA, 90245-2808, USA

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Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (336414)

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SPACE VEHICLES (1555)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking industry feedback on the Draft Request for Proposal (dRFP) for the Protected Tactical SATCOM - Global (PTS-G) Space Production Vehicles, which includes Operations and Maintenance. This opportunity aims to gather insights from potential vendors to refine the RFP, focusing on aspects such as Statements of Work (SOWs), cybersecurity requirements, and technical specifications that may impact development costs and schedules. The PTS-G initiative is crucial for enhancing tactical satellite communications capabilities, ensuring secure and reliable operations for military applications. Interested parties must submit their comments using the Comment Resolution Matrix format by September 11, 2024, at 1600 PDT, and can direct inquiries to Alejandro Capristan at ssc.cgtc.workflow@spaceforce.mil.

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