SDA Battle Management Mission Applications (Program BAA)
ID: FA240124S0002Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2401 SPACE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY SDACHANTILLY, VA, 20151-2222, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC13)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3371097c489144c89f883e115b9e4f1f/view
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    The U.S. Space Development Agency (SDA) is issuing a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) to procure innovative software applications to enhance situational awareness and decision-making capabilities for military space operations. The focus is on developing containerized applications for the Battle Management Command, Control, and Communications (BMC3) module of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) system in Low Earth Orbit.
    The solicitation seeks cutting-edge solutions from vendors for several key areas, including BMC3 management, power and resource optimization, and cybersecurity, with an emphasis on near-real-time performance and proactive measures. Vendors are invited to submit White Papers for initial review, leading to potential invitations for full proposals. The agency prioritizes rapid deployment, encouraging bidders to propose schedules accordingly.
    Important deadlines include the submission of White Papers by June 19th, 2024, and Proposals by May 19th, 2025. The SDA reserves the right to issue amendments and extend deadlines, with selections made based on technical merit, mission relevance, and available funding. Contact ussf.pentagon.sda.mbx.FA240124S0002@mail.mil for more information.

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    ussf.pentagon.sda.mbx.FA240124S0002@mail.mil.
    ussf.pentagon.sda.mbx.FA240124S0002@mail.mil.
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    BMC3 BAA QA_Update 1 Aug 24.pdf
    The SDA's Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) allows for the procurement of "Applications" and is open to considering licensing agreements for proprietary software if required. The agency will not execute Associate Contractor Agreements (ACAs) but will provide guidelines to contractors, ensuring necessary information sharing and IP protection post-delivery. While there will be no formal Q&A session, questions of general interest will be shared on SAM.gov, and the period of performance for projects will be determined during the contracting process, not restricted to the application submission deadline.
    BMC3 BAA QA_Update 12 Aug 24.pdf
    The FA2401S0002 Q&A document outlines various inquiries received regarding the contract, including access to vendor enclaves, testing requirements, and proposal submissions. Key points include that vendors will dictate their enclave policies, SDA expects HITL testing for applications, and that submissions should be made via specific email guidelines. Additionally, while the SDA is open to proposals for future capabilities, they do not guarantee review prior to potential BAA amendments.
    BMC3 BAA QA_Update 25 July 24.pdf
    The 19 May 2025 date is the closing date for white papers and proposals, not the period of performance, which will depend on the proposal's schedule. SDA allows for both FAR-based contracts and OTAs, does not specify a contract type, and acceptance criteria should be proposed by the offerors. Future areas of interest in development will be considered case-by-case and may lead to amendments, but there is no guarantee that proposals submitted for future areas will be reviewed before these amendments are made.
    BMC3 BAA QA.pdf
    The document outlines a Q&A session regarding the FA240124S0002 solicitation, clarifying that use cases for applications providing real-time satellite databases are in scope, as are automated scheduling tools for network optimization. It also indicates that the SDA is open to receiving whitepapers on future areas of interest during the current BAA submission period, although there is uncertainty about whether these will be included in amendments or separate BAAs after the current one closes. The SDA intends to foster innovation while managing focus areas responsive to evolving needs.
    FA240124S0002_Amd 0001.pdf
    The Space Development Agency's Broad Agency Announcement (SDA BAA) outlines opportunities for developing applications related to Battle Management Mission Applications within the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA). It identifies five focus areas including BMC3 Management, Power and Resource Management, Link 16 Integration, Automated Network Management, and Cybersecurity, while encouraging submissions of White Papers and Proposals from a range of eligible entities including federally funded research institutions and international participants. Prospective offerors must adhere to specific submission guidelines and evaluation criteria, including technical merit and cost realism, in order to support innovations that enhance military capabilities in low Earth orbit operations.
    FA240124S0002_Amd 0002.pdf
    The Space Development Agency (SDA) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Battle Management Mission Applications to enhance the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. The announcement outlines focus areas for application development, eligibility criteria for applicants, detailed submission guidelines for White Papers and Proposals, and the evaluation process for submissions. SDA aims to integrate next-generation military space capabilities to bolster the U.S. military's technological advantage through a systematic development approach involving phased satellite deployments and software modernization practices.
    FA240124S0002.pdf
    The Space Development Agency (SDA) has released a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) targeting the development of applications for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) to enhance military capabilities and decision-making through advanced Battle Management Command, Control, and Communications (BMC3) technologies. The BAA outlines five primary focus areas, solicits White Papers and Proposals, details eligibility criteria for applicants, and establishes evaluation criteria for assessing submissions. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit proposals that address specific operational needs and demonstrate innovation aligned with SDA's mission, with White Papers due by June 19, 2024.
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