Industry Day RESILIENT MEO MISSILE WARNING AND TRACKING (RMMWT) GROUND MANAGEMENT AND INTEGRATION (GMI) (MEG O&I)
ID: FA8810-25-RFI-GMIType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8810 SPACE SENSING SSC/SNKEL SEGUNDO, CA, 90245-2808, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEFENSE-RELATED ACTIVITIES; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC33)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified contractors for the Resilient MEO Missile Warning and Tracking (RMMWT) Ground Management and Integration (GMI) program. This initiative aims to manage and integrate ground system capabilities for missile tracking satellites, focusing on evolving the Missile Operations Center and enhancing Ground Entry Point (GEP) capabilities, while ensuring adherence to cybersecurity standards and facilitating collaboration among multiple contractors. The program encompasses two operational epochs, with Epoch 1 launching satellites in 2026 and 2028, and Epoch 2 potentially expanding procurement further. Interested contractors must submit a Statement of Capability (SOC) by February 27, 2025, detailing their relevant experience and qualifications, and can direct inquiries to Capt David Kirkland at david.kirkland.9@spaceforce.mil or Ms. Leslie Semerena at leslie.semerena@spaceforce.mil.

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    The Resilient MEO Missile Warning and Tracking (RMMWT) Program seeks contractor support for the management and integration of ground system capabilities for missile tracking satellites. This program has two operational epochs: Epoch 1, which entails two satellite planes planned for launch in 2026 and 2028, and Epoch 2, with potential for further procurement. The government is searching for contractors skilled in evolving the Missile Operations Center, integrating software systems, and enhancing Ground Entry Point (GEP) capabilities, alongside cybersecurity and cloud-based services. Respondents must submit a Statement of Capability (SOC) detailing relevant experience, particularly in software development, systems integration, and facility management. A focus is placed on supporting both existing operations and future expansions, emphasizing the necessity of cybersecurity adherence and collaboration with multiple contractors. The SOC must be submitted by February 27, 2025, and must include contractor details and a summary of qualifications. This Sources Sought Synopsis serves as preliminary market research and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or guarantee future contracts. Contractors interested must register under appropriate business classifications, with a strong encouragement for small and disadvantaged businesses to respond.
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