Solicitation: National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Innovative Technology & Engineering – Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR)

Amendment 0001 to solicitation FA255326RB001, effective April 6, 2026, incorporates updates from questions and answers published April 3, 2026. Key changes include modifications to Attachments 6 (Section L) and 7 (Section M), both dated April 3, 2026. Crucially, the contract type for CLINs 0001 and 1001 has changed from Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) to Firm-Fixed Price (FFP). This amendment also adds several FAR clauses related to Changes-Fixed-Price. The total maximum dollar value for all orders under this solicitation remains $981,000,000.00, shared among all awardees. The anticipated ordering period is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031, with an option to extend for five additional years. Furthermore, the document incorporates DFARS 252.204-7021, mandating Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (Self) or higher for contractors and subcontractors handling controlled unclassified information (CUI) or federal contract information (FCI).

The National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Innovative Technology & Engineering - Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR) Capability Development solicitation (FA2553-26-R-B001) outlines instructions for multiple-award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Proposals are due by April 17, 2026, 1200 MDT, submitted electronically via DoD SAFE. The solicitation specifies proposal organization into three volumes: Executive Summary, Technical Factor, and Contract Documentation. Key technical requirements include a minimum Top Secret facility clearance with TS/SCI accreditation, and NIST SP 800-37 and NIST SP 800-53 certifications. Offerors must also submit two Qualifying Relevant Projects (QRPs) demonstrating experience as a prime contractor in space system (vehicle or payload) and ground system development and integration within the last ten years. Contract documentation requires a company cover letter with organizational details, completion of Standard Form 33, an Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) analysis, and, if applicable, Space Contractor Responsibility Watch List (CRWL) documentation. The NAICS code for this effort is 541715 with a 1,000-employee size standard. Mr. Seneca Alvarado is the sole point of contact.

The National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Innovative Technology & Engineering - Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR) Capability Development Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) solicitation (FA2553-26-R-B001) outlines the evaluation factors for awarding multiple IDIQ contracts. The source selection process adheres to Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) 15.103-4 and 15.2, supplemented by DoD Source Selection Procedures. Proposals will undergo a gated technical evaluation, beginning with a Security Compliance Review (Subfactor 1) requiring a TOP SECRET facility clearance and accreditation for TS/SCI work, along with the ability to perform cybersecurity and RMF work per NIST SP 800-37 and 800-53. Failure to pass this gate will result in proposal rejection. The second subfactor, Qualifying Relevant Projects (QRPs), requires demonstration of two projects: a Space System QRP involving system development and integration for a space vehicle/payload (100kg+, 1-year design life, sensing capabilities, TT&C) and a Ground System QRP demonstrating development, integration, testing, and operational support of ground system software for spacecraft C2, both with at least six months of continuous prime contractor performance within the last ten years. Volume III covers contract documentation, including Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) mitigation plans and contractor responsibility, which are crucial for award eligibility. The government reserves the right to award without discussions and will use AI tools to assist human evaluators.

This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Innovative Technology & Engineering - Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR) - Capability Development Multiple Award (MA) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The solicitation, FA255326RB001, issued by the Space Force, outlines a maximum shared value of $981,000,000.00 among all awardees. The contract includes a base ordering period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031, with an optional five-year extension until June 30, 2036. Various contract types, including Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), and others, will be utilized at the task/delivery order level. Key requirements include adherence to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (Self) and specific instructions for electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). The document also details clauses related to subcontracts, allowable costs, and incentive fees, emphasizing compliance with federal acquisition regulations and cybersecurity standards.

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) is soliciting proposals for the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Innovative Technology & Engineering – Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR) Capability Development Multiple Award (MA) Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract. This contract aims to support the Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) and System Delta 81 (SYD 81) missions by designing, developing, integrating, testing, and sustaining advanced space-based and ground-based systems for full-spectrum test and training. The IDIQ has a five-year ordering period with an optional five-year extension. Contractors will be responsible for program management, systems engineering, space and ground systems development and sustainment, enterprise and range enhancements, and special studies. Key requirements include leveraging digital engineering, DevSecOps principles, and maintaining a Top Secret//Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS//SCI) accredited facility with a current Level 2 Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Contractors must cooperate with Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) like The Aerospace Corporation for technical support.

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The NITE-STAR Capability Development IDIQ Solicitation #FA255326RB001, Attachment 3, outlines a comprehensive set of compliance and reference documents essential for federal government RFPs. These documents cover various critical areas, including Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), program protection, range safety, security categorization, personnel and industrial security, cybersecurity, and risk management frameworks. Key references include CNSSD 505 for SCRM, AFPAM 63-113 for program protection, and AFSPCMAN 91-710 for range safety. Security aspects are detailed in CNSSI 1253, DoD 5200.2R, DoD 5220.22-M (NISPOM), and DoDI 8500.01 for cybersecurity. The solicitation also emphasizes architectural frameworks (DoD Arch V2.02), cloud computing security (DoD CC SRG), and SAP policy (DoDD 5205.07). Workforce management is addressed by DoDD 8140.01 and DoDM 8140.03. Acquisition and engineering are guided by DoDI 5000.02, IEEE 15288.1, and ISO EIA 15288. NIST Special Publications (e.g., 800-30, 800-37, 800-53, 800-160, 800-171) provide detailed guidance on risk assessment, RMF, security controls, system security engineering, and protecting controlled unclassified information. This extensive list ensures adherence to robust standards across all project phases.

The NITE-STAR Capability Development Multiple Award (MA) Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract (FA255326RB001) outlines ordering procedures for supporting the OTTI Program Executive Officer and other space test and training stakeholders. This centralized IDIQ, managed by SSC SYD 81/TIK, is not mandatory. An initial $10,000 task order (TO) for a Post Award Kickoff Conference will be awarded, contributing to a shared maximum contract value of $981,000,000 across all awardees. Subsequent TOs/DOs will follow FAR 16.507, requiring a Fair Opportunity Proposal Request (FOPR) to all prime contractors, unless an exception applies. Selection methods may include best-value tradeoff or lowest price technically acceptable, with criteria specified in each FOPR. The ordering period spans five years with an optional five-year extension, and task order performance can extend up to one year beyond the optional period. The government plans to utilize various contract types, including Firm-Fixed Price, Cost Plus Incentive Fee, and Cost Reimbursable, as described in FAR Part 16. Small business participation goals will be determined for each order, with subcontracting plans required from prime contractors if applicable.

The NITE-STAR Capability Development IDIQ's Attachment 5 outlines the government's procedures for

This document, "SECTION L – INSTRUCTIONS, CONDITIONS AND NOTICES TO OFFERORS," outlines the proposal submission requirements for the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Innovative Technology & Engineering - Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR) Capability Development Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Basic Contract (Solicitation #FA255326RB001). The solicitation seeks multiple-award IDIQ contracts for capability development. Offerors must submit proposals electronically via DoD SAFE by April 17, 2026, organized into three volumes: Executive Summary, Technical Factor, and Contract Documentation. Key requirements include demonstrating a Top Secret facility clearance and TS/SCI accreditation, NIST SP 800-37 and 800-53 certifications, and evidence of two Qualifying Relevant Projects (QRPs) for space and ground system development. Proposals must also include comprehensive contract documentation, an Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) analysis, and address any Space Contractor Responsibility Watch List (CRWL) inclusion. Oral communications are prohibited, with all inquiries and submissions routed through designated electronic channels.

The National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Innovative Technology & Engineering - Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR) Capability Development Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) solicitation (FA2553-26-R-B001) outlines the evaluation factors for awarding multiple IDIQ contracts. The government intends to award contracts to all

The NITE-STAR Capability Development IDIQ, Solicitation #FA255326RB001, requires offerors to submit an Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) Mitigation Plan if actual or potential OCI issues are identified. This plan, an attachment to any resulting contract, must adhere to FAR 9.5, DFARS 209.5, and DAFFARS 5309.5, and include a completed OCI Checklist. The plan must detail corporate commitment to OCI avoidance, the business unit's corporate structure, and organizational charts. It mandates OCI training for all personnel, outlining frequency, documentation, and disciplinary actions for non-compliance. The plan must also describe how OCI processes are overseen and audited, and provide a detailed description of identified OCI situations and proposed mitigation techniques. Subcontractors and teammates must either commit to the prime contractor's plan or submit their own. The document emphasizes timely notification to the Contracting Officer regarding changes, new OCI situations, or violations.

The National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Innovative Technology & Engineering – Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR) Capability Development Multiple Award (MA) Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract supports the U.S. Space Force's Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) and System Delta 81 (SYD 81) missions. This IDIQ aims to provide interconnected, scalable, and distributed live/physical and synthetic/digital ranges for full-spectrum space test and training, enabling the development and validation of joint warfighting solutions. Task Order 01 initiates the NITE-STAR IDIQ with a Post Award Kickoff Conference in Colorado Springs, CO, within 30 days of contract award. Each contractor will receive a $10,000 firm-fixed-price task order for participation. Contractors must submit presentation materials three business days prior and provide kickoff meeting minutes. The conference will include team introductions, organizational charts, and an overview of capabilities, processes, and management approaches to support the IDIQ requirements, along with suggestions for future task orders.

The document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) form (DD Form 1423-1) used in government contracting to specify data deliverables. It details a single data item, likely for meeting minutes, to be submitted in contractor format. The form outlines requirements such as the data item number, title, contract reference, requiring office, frequency of submission (e.g., three business days after a meeting), and distribution instructions, which include delivering one copy via email. The document also includes instructions for completing the form, burden estimates for public reporting, and directs respondents to send completed forms to the Government Issuing Contracting Officer.

The document,

The NITE-STAR Capability Development IDIQ solicitation outlines mandatory eligibility requirements for offerors, primarily focusing on security compliance and relevant project experience. Offerors must possess a Top Secret (TS) facility clearance (FCL) and a TS/SCI accredited facility at the time of proposal submission; pending clearances or co-utilization agreements are not acceptable. Each offeror must submit two Qualifying Relevant Projects (QRPs) as the prime contractor—one for a space system and one for a ground system—demonstrating system development, integration, manufacturing of the vehicle/payload, and mission operations within the past ten years. Both QRPs must meet specific technical attributes, including a space vehicle mass of at least 100kg and specific sensing capabilities. The government will use AI to assist human evaluators, applying consistent prompts and processes across all proposals. While general teaming is allowed at the task order level, QRPs must reflect the prime offeror's direct experience. Classified information is not accepted in proposals, and most detailed requirements for specific capabilities, tools, and processes will be determined at the task order level.