Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) SLD 45
ID: FA2521-23-S-C001Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2521 45 CONS LGCPATRICK SFB, FL, 32925-3237, USA

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Other Scientific and Technical Consulting ServicesT (54169)

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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)

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https://sam.gov/opp/abe34a331b5d4e28a5894a329d3f1a95/view
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    The Department of Defense (DEPT OF DEFENSE) is seeking commercial solutions for the Eastern Range (SLD 45) and Western Range (SLD 30) at Patrick AFB, FL (place_of_performance_city, place_of_performance_state). This Commercial Solution Opening (CSO) is authorized by Department of Defense (DoD) Class Deviation (CD) 2022-O0007. The purpose of this CSO is to acquire innovative commercial items, technologies, and services that fulfill requirements, close capability gaps, or provide potential technology advancements for the USSF mission capabilities. The USSF intends to obtain "innovative" solutions or potential new capabilities that enhance or streamline their mission capabilities. This CSO will remain open for Calls indefinitely with an annual update and can result in the award of FAR Part 12 Contracts or Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) under 10 USC 4002 and 4003. The Government reserves the right to award all, part, or none of the proposals received. Specific instructions, dates, times, Areas of Interest (AOIs), evaluation criteria, and proposal instructions will be provided in each Call issued under this CSO. The Calls will be announced on SAM.gov and other media platforms. The Government is not obligated to make any awards as a result of this CSO and/or Calls issued under this CSO, and all awards are subject to the availability of funds and successful negotiations.

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    CSO FA2521-23-S-C001_FA4610-23-S-C001.pdf
    CSO FA2521-23-S-C001_FA4610-23-S-C001 (1).pdf
    The United States Space Force (USSF) is offering a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) for the acquisition of innovative commercial items, technologies, and services to enhance USSF mission capabilities. This CSO allows for the issuance of Calls, which may result in the award of contracts or Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) under specific criteria. Offerors must adhere to the CSO requirements and individual Calls will contain additional instructions and evaluation criteria. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and acceptance of credit card payments are necessary for participation.
    CSO FA252123SC001_ FA461023SC001.pdf
    The United States Space Force is seeking innovative commercial solutions for potential new capabilities to enhance mission capabilities. This solicitation allows for the submission of proposals in response to specific Calls, which may result in the award of contracts or Other Transaction Agreements. The Government reserves the right to award all, part, or none of the proposals received.
    CSO FA252124SC001 - FA461024SC003.docx
    The United States Space Force (USSF) is offering a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) which allows for the competitive awarding of contracts for innovative commercial items, technologies, and services. The CSO will remain open for Calls indefinitely, with specific instructions and evaluation criteria for potential offerors. The government reserves the right to award all, part, or none of the proposals received.
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