Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture Tranche 3 Tracking Layer (T3TRK)
Contract Opportunity Analysis
The Department of Defense, through the Space Development Agency (SDA), is soliciting proposals for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture Tranche 3 Tracking Layer (T3TRK) project, aimed at enhancing missile detection and tracking capabilities. This initiative involves the prototyping of at least 54 space vehicles equipped with infrared sensors, designed to provide global, persistent tracking of conventional and advanced missile threats, including hypersonic systems. The T3TRK project is critical for advancing the United States' defense capabilities, with an anticipated operational readiness date for the first satellites set for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2029. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by May 22, 2025, with contract awards expected by October 15, 2025; inquiries can be directed to ussf.pentagon.sda.mbx.ps-25-02@mail.mil.