USSF COMSATCOM Forecast to Industry Future Requirements Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026 (May 2025)
ID: FA2541-25-009Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2541 SSC COMRCL SVS OFC SSC CMKCHANTILLY, VA, 20151, USA

NAICS

Satellite Telecommunications (517410)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/54c656c11dd74d3eb951b8b58865fddd/view
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Space Force (USSF) is preparing to issue Requests for Proposals (RFP) for Commercial Satellite Communications (COMSATCOM) services for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The anticipated procurement will focus on three primary service categories: COMSATCOM Transponded Capacity (CTC), COMSATCOM Subscription Services (CSS), and Complex Commercial SATCOM Solutions (CS3), which are essential for supporting military operations through satellite bandwidth leasing and custom solutions. The projected lifecycle values for these contracts range from under $300,000 to approximately $905 million, with specific projects including Ku Band and C Band bandwidth for range testing and high-throughput services for data applications. Interested parties should note that the timeline for anticipated RFQ releases is from June to December 2025, with awards expected in late 2025 and early 2026. For further inquiries, contact John Seacrist at john.seacrist@spaceforce.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Seacrist
    john.seacrist@spaceforce.mil
    Files
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    USSF CSCO FY25-26 Projections (May 2025 Post).pdf
    The United States Space Force (USSF) Commercial Satellite Communications Office (CSCO) issued a memorandum detailing anticipated Requests for Proposals (RFP) for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 regarding satellite communication services. The forecast covers three primary service categories: COMSATCOM Transponded Capacity (CTC), COMSATCOM Subscription Services (CSS), and Complex Commercial SATCOM Solutions (CS3). These services include satellite bandwidth leasing, fixed and mobile services billed per usage, and custom satellite solutions for the Department of Defense. Key identified requirements include contracts for various services to support military operations across several regions, with projected lifecycle values ranging from under $300,000 to up to $905 million. Specific upcoming projects include Ku Band and C Band bandwidth for range testing, high-throughput services for data applications, and dedicated capabilities for intelligence and emergency operations. The timeline for anticipated RFQ releases spans from June to December 2025, with award dates set for the latter part of 2025 and early 2026, reflecting a structured procurement approach and ongoing support for mission-critical satellite communication needs.
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