SDA Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) - Systems, Technologies, and Emerging Capabilities (STEC) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
ID: FA240125S0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2401 SPACE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY SDACHANTILLY, VA, 20151-2222, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE - MILITARY; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC13)
Timeline
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    Posted Jan 15, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 27, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 14, 2026, 5:00 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Space Development Agency (SDA), is soliciting proposals for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) under the Systems, Technologies, and Emerging Capabilities (STEC) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). The SDA seeks innovative architecture concepts, systems, and technologies that will enhance military capabilities and address emerging warfighter needs, particularly focusing on advanced target custody, missile tracking, and the transition of ground segment capabilities. This initiative is crucial for developing next-generation military solutions that support U.S. national security objectives in a competitive global environment. Interested parties are encouraged to submit executive summaries by February 28, 2025, for the U.S. "Iron Dome" architecture studies and by April 14, 2025, for the PWSA Ground Segment studies, with further details available through the provided contact email: ussf.pentagon.sda.mbx.fa-250125s-0001@mail.mil.

Point(s) of Contact
ussf.pentagon.sda.mbx.fa-250125s-0001@mail.mil
ussf.pentagon.sda.mbx.fa-250125s-0001@mail.mil
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Mar 27, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a timeline and framework for the PWSA Ground Segment & BMC3 Segments project, including various phases such as studies, proposal submissions, and contract awards. Key milestones include the call for executive summaries from March to April 2025, deadlines for letters of interest by April 2025, and full proposal submissions by May 2025. The document details multiple reviews, including Interim Progress Reviews and Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), scheduled from mid-2025 to early 2027. It highlights the transition of existing applications, the finalization of framework integration, and development for the PWSA Enterprise Application Factory by mid-2026. Additionally, it discusses a call for custody capabilities and network management services. This structured timeline serves to coordinate extensive activities focused on the development and integration of mission applications and services, ensuring informed decision-making and progress tracking towards the project's completion deadlines and operational readiness. Overall, the purpose is to streamline processes for both federal and state proposals and execute systematic project management aligned with the PWSA's objectives.
Mar 27, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a comprehensive framework for federal and state projects related to advanced technological capabilities for mission operations. It categorizes key services such as cross-domain solutions, encryptors, and enterprise services that support mission planning, data management, and ground segment operations. Various components are identified, notably the mission data processing (MDP), ground resource management (GRM), and user interface frameworks, which are critical for efficient system logging and archival of mission data. The text emphasizes both vendor-specific and vendor-agnostic services that ensure interoperability and flexibility in resource management. Additionally, it mentions various performance and capability assessments related to mission data users and tasking authorities, highlighting the need for robust network management and anomaly resolution protocols. Overall, the document serves as a reference for potential vendors to understand the requirements for responding to requests for proposals (RFPs) and grants, fostering enhanced collaboration and innovation in government mission support.
The Space Development Agency (SDA) is seeking executive summaries in response to the Systems, Technologies, and Emerging Capabilities (STEC) Broad Agency Announcement for a study to transition the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) Ground Segment (GS) and Battle Management, Command, Control, and Communications (BMC3) software Application Factory (AppFac). This initiative, aimed at enhancing military capabilities through a resilient space-based architecture, invites proposals that explore the integration of new technologies using Modular Open Systems Architecture (MOSA) principles. The study will focus on the transition strategy, including technical analyses, logistical challenges, and risk assessments needed to evolve the existing infrastructure to a new ecosystem that supports both common and customized applications. Proposals should outline approaches for system integration, including backward compatibility strategies, the implementation of DevSecOps practices, and effective monitoring of machine learning models within development processes. The SDA is particularly interested in leveraging commercial technologies and extending the current BMC3 AppFac into a broader PWSA AppFac environment. Key deliverables include technology recommendations, transition strategies, and operational compliance plans, all aimed at ensuring the successful adaptation of ground segment capabilities per the defined timelines. Submission deadlines and format guidelines are explicitly outlined to streamline the proposal process.
Feb 11, 2025, 11:08 PM UTC
The Space Development Agency (SDA) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA), seeking innovative systems and technologies to enhance military capabilities. This announcement aims to address emerging warfighter needs through a resilient space architecture comprising multiple capability layers, including data transport, battle management, tracking, custody, and navigation. The SDA is soliciting executive summaries and proposals from qualified entities, including federally funded research centers and government entities, with multiple awards anticipated. Key focus areas include efficient data transport, advanced position/navigation/timing (PNT) technologies, target custody, and global battle management frameworks. Proposals will be evaluated based on operational merit, relevance to mission, cost realism, proposed schedules, and proposer capabilities. Interested parties should note submission deadlines and follow strict organizational and conflict of interest guidelines. This initiative emphasizes rapid technology development to ensure timely delivery of capabilities for joint military forces.
Mar 27, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The Space Development Agency (SDA) issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) to solicit proposals for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) Systems, Technologies, and Emerging Capabilities. This initiative aims to advance military capabilities through the development of new architecture concepts across several focus areas, including efficient data transport, advanced positioning and navigation, and enhanced tracking and targeting systems. The effort seeks to integrate next-generation capabilities to support U.S. national security objectives in a competitive global environment. Anticipated awards will be either procurement contracts or Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), with multiple awards expected based on proposal quality and relevance. Eligible applicants include government entities, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers, and private sector organizations. Proposals should detail their innovative approaches, technical feasibility, and potential impact on military operations, with a strong emphasis on timely development to address current warfighter needs. The BAA outlines submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and application processes, emphasizing collaboration and rapid technology deployment to maintain U.S. military superiority in space operations.
The Space Development Agency (SDA) has issued a Call for Executive Summaries under its Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) initiative, specifically highlighting studies regarding a U.S. "Iron Dome" architecture aimed at missile defense. This initiative focuses on enhancing capabilities for advanced target custody and missile tracking as detailed in Broad Agency Announcement FA240125S0001. The studies, lasting 60 days, will explore various aspects such as high-fidelity modeling of PWSA in defense scenarios, optimizing sensor capabilities, secure supply chain analysis, and integrating satellite operations. The studies will deliver critical findings, including capability definitions, system requirements, operational concepts, and implementation timelines, contributing to U.S. missile defense strategies. Submissions must comply with specified guidelines and are encouraged to include innovative concepts related to the Iron Dome architecture, with an expected submission deadline of February 28, 2025. The SDA is not soliciting proposals but seeks to perform market research to inform future capability acquisitions, emphasizing collaboration with key government stakeholders in defense. This call represents an integral step towards bolstering national security through progressive space-based solutions.
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