Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture Tranche 3 Program Integrator Presolicitation notice
ID: SDA-SN-25-0005Type: Presolicitation
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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f5d1b18e31fc4aaba3d51f50663daa99/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Space Development Agency (SDA), is preparing to issue a request for proposal (RFP) for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture Tranche 3 Program Integrator (T3PI). This acquisition aims to provide system engineering and integration support for the delivery of Tranche 3 Space Vehicle layers, focusing on enterprise architecture analysis, program requirements assessment, and integration management among other engineering support activities. The T3PI initiative is crucial for enhancing space capabilities for warfighters by integrating advanced technologies with existing ground, space, and user segments. Interested bidders should note that the final RFP is expected to be released on December 13, 2024, with proposals due by January 31, 2025, and an award announcement planned for April 30, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Angelita M. Lawrence at angelita.m.lawrence.ctr@mail.mil.

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    angelita.m.lawrence.ctr@mail.mil
    angelita.m.lawrence.ctr@mail.mil
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    SDA-SN-25-0005 T3PI presolicitation notice.pdf
    The Space Development Agency (SDA) will soon issue a request for proposal (RFP) for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture, Tranche 3 Program Integration (T3PI). This acquisition focuses on system engineering and integration support for delivering Tranche 3 Space Vehicle layers and their integration with existing ground, space, and user segments. Key scope areas include enterprise architecture analysis, program requirements assessment, integration management, and various engineering support activities. The final RFP is expected to be released on December 13, 2024, with proposal submissions due by January 31, 2025, and an award announcement on April 30, 2025. The anticipated contract line item numbers (CLINs) include development and integration, travel, and various support services, with awarded contracts planned to commence on May 1, 2025, and run through April 30, 2030. Bidders are advised to monitor SAM.GOV for updates regarding the RFP release. Overall, the T3PI acquisition is part of the SDA's broader efforts to enhance space capabilities for warfighters through advanced technology integrations.
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