SAM #Satellite_Communication_Augmentation_Resource_(SCAR)_Increment_1

The United States Space Force (USSF) is seeking industry input on satellite communication antenna systems for the SCAR Increment 1 program. - Government Buyer: - United States Space Force (USSF), Department of the Air Force - FA2548 SPC RPD CPBLTS OFFC SPC RCO - Located at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in this notice - Products/Services Requested: - Information on currently deployed satellite communication antenna systems - Focus on systems with high-gain, low-latency, and reliable communication capabilities - No part numbers or purchase quantities specified - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Respondents must submit a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to access Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) attachments via DoD SAFE - Systems must be mature, available, and suitable for current and future USSF programs - Compliance with CUI handling procedures is required

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT announcement, to be used to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities and qualifications of various members of industry. This is intended to further the Government’s understanding of industry capabilities to assist with acquisition planning purposes. Additionally, this does not restrict the Government to a particular acquisition approach. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION FOR PROPOSALS AND NO CONTRACT WILL BE AWARDED FROM THIS NOTICE. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice nor for any follow-up information requests. Responses to this notice will not be returned and no further feedback will be provided. Non-response to this Sources Sought may preclude future participation in any further events or solicitation for Increment 1.

The Attachment for this posting are marked as CUI and will be part of the Bidder's Library. They must be sent to interested vendors via the DoD SAFE website (https://safe.apps.mil). Respondents will be required to submit a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)  before being provided a DoD SAFE drop off email and passphrase allowing access and pick-up.

Respondents submitting proprietary or business sensitive information bear sole responsibility for the information for appropriate safeguarding.

Summary of Requrement

The United States Space Force (USSF) is seeking information from industry on currently deployed satellite communication antenna systems that can provide high-gain, low-latency, and reliable communication services for various applications. The purpose of this notice is to assess the current state of system technology, maturity, and availability to inform current and future USSF Programs.  The system requirements captured here describe the first of several anticipated Increments for the Satellite Communication Augmentation Resource (SCAR) Program. USSF will execute additional industry engagements for future SCAR Increments. 

Contracting Points of Contact:

Respondents shall submit their responses in electronic format to lee.mutschler@spaceforce.mil and erica.talley.2.ctr@spaceforce.mil.  Email is preferable, however, you may utilize the DoD SAFE website (https://safe.apps.mil) to submit your response. If using DoD SAFE for submission, you must request a drop off code from the POCs identified above and below no later than three days before the response deadline. SAFE will no longer allow you to submit your response without a drop off code.

PCO: Lee Mutschler, CORE, SIC

Unclassified e-mail: lee.mutschler@spaceforce.mil

Unclassified Phone: 505-853-0769

CS: Erica Talley, CORE

Unclassified e-mail: erica.talley.2.ctr@spaceforce.mil

Unclassified Phone: 505-853-0625