SAM #FA2541-26-008

USSF CSCO FY26-27 Satellite Communications Services Forecast – Ku/Ka Band, Iridium Equipment, MGEO, and Secure Networks

This notice from the US Space Force Commercial Satellite Communications Office (CSCO) provides industry with a forecast of anticipated satellite communications service contracts for fiscal years 2026-2027. - Multiple competitive procurements are expected, covering: - Transponded Ku-band capacity (466 MHz across 2-4 satellites) - Managed Ku and Ka-band bandwidth services for global airborne ISR operations - Iridium-certified equipment provisioning, activation, and 24/7 helpdesk support - Global secure enterprise communication services with zero-fail requirements - Maneuverable geosynchronous orbit (MGEO) satellite services including spacecraft support, launch, and user equipment - Ku-Band Spread Spectrum network services for the 55th Electronic Combat Group - Estimated contract values range from $2M to $900M - Contract terms vary: 1-year base with up to four 1-year options for most, one with a 5-year base plus five 1-year options, and some with 6-month extension options - No specific vendors or OEMs are named, but Iridium and Viasat are referenced for certain services - The forecast is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or award - Effective dates for contracts range from February to April 2027

Description

The United States Space Force (USSF) Commercial Satellite Communications (COMSATCOM) Office, or CSCO, presents the following information to industry for preparation of potential Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs). All information outlined within is subject to change and based on known near-term competitive requirements for the subsequent 12 months. This document is current as of September 8, 2026.

No feedback or response is requested, this information is provided to industry for planning purposes only.

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