# Space Force Prototypes Space Tracking Software

The U.S. Space Force is developing a prototype software environment by fall 2026 to fuse commercial and military space tracking data. This initiative aims to enhance space domain awareness and improve support for space control operations by integrating commercial data more effectively into operational systems. The effort reflects a strategic push to improve timeliness and accuracy in monitoring space objects and debris, which is critical for situational awareness and targeting capabilities.

- The prototype development is led by U.S. Space Force's Mission Delta 2, emphasizing operational support improvements.
- Procurement professionals should anticipate opportunities related to software development, data integration, and space domain awareness technologies.
- Contractors with expertise in space situational awareness, data fusion, and commercial space data services may find emerging business prospects.
- This initiative signals increased collaboration between military and commercial space sectors, influencing future contracting strategies and requirements.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** September 18, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Space Force (USSF)
- U.S. Space Command (SPACECOM)

### Key Quotes
> Our number one priority right now is: How do we improve support to space control operations?
> — Col. Barry Croker, Commander, Mission Delta 2

### Sources
- [Space Force to prototype new software to fuse commercial, military space tracking data - Breaking Defense](https://breakingdefense.com/2026/09/space-force-to-prototype-new-software-to-fuse-commercial-military-space-tracking-data) - Breaking Defense