# Space Force Crafts Satellite Communications Integration Contract

The U.S. Space Force is initiating a procurement process to award a potential five-year contract for a system integrator to support its enterprise satellite communications management platform. This contract focuses on technical integration and operational execution to enhance satellite mission planning, resource management, and interoperability with other government systems. Industry participants are invited to submit video responses by the end of October through the Platform One Solutions Marketplace, signaling an opportunity for contractors specializing in satellite communications and systems integration to engage early in this strategic program.

- This contract excludes core application development, emphasizing integration and operational support, which may influence the scope of technical proposals.
- Procurement professionals should note the use of video responses as part of the submission process, indicating a non-traditional approach to vendor engagement.
- Companies with expertise in satellite communications, mission planning, and government systems integration should consider preparing tailored responses to align with the Space Force's operational needs.
- The contract's potential five-year duration suggests a sustained opportunity for contractors to support evolving satellite communications capabilities within the Space Force.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** September 21, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Space Force

### Sources
- [Space Force starts to craft satellite communications integration contract - Washington Technology](https://www.washingtontechnology.com/contracts/2026/09/space-force-starts-craft-satellite-communications-integration-contract/416108) - Washington Technology