Commercial and Military Satellite Communications Operations Support (COSMOS)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force, specifically FA2518 USSF SPOC/SAIO, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Commercial and Military Satellite Communications Operations Support (COSMOS). This opportunity, identified by Solicitation Number FA251826RP002, seeks to acquire services for the operation of electronic and communications facilities, likely involving an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract structure based on attached PWS documents. The place of performance is Colorado Springs, CO.
Scope of Work
The COSMOS effort focuses on providing comprehensive operations support for commercial and military satellite communications. While specific details are in the RFP documents, the Product Service Code M1BG indicates services related to the operation of electronic and communications facilities. Attachments suggest an IDIQ with initial task orders (e.g., TO 1 Phase-In, TO 2 Speritus PWS).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFP)
- Solicitation Number: FA251826RP002
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product Service Code: M1BG (Operation Of Electronic And Communications Facilities)
- Published Date: March 13, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: May 1, 2026, at 5:00 PM Z
Accessing RFP Documents & Submission
Interested vendors must have a current and approved DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) on file to view the RFP documents. To gain access, submit your DD Form 2345 to the listed Points of Contact and concurrently request access via the "Attachments/Links" section on SAM.gov. Proposals must be submitted through the Solicitation Module within the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) system. Refer to Section L, Attachment 8, and Attachment 9 of the RFP for detailed instructions.
Points of Contact
- Stephanie Tancik: stephanie.tancik.1@spaceforce.mil
- Carol Rogers: carol.rogers.3@spaceforce.mil
- Alex Bragado: alexander.bragado@spaceforce.mil, 720-847-0656