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 / USSF SPOC/SAIO has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Commercial and Military Satellite Communications Operations Support (COSMOS). This opportunity, identified as Solicitation Number FA251826RP002, seeks support for the operation of electronic and communications facilities. Proposals are due by May 1, 2026, at 5:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the Operation of Electronic and Communications Facilities (PSC M1BG), specifically focusing on commercial and military satellite communications operations support. The place of performance is Colorado Springs, CO.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Proposal (RFP)
- Solicitation Number: FA251826RP002
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: May 1, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 16, 2026
Accessing RFP & Proposal Submission
Interested vendors must have a current and approved DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) on file to access the RFP documents. To gain access, submit the 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 electronically through the Solicitation Module within the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) system. Detailed instructions for PIEE submission are provided in Section L, Attachment 8, and Attachment 9 of the RFP.
Additional Notes
Pre-Proposal Conference slides and a Final RFP Q&A template have been posted. While the Q&A document is available, the provided summary indicates it currently contains no specific questions or answers, thus having no immediate impact on the solicitation's requirements.