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 solicitation, identified as FA251826RP002, seeks services for the operation of electronic and communications facilities in Colorado Springs, CO. An Amendment 0001 was released on April 13, 2026, providing updated solicitation files and Q&A. Proposals are due by May 1, 2026, at 5:00 PM MT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity, categorized under Product Service Code M1BG (Operation Of Electronic And Communications Facilities), focuses on providing comprehensive support for commercial and military satellite communications operations. Key documents like "Attachment 2 - TO 1 Phase-In PWS v4.0 (0001).pdf" and "Attachment 3 - CUI TO 2 Speritus PWS v4.0 (0001).pdf" detail the specific performance work statements for Task Orders 1 and 2, indicating a multi-faceted requirement for operational support.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Proposal (RFP)
- Solicitation Number: FA251826RP002
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: May 1, 2026, 5:00 PM MT
- Published Date: April 13, 2026 (Amendment 0001)
- Place of Performance: Colorado Springs, CO
Access and Submission Requirements
Interested offerors must have a current and approved DD Form 2345 (Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement) to access the RFP documents. Access requests should be submitted to the listed Points of Contact and concurrently via the "Attachments/Links" section on SAM.gov. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) system's Solicitation Module. Refer to Section L, Attachment 8, and Attachment 9 of the RFP for detailed PIEE instructions. Offerors must also access the Bidder's Library under the related notice, COSMOS RFI 1, for all necessary documentation.
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