Commercial Satellite Communications (COMSATCOM) for USSOCOM J6
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 United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify industry capabilities for a comprehensive, global, end-to-end Commercial Satellite Communications (COMSATCOM) solution. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP). Responses are due by March 30, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. EST.
Scope of Work
USSOCOM requires a robust, flexible, and resilient COMSATCOM infrastructure to support global Special Operations Forces (SOF) for command-and-control (C2), intelligence dissemination, and operational support. The desired solution encompasses:
- Global Satellite Space Segment: Access across various frequency bands, including Legacy UHF channels (EUCOM, AFRICOM, Middle East, Pacific), with capabilities for Airborne ISR (AISR) and Communications on the Move (COTM) platforms, and EMI/RFI mitigation.
- Commercial Media Port Services: Ownership or contractual access to global media ports with physical security, power redundancy, network diversity, and touch maintenance support.
- Terrestrial Backhaul Connectivity: Architecture of terrestrial core networks, global Points of Presence (PoPs), GEO/MEO/LEO SaaS interconnections, and network management.
- Operational and Management Support: Including cleared personnel (TS/SCI), 24/7 Network Operations Center (NOC) and helpdesk, and experience with iDirect/ViaSat/TDMA/SCPC technologies.
- Security: Company security programs, personnel vetting, DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) experience, and secure communications (SIPRNET, STE/VoSIP).
- End-to-End Solution Management: Experience as a Prime Contractor, project management, configuration management, quality assurance, and rapid service activation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified (open to all companies, large or small)
- Questions Due: March 16, 2026, by 09:00 A.M. EDT
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, by 12:00 P.M. EST
- Published: February 23, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research to identify potential, capable sources. This RFI does not obligate the Government to issue a future solicitation or pay for response costs.
Submission Guidelines
Responses should be in a white paper format, not exceeding 15 pages (excluding attachments), single-spaced, 12-point type, with 1-inch margins. Email submissions are limited to 5 MB. Refer to the "USSOCOM J6 COMSATCOM RFI Final 260302" attachment for complete instructions.