Delta 8 10 SOPS OS COMET License Maintenance Sources Sought
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, FA2550 50 CONS PKP (Delta 8 10 SOPS) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for OS/COMET software license maintenance. This requirement supports the Naval Satellite Operations Center (10 SOPS) and its Integrated Satellite Control System (ISCS) for Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) operations. The government has identified Peraton Inc. as the sole source provider due to proprietary rights. This is market research only; no quotes are being requested at this time. Responses are due April 21, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive software maintenance of the OS/COMETTM system. This includes:
- Support for all existing OS/COMET software installations and licensing.
- Provision of software patches, upgrades, new version releases, and licensing files for all 10 SOPS satellite constellations, networks, and software installations.
- Delivery of software via media (CD, DVD) and licensing files/emergency patches via email.
- Technical support via telephone, email, and potentially on-site for emergency issues.
- Provision of standard manufacturer drawings, technical documentation, manuals, and software.
- Coverage for OS/COMET site licenses for ISCS and MUOS systems, including specific license types and controlled satellites (FLTSAT, UFO, MUOS).
- Contractor responsibility for packing and shipping materials to Point Mugu, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Anticipated Contract Type (if awarded sole source): Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Five one-year periods, from July 15, 2026, through July 14, 2031 (base year + four option years).
- Place of Performance: Primarily Point Mugu, CA, with coverage extending to Laguna Peak, CA; Detachment Alpha, ME; Detachment Charlie, Guam; and Detachment Delta, CO.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage).
- Response Due: April 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
- Published: April 9, 2026.
Evaluation & Response Requirements
This is a market research effort to determine potential competition. Interested parties are requested to respond to the following questions:
- Can your company dispute the sole source claim that OS/COMET software and maintenance can only be supplied by Peraton Inc.? If so, specify the brand and how it bypasses the restriction, supplying a software list if necessary.
- Would your company be interested and capable of supplying a quote if the government solicits for this requirement?
- If so, is your company a small business? If yes, what type of small business? Provide your SAM.gov UEI.
Additional Notes
The attached Draft Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) states that Peraton Corporation is the sole Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with proprietary rights to the OS/COMET software and its source code. Failure to obtain this maintenance would jeopardize the operational status of the ISCS and satellite constellations. Responses should be sent to Kade Allen (kade.allen@spaceforce.mil) and Marion Shinholster (marion.shinholster@spaceforce.mil).