Deployable Attritable Optical Systems
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 U.S. Space Force (USSF), Space Systems Command (SSC), intends to award a sole-source Single Award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to PlaneWave Instruments for Deployable Attritable Optical Systems. This action is mandated by statute under the Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies (APFIT) Program, authorized by Section 804 of the FY2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
This is a pre-solicitation synopsis, not a request for competitive proposals. However, responsible sources may submit capability statements for consideration for future requirements. Capability statements are due 15 calendar days after the publication date of March 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
The IDIQ contract will provide Deployable Attritable Optical Systems in support of SSC's mission.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Single Award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)
- Proposed Contractor: PlaneWave Instruments, Adrian, MI
- Set-Aside: N/A – Sole Source authorized by Statute (APFIT Program)
- Capability Statement Due: April 1, 2026 (15 calendar days after March 17, 2026 publication)
- Published: March 17, 2026
Evaluation
This acquisition is being conducted as a sole-source action pursuant to statutory requirements under the APFIT program, which exempts it from full and open competition requirements. The Government intends to award directly to PlaneWave Instruments following a merit-based selection by the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research & Engineering (OUSW (R&E)).
Additional Notes
Following this 15-day notice, a Request for Proposal (RFP) will be issued directly to PlaneWave Instruments for evaluation. To foster future competition, the Government will monitor the market via Requests for Information (RFIs). This synopsis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for competitive proposals.