Enhanced Mobile Satellite Service (EMSS) Airtime Requirement

SOL #: FA2541-26-002Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA2541 SSC COMRCL SVS OFC SSC CMK

CHANTILLY, VA, 20151, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Satellite Telecommunications (517410)

PSC

Telecom Access And Other Usage Billing Services. Includes Satellite Communications Access, Internet, Cellular Services, Landline And Telephone Services. Transport Services For Data And Voice Network Circuits And Associated Access Facilities And Services; Includes Dedicated And Virtual Data Networks. (DG11)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5a3c026588d146ba9b04e4f2617f47af/view

Timeline

Posted

Jan 20, 2026

Last Updated

Feb 9, 2026

Response Deadline

Feb 20, 2026, 5:00 PM

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, under the DEPT OF DEFENSE, is conducting market research for an Enhanced Mobile Satellite Service (EMSS) Airtime Requirement. This effort aims to establish a contract vehicle providing worldwide commercial satellite communication (COMSATCOM) services to the U.S. military and partners for EMSS needs. The government seeks information to ensure fair and reasonable pricing for a future award. Responses are due February 20, 2026.

Scope of Work

This initiative seeks to create a contract vehicle for providing worldwide commercial satellite communication (COMSATCOM) services. These services will fulfill Enhanced Mobile Satellite Services (EMSS) requirements and capabilities for the United States military and other partners.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
Anticipated Performance Period: One-year base period with four one-year options, starting September 2026.
Set-Aside: None specified
Response Due: February 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET
Published: January 20, 2026

Evaluation

Responses will be used to conduct market research to ensure that a contemplated future award is priced fairly and reasonably.

Additional Notes

Interested parties should review the three attachments: RFI Letter, Performance Work Statement (Draft), and EMSS Partial Approved Product List (APL). This is a market research effort and does not guarantee a future solicitation.