Industry Day Announcement for the Protected Tactical Waveform (PTW) Joint Hub Variant

SOL #: FA8807-PTWJHV-IND-001Special Notice

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA8807 MIL COMM AND PNT SSC/CGK
EL SEGUNDO, CA, 90245-2808, United States

Place of Performance

CA

NAICS

All Other Telecommunications (517810)

PSC

National Defense R&D Services; Atomic Energy Defense Activities; Experimental Development (AC23)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Apr 27, 2026
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Action Date
May 26, 2026, 11:00 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 Space Systems Command (SSC), on behalf of the Satellite Communications and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (SCPNT) Portfolio Acquisition Executive, is hosting an Industry Day for the Protected Tactical Waveform (PTW) Joint Hub Variant (JHV). This event aims to assess industry capability to develop, produce, and field a JHV ground hub for worldwide military operations, with initial fielding anticipated in 2029. The Industry Day will inform the Government’s acquisition strategy and technical requirements. Registration and one-on-one session requests are due by 1600 PT, Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Purpose & Objectives

This Industry Day serves as a follow-on to a March 2026 Request for Information (RFI), focusing on market research for the PTW JHV ground hub. The Government intends to:

  • Provide an overview of the PTW JHV acquisition approach.
  • Share initial technical requirements via a Bidders Library.
  • Obtain industry feedback on requirements and acquisition strategy.

Event Details

  • Dates: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 (0830–1700 PT) and Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (0830–1700 PT).
  • Location: KBR MSEIT Facility, 300 N. PCH, Suite 2000, El Segundo, CA 90245.
  • Format: Government presentation (June 2, 0830–1200 PT) followed by one-on-one sessions with industry.
  • Classification: Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
  • Attendance: In-person only; virtual participation is not accommodated.

Participation & Registration

  • Eligibility: Limited to U.S. Citizens only due to sensitive information. Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Attendees: Companies capable of producing a PTW JHV or executing a prime contract. Each company is limited to three attendees.
  • Registration Deadline: 1600 PT, Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
  • Registration Method: Via the provided online link (https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/3b36jPNS2Y) or by emailing the Contracting Officer, Scott Lucas, and Contract Specialists, Heather Ayres and William Chan, with the subject "PTW JHV Industry Day Registration." Include full name, company, email, and citizenship.
  • One-on-One Sessions: Qualified prime contractor teams (including sub-contractors) may request one 60-minute session. Requests are due by 1600 PT, Tuesday, May 26, 2026, via email to the same contacts with the subject "PTW JHV Industry Day One-on-One Request."

Additional Information

This is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The Government will not reimburse costs. Federal Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I), and Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) contractors will be present. All inquiries must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer, Scott Lucas (scott.lucas.1@spaceforce.mil), with a courtesy copy to Heather Ayres (heather.ayres@spaceforce.mil) and William Chan (william.chan.5@spaceforce.mil).

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