Kymeta Prescription for the 1st Combat Communications (1 CBCS)
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 has issued a Special Notice indicating its Notice of Intent to Award a Sole-Source Contract to Kymeta Corporation. This contract is for the provision of Kymeta Osprey u8 terminals and associated services to the 1st Combat Communications Squadron (1 CBCS) at Ramstein, Germany. The purpose is to ensure critical "on the move" communication and broadband capabilities. The government is seeking responses from other interested parties to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a one-year contract to support the 1 CBCS's warfighting function by providing continuous network connectivity in rugged conditions. The contract includes:
- Ten (10) Kymeta Osprey u8 terminals: These versatile and ruggedized terminals offer multi-orbit, multi-network broadband access via unique embedded technology.
- One-year service agreement: This includes a total of 3TB/year combined LEO and GEO satellite bandwidth, with specific data rates for each orbit. LTE capability requires a local mini SIM, and the plan allows for up to 5 terminals to be pooled.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source
- Product Service Code: 7G22 (Hardware And Software For Dedicated Satellite And Rf (Microwave) Communications Equipment...)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 11:00 AM Z
- Published: March 26, 2026
- Place of Performance: Ramstein, Germany
Evaluation
This notice serves as market research. The 700th Contracting Squadron will review responses to determine if any other sources can meet the requirement, thereby warranting a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete is at the government's discretion.
Additional Notes
The 1 CBCS has successfully utilized Kymeta's solutions over the past year, requiring reliable, high-bandwidth communication in diverse terrains across Europe and Africa. Interested parties should contact Svetlana Allendorf (Svetlana.Allendorf.ru@us.af.mil, 011496315366885) for specific questions.