NEXT-GENERATION OVERHEAD PERSISTENT INFRARED (NEXT-GEN OPIR) SOFTWARE DEPOT ACTIVATION GAP ANALYSIS
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 an Award Notice for the Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (Next-Gen OPIR) Software Depot Activation Gap Analysis. This notice pertains to the Next-Gen OPIR program, which aims to augment and eventually replace the Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) program, providing worldwide initial warning of ballistic missile attacks.
Scope of Work
The Next-Gen OPIR program utilizes two sets of satellites for infrared detection. Lockheed Martin serves as the prime contractor for the NGG Space vehicles, with Raytheon as a subcontractor for the satellite payloads. This specific notice highlights the requirement for gap analyses to assess the differential between the current state of Software Engineering Group (SWEG) organizations and their necessary capabilities to perform the workload associated with Next-Gen OPIR.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice (Program Activation / Gap Analysis)
- Product/Service Code: R425 (Engineering And Technical Services)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Notice Date: June 10, 2026
- Department/Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
- Office: FA8579 SOFTWARE SPRT AFSC PZIM
- Place of Performance: Warner Robins, GA
Additional Notes
For further information, contact Jonathon VanBrunt at jonathon.vanbrunt@us.af.mil or Valerie Evans at valerie.evans.1@us.af.mil.