Save the Date: Strategic SATCOM Virtual Kick Off
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.
Dear Valued Industry Partner,
Mark your calendars! We invite you to attend our Strategic SATCOM Virtual Kick Off Scheduled for 08 January 2026 from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. PST. This session is to walk-through timelines for whitepaper request and Reverse Industry Day 1:1 Timelines. The purpose is to offer Industry the opportunity to showcase potential Strategic SATCOM prototypes for hosted or free-flyer use in multiple orbits through live demos and targeted pitches.
The Reverse Industry Day (RID) will take place on March 23-24 2026, at the SATShow Conference in Washington D.C. This unique opportunity allows industry partners to understand our challenges and needs directly. Join us for a panel discussion featuring:
- Dr. Todd Sriver (OSD A&S)
- Col AJ Ashby (SYD 88)
- Col Jeff Wiesler (MD 8)
- Col Ryan Rose (SYD 88)
- Chief Ronald Lerch (HQSF S2)
- Moderated by: Mr. Jeffrey Hill (GovMilSpace)
Key Dates to Remember:
- Virtual Kick-Off Meeting: January 08, 2026: 09:00-09:30 AM PST
- RFI Release: Mid-January 2026
- Request for Information (RFI) Submission Deadline: Mid- February 2026
- Reverse Industry Day Panel: March 23, 2026 (SATShow Conference)
- One-on-One Meetings with Government Representatives: March 23-24 2026
Register Now:
Virtual Kick Off Registration Deadline: 05 January 2026
Virtual Kick-off Meeting Registration: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/vy0rP1f13z
Who Should Attend:
Defense contractors and technology companies specializing in space, communications, and intelligence domains.
Questions? Contact Captain Gerald Hills and Ms. Caroline Chewning at SYD88.SX.RID@spaceforce.mil