Space- and Ground-Based Environmental Monitoring (EM) Commercial Data and Services Request for Information (RFI)
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 United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for Space- and Ground-Based Environmental Monitoring (EM) Commercial Data and Services. This RFI seeks to gather information from potential suppliers to inform a comprehensive strategy and validate commercial solutions for Department of War (DoW) global weather and environmental monitoring needs. Responses are due February 20, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This RFI, issued by SSC System Delta 810 (SYD 810), focuses on enhancing the resilience, responsiveness, and accuracy of environmental data products. Key areas of interest include:
- Technology Innovation: Advanced remote-sensing capabilities (SBEM/GBSEM), compact/low-cost imagers, modular LEO/GEO/HEO platforms, innovative instruments, space weather/atmospheric sensing, and AI/ML algorithms for data processing.
- Commercial Delivery and Pricing Models: Innovative business approaches for hardware and data services, including turnkey/hosted payloads, spacecraft/ground networks, and Data-as-a-Service (DaaS) models.
- Dual-Use Capabilities: Solutions with commercial applications or support for other government mission areas.
- Collaborative Partnerships: Leveraging international and academic expertise.
Requested Information
Respondents should provide details on their applicable SBEM/GBSEM technologies and capabilities, system development/testing readiness, scalability/affordability, integration, and cost frameworks. This includes technical attributes, Technology Readiness Level (TRL), flight heritage, operational concepts, and cybersecurity controls. Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) pricing for data services, custom engineering/hardware, and advanced features (e.g., AI/ML) is also requested.
Submission Details
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, 1700 PT
- Questions Due: February 10, 2026, 1700 PT
- Submission Method: Email to SSC.SN.Industry_Day@spaceforce.mil and Maj David Kirkland (david.kirkland.9@spaceforce.mil). Subject line: "EM RFI – (Company Name)".
- Format: Unclassified white paper, not exceeding seven single-spaced pages (12-point Times New Roman, 1-inch margins), with a 5 MB email limit.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research).
Additional Notes
This is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. An Industry Day is planned for March 4-5, 2026, in El Segundo, CA, with optional one-on-one engagements. Responses may be shared with SSC support contractors. Foreign firms may participate at the subcontractor level.