SPACE PROPULSION RESEARCH AND INNOVATION FOR NEUTRALIZING SATELLITE THREATS (SPRINT) BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA)

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 8 to Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) BAA-RQR-2019-0001. It was issued on January 16, 2024.

This amendment does not appear to modify specific sections of the original BAA but rather serves as an update or clarification. The document itself is the amendment.

Offerors should remain vigilant for any specific calls or updates related to this BAA. This amendment is part of the ongoing communication regarding the BAA and may contain updated information or clarifications relevant to future submissions or ongoing efforts.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 7 to Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) BAA-RQR-2019-0001, titled "Space Propulsion Research and Innovation for Neutralizing Satellite Threats (SPRINT)". This amendment updates the BAA. Specific details of the changes are not provided in the text, but it is identified as Amendment 7.

Not specified in the provided text.

Not specified in the provided text. Offerors should refer to the full amendment for details on any impact to submission deadlines or requirements.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 6 to Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) BAA-RQR-2019-0001, titled "Space Propulsion Research and Innovation for Neutralizing Satellite Threats (SPRINT)". This amendment was issued on March 21, 2022.

This amendment does not explicitly detail specific changes to sections of the original BAA. It serves as an update to the ongoing BAA.

Offerors should remain vigilant for any specific calls or updates related to this BAA. This amendment does not appear to alter submission deadlines or requirements for ongoing white paper submissions, but bidders should always refer to specific calls for detailed instructions and due dates.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the title page for the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) BAA-RQR-2019-0001. It serves as a cover page for submitting proposals or inquiries related to this BAA.

• Date
• Title of Program
• Technology Area Topic
• Name of Company
• Company's Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) number
• Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number
• Contractor's Contracting Point of Contact (POC) information (Name, Telephone, Email)
• Technical Point of Contact (POC) information (Name, Telephone, Email)

Bidders will need to complete this title page as part of their proposal submission, providing essential company and contact information. It helps the government identify and contact the proposing entity.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 3 to Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) BAA-RQR-2019-0001. It was issued on June 26, 2020.

This amendment updates the BAA. Specific changes are not detailed in the provided text, but it is identified as Amendment 3.

Offerors should be aware of this amendment and any subsequent amendments or calls issued under this BAA. Information regarding updates will be posted on the Government Wide Point of Entry (e.g., Federal Business Opportunities website).

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 4 to the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Space Propulsion Research and Innovation for Neutralizing Satellite Threats (SPRINT). The amendment updates the dates associated with the BAA, changing the effective date from July 22, 2019, to October 10, 2019. All other aspects of the original BAA remain in effect.

• Dates: The amendment explicitly changes the dates mentioned in the BAA.

• No changes to proposal submission requirements or deadlines are indicated by this amendment, other than the updated effective date of the BAA itself.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 4 to the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) FA9300-19-S-0001, titled "Space Propulsion Research and Innovation for Neutralizing Satellite Threats (SPRINT)". The amendment updates the BAA with a new issue date of October 10, 2019, and revises the original issue date to July 22, 2019. No other changes are specified in this amendment.

• Dates: The BAA's issue date has been updated.

This amendment does not appear to alter proposal submission requirements or deadlines, but bidders should note the updated date for the BAA.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 3 to Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) BAA-RQR-2019-0001. It serves as an update to the original solicitation.

This amendment updates the original BAA. Specific details of changes are not enumerated in the provided text, but it is presented as an amendment to the existing BAA.

Offerors should be alert for any BAA amendments and subsequent calls. Any additional information will be posted on the Government Wide Point of Entry (e.g., Federal Business Opportunities website, http://www.fbo.gov).

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 2 to Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) BAA-RQR-2019-0001, titled "Space Propulsion Research and Innovation for Neutralizing Satellite Threats (SPRINT)". It was issued on June 3, 2019.

This amendment does not explicitly detail specific section changes within the original BAA document. It serves as an update to the overall announcement.

Offerors should remain vigilant for any specific calls or updates related to this BAA. This amendment indicates ongoing activity and potential for future specific requirements to be issued under the open BAA.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is an Open Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the Air Force Research Laboratory, Aerospace Systems Directorate (AFRL/RQ-West), titled "Space Propulsion Research and Innovation for Neutralizing Satellite Threats (SPRINT)". The BAA seeks innovative research proposals for space propulsion technologies aimed at improving spacecraft resiliency. It allows for white paper submissions throughout its 5-year open period, with specific calls for proposals to be issued.

The program focuses on the development of in-space propulsion technologies. Specific areas of interest include:

• Chemical monopropellant and bipropellant thrusters, components, and systems.

• Electric propulsion thrusters, components, and systems.

• Multi-mode thrusters, components, and systems.

• Plume phenomenology (experimental and modeling/simulation).

• Mission utility of propulsion research concepts and operational architectures. Deliverables may include Status Reports, Scientific and Technical Reports, Performance and Cost Reports, Presentation Material, Software, and Hardware. Specific requirements will be detailed in individual calls or requests for proposal (RFPs).

• Contract Type: The Air Force reserves the right to award any appropriate contract type under the FAR. Cost-plus-fixed-fee (CPFF) is anticipated.

• Period of Performance: Individual awards are anticipated to be between 3 to 60 months, tailored to each award.

• Estimated Program Cost: $95M

• Individual Award Range: $100K to $10M per contract.

• White Papers: May be submitted anytime during the open period. Must include program title, company info, technical approach, and ROM cost. Limited to 5 pages.

• Proposals: Submitted in response to specific calls or letter RFPs issued after white paper review. Evaluation criteria will be detailed in each call.

• Due Dates: White papers can be submitted anytime. Specific proposal due dates will be identified in individual calls.

• Type: Unrestricted solicitation.

• Encouragement: Small businesses are encouraged to propose.

• Restrictions: Foreign persons or foreign-owned firms are precluded from proposing.

• Security: Some areas may require access to classified information up to TS/SCI.

• Registration: Contractors must register and certify with DLSC and submit DD Form 2345.

• Offerors should monitor for BAA amendments or subsequent calls.

• Communication should be directed to the Contracting Points of Contact (CPOC).

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to questions related to the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) BAA-RQR-2019-0001, "Space Propulsion Research in Neutralizing Threats" (SPRINT).

• The BAA seeks information on technologies related to six topic areas outlined in Section I-1, "Statement of Needs."
• Attachment 1 provides an overview of the Air Force Research Laboratory's (AFRL) In-Space Propulsion Program, including research goals and the current state of research.

This document clarifies the scope of the BAA and directs interested parties to an attachment for further details on AFRL's propulsion research efforts.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is an Open Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the Air Force Research Laboratory, Aerospace Systems Directorate (AFRL/RQ-West) for the Space Propulsion Research and Innovation for Neutralizing Satellite Threats (SPRINT) program. The BAA aims to solicit innovative research proposals for in-space propulsion technologies that broadly apply to improving spacecraft resiliency. It covers study efforts on novel concepts and research and development contracts to mature technologies to appropriate Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs).

• The program seeks to improve spacecraft propulsion technology for resiliency applications.

• Topic areas include chemical monopropellant and bipropellant thrusters, electric propulsion thrusters, multi-mode thrusters, and plume phenomenology studies.

• Deliverables may include Status Reports, Scientific and Technical Reports, Performance and Cost Reports, Presentation Material, final reports, software, and hardware.

• Some areas may require access to classified information up to Top Secret, Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI).

• The BAA has an open period of 5 years.

• Individual awards are anticipated to be between 3 to 60 months.

• Anticipated funding per award is $100K to $10M.

• The estimated total program cost is $95M.

• The Government anticipates awarding multiple contracts.

• Contract types will be determined by the nature of the research, but are anticipated to be cost-plus-fixed-fee (CPFF).

• This is an unrestricted solicitation, but foreign persons or foreign-owned firms are precluded from proposing.

• Small businesses are encouraged to propose.

• White papers are accepted on a rolling basis during the open period and will be kept for up to one year.

• White papers are limited to 5 pages and must include a technical approach and Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost.

• Offerors selected based on white papers will be invited to submit a full technical and cost proposal via a letter RFP.

• Evaluation criteria will be defined in each call and will include technical and price/cost factors.

• The Government may award without negotiations/discussions.

• Key deadlines will be specified in individual calls.

• Unrestricted solicitation.

• Small businesses are encouraged to propose.

• Foreign persons or foreign-owned firms are precluded.

• Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) may be eligible under specific conditions.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Contractors must comply with FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to data rights, pre-award clearance, and pass-through charges.

• Technical Points of Contact (TPOC) and Contracting Points of Contact (CPOC) are provided for inquiries.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Aerospace Systems Directorate (AFRL/RQ-West), solicits innovative research proposals for the Space Propulsion Research and Innovation for Neutralizing Satellite Threats (SPRINT) program. The BAA aims to develop in-space propulsion technologies that enhance spacecraft resiliency. It is an open BAA with a 5-year period, allowing for calls to solicit specific research and development contracts.

• Areas of Interest: Includes chemical monopropellant and bipropellant thrusters, electric propulsion thrusters, multi-mode thrusters, and plume phenomenology studies. Research may involve ground/space experiments, studies, and modeling/simulation.

• Classified Information: Some calls may require access to classified information up to Top Secret, Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI).

• Deliverables: May include Status Reports, Scientific and Technical Reports, Performance and Cost Reports, Presentation Material, final reports, software, and hardware. Specific requirements will be detailed in individual calls or letter RFPs.

• Data Rights: The Government generally expects Unlimited Rights for technical data, non-commercial software (NCS), and NCS documentation developed at Government expense. Government Purpose Rights are expected for mixed-funding developments.

• Estimated Program Cost: $95M

• Contract Type: The Air Force may award various contract types, but cost-plus-fixed-fee (CPFF) is anticipated.

• Period of Performance: Each award is anticipated to be between 3 to 60 months, tailored to each award.

• Individual Award Funding: Anticipated range of $100K to $10M per contract.

• White Papers: Can be submitted anytime during the open period. They are limited to 5 pages and should include technical approach, proposed deliverables, and a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost. White papers are reviewed to determine potential to meet Air Force needs.

• Proposals: Following a positive white paper review, offerors will receive a letter RFP with specific proposal preparation instructions, due dates, and evaluation criteria.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria defined in each call, including technical and cost/price factors. Proposals may be categorized as Highly Recommended, Selectable, or Not Selectable.

• Deadlines: White papers can be submitted anytime. Specific proposal due dates will be provided in individual calls or letter RFPs.

• Unrestricted Solicitation: Open to all responsible sources. Small businesses are encouraged to propose.

• Exclusions: Foreign persons or foreign-owned firms are precluded from proposing.

• FFRDCs: Federally Funded Research and Development Centers may propose if specific conditions and determinations are met.

• Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Contacts: Technical inquiries should be directed to the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC), and contractual/business inquiries to the Contracting Points of Contact (CPOC).