Tranche 3 Ground Entry Point (GEP) Development and Integration

Sources Sought Announcement

This announcement seeks information from potential contractors capable of providing Ground Entry Point (GEP) Development and Integration services for the Space Development Agency's (SDA) Tranche 3 constellation. The government is conducting market research to inform a future acquisition strategy for full and open competition.

• Perform GEP site civils, procurement, installation, integration, test, and verification.

• Install and integrate antenna electronics, optical terminals, and networking equipment and software.

• Provide terrestrial links for SDA's Tranche 1, 2, and 3 constellations using Optical Communication Terminals (OCTs), RF Ka-band communication, and S-band for Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C).

• Ensure GEPs provide autonomous satellite communication in response to scheduled contacts.

• Maintain constant communication with the Ground Resource Manager (GRM) and local site controller.

• Transmit uplink commanding to Space Vehicles (SVs) and relay data back to the Operation Center (OC).

• Anticipated contract structure: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Five (5) years from the effective date of award.

• Anticipated CLIN Structure: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Security Requirements: Performer must maintain an active SECRET clearance.

• This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Quote (RFQ). No contract will be awarded based on this announcement.

• Interested parties should submit an unclassified technical capabilities statement.

• Submission Deadline: January 23, 2026, 1700 ET.

• Submission Method: Email to ussf.pentagon.sda.mbx.sn-26-0003@mail.mil.

• Responses are limited to ten (10) pages.

• No phone calls or faxes will be accepted. Classified information will not be accepted.

• The Government will not reimburse costs associated with preparing or submitting a response.

• Anticipated NAICS Code: 334220 (Size Standard: 1,250 employees).

• Interested parties are encouraged to suggest alternative NAICS Codes or Small Business size standards if deemed incorrect.

• Business name and address

• Company representative name and title

• Business Size and Type (if applicable)

• Cage Code

• DUNS Number

• Capabilities statement (max 10 pages) demonstrating ability to perform as per paragraphs 1.3 and 1.4, and Attachment 1 (SOW).

• Anticipated teaming arrangements or joint venture plans.

• Description of similar services offered in the past three years and assessment of commercial accomplishment.

• Suggested contract line-item number (CLIN) arrangements.

• Suggestions to optimize contract requirements and contents.

• Identification of major performance, schedule, or cost risks.

• The RFP release date is anticipated to be February 2026.

• All submissions become Government property and will not be returned.

• Questions regarding this announcement are due by January 12, 2026, 1700 ET, via email.

Sources Sought Announcement

This announcement seeks information from potential contractors for the development and integration of multiple Ground Entry Points (GEPs) for the Space Development Agency's (SDA) Tranche 3 constellation. The GEPs will provide terrestrial links to SDA's Tranche 1, 2, and 3 constellations using a mix of Optical Communication Terminals (OCTs), RF Ka-band communication, and S-band for Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C). The GEPs are intended to provide autonomous satellite communication.

• GEP site civils, procurement, installation, integration, testing, and verification.

• Installation of communications shelters, antennas, antenna electronics, optical terminals, and optical electronics.

• GEP site networking equipment and software.

• Autonomous satellite communication in response to scheduled contacts.

• Constant communication with the Ground Resource Manager (GRM) and local site controller for configuration, status, and contact metrics.

• Transmission of uplink commanding to Space Vehicles (SVs) and relay of received data to the Operation Center (OC).

• Performer must maintain an active SECRET clearance.

• Anticipated contract structure: Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Period of Performance: Five (5) years from the effective date of award.

• Anticipated CLIN Structure: May include Cost Plus Award Fee and Firm Fixed Price.

• This is a Sources Sought for informational purposes only and not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Quote (RFQ).

• Interested parties should submit unclassified technical capabilities statements via email by 20 January 2026, 1700 ET.

• Responses are limited to ten (10) pages.

• Proprietary information must be clearly marked and segregated.

• All submissions become Government property and will not be returned.

• The RFP release date is anticipated in February 2026.

• Anticipated NAICS Code: 334220 (Small Business size standard: 1,250 employees).

• Firms are encouraged to suggest alternative NAICS Codes or Small Business size standards if applicable.

• A draft Statement of Work (SOW) is provided as Attachment 1.

• The Government is not obligated to award a contract based on this announcement.

• No funds are available to pay for response preparation costs.

• Questions regarding the announcement are due by 12 January 2026, 1700 ET, via email.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document serves as a placeholder for a draft Statement of Work (SOW) related to the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA), specifically for Tranche 3 Ground Entry Point (GEP) Development and Integration.

Details regarding the specific scope of work, major work areas, deliverables, tasks, activities, or responsibilities are not provided in this placeholder document. It indicates that a draft SOW is available.

Information regarding the period or place of performance is not included in this document.

No specific requirements are detailed in this placeholder.

Interested parties can request a copy of the draft Statement of Work by contacting: ussf.pentagon.sda.mbx.sn-26-0003@mail.mil