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Ground-Based Cyber Experimentation and Demonstration

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The Ground-Based Cyber Experimentation and Demonstration subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense under the Air Force Research Laboratory, focuses on the validation of hardened satellite systems. The primary objective is to execute ground-based testing and live demonstrations that incorporate cyber attack simulations and recovery scenarios to ensure system resilience. This opportunity was posted on August 24, 2026, with a response deadline of October 12, 2026. The project falls under NAICS code 541690 and is designated for performance in zip code 87117.

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DoD subcontract for ground-based cyber testing to validate hardened satellite system resilience.

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Department Of Defense → FA9453 Afrl RvkView Agency

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541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting ServicesView NAICS

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0, NM, 87117, USA

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This scope was carved out of FA945326XA001.

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STAR-FISH CALL 017 - Secure By Design

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Conduct ground-based testing and live demonstrations of the hardened satellite system, including cyber attack simulations and recovery scenarios.

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