Ground Network Development for Optical ID Detection

The contract entails the development and deployment of a global network of ground-based optical stations equipped with photon-counting or hybrid imaging sensors designed to detect and decode ELROI signals emitted from satellites. This initiative aims to enhance satellite identification capabilities through advanced optical technology, ensuring precise and reliable signal detection. The work will be performed primarily in Los Alamos, with a focus on integrating sophisticated sensor systems into the ground stations to support continuous and accurate satellite monitoring. Issued by the Department of Energy through its contractor Triad, this subcontract falls under the NAICS code 334510, which pertains to electromagnetic and electronic sensor manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on May 15, 2026, with responses due by August 22, 2026. The contract calls for expertise in high-tech sensor development, deployment logistics, and signal processing technology to facilitate the successful operation of the optical ID detection network on a global scale.