High-Performance Starshield User Terminal Manufacturing

The contract is for the manufacture of ruggedized, high-throughput satellite communication terminals designed for Department of Defense use, with emphasis on secure modems, specialized antennas, and robust power systems integrated into a single durable platform. The terminals must meet stringent military specifications for performance, reliability, and environmental resilience, ensuring operational effectiveness in austere and dynamic field conditions. Manufacturing includes full assembly, testing, and quality assurance processes to comply with defense-grade security and technical standards. The work is performed at Hawthorne, California, with a NAICS code of 334220 indicating classification under communications equipment manufacturing. This is a subcontract opportunity posted on June 18, 2026, under the Office of the U.S. Space Systems Command, which falls under the Department of Defense. While no set-aside details or point of contact are specified, the location and agency affiliation suggest direct alignment with critical aerospace and defense infrastructure, likely supporting next-generation military satcom networks. All deliverables must conform to classified and unclassified defense requirements without explicit mention of additional certifications or compliance frameworks beyond those implied by the DoD’s operational needs.