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Industry Day Announcement for the Protected Tactical Waveform (PTW) Joint Hub Variant
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The U.S. Space Systems Command is conducting an Industry Day to gather input from industry on the development, production, and fielding of the Protected Tactical Waveform Joint Hub Variant, a ground hub system designed to support global military communications. This event follows a prior Request for Information and is intended to shape the government's acquisition strategy and technical specifications, with initial fielding expected by 2029. Attendance is restricted to U.S. citizens only, requiring proof of citizenship for entry, and each company is limited to three attendees. The event will be held in person at the KBR MSEIT Facility in El Segundo, California, on June 2 and 3, 2026, with a business casual dress code and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling requirements. Virtual participation is not permitted, and refreshments will not be provided. Registration for the Industry Day and requests for one-on-one sessions must be completed by 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time on May 26, 2026, with only the first 120 registered attendees accepted. Companies seeking a 60-minute session with government representatives must submit their request via email with attendee details and company information. The government will not reimburse any costs associated with participation, nor will it accept unsolicited proposals at this time. Representatives from several FFRDC and SETA contractors including The Aerospace Corporation, KBR, SAIC, and others will be present during briefings and sessions. All inquiries must be directed in writing to Contracting Officer Scott Lucas, with copies to Contract Specialists Heather Ayres and William Chan, using the designated email addresses. The event is not a solicitation or commitment to award a contract but serves as a critical planning and feedback forum ahead of future procurement activities.
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CA, 90245, USASet-Aside
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Industry Day Announcement
Protected Tactical Waveform (PTW) Joint Hub Variant (JHV)
Purpose
Space Systems Command (SSC), on behalf of the Satellite Communications and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (SCPNT) Portfolio Acquisition Executive at Lost Angeles Air Force Base, CA, is conducting market research to assess industry capability to develop, produce, and field an Enterprise Protected Tactical Waveform (PTW) Joint Hub Variant (JHV) ground hub in support of worldwide military operations.
This Industry Day serves as a follow‑on engagement to the Protected Tactical Waveform (PTW) Joint Hub Variant Request for Information (RFI) posted on 23 March 2026 and will inform the Government’s acquisition strategy and technical requirements. Initial fielding is anticipated to begin in the 2029 timeframe.
Disclaimer
This announcement is issued for information and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposals, or commitment by the Government to award a contract. The Government will not reimburse any costs incurred by respondents. The Government is not accepting unsolicited proposals at this time, and this notice does not represent a promise of a future solicitation.
Industry Day Objectives
The Government intends to:
- Provide an overview of the PTW JHV acquisition approach
- Share an initial set of technical requirements via a Bidders Library
- Obtain industry feedback on requirements and acquisition strategy
Event Information
Location:
KBR MSEIT Facility
300 N. PCH, Suite 2000
El Segundo, CA 90245
Schedule:
Tuesday, 02 June 2026
- 0830–1200 PT: Government Presentation
- 1300–1700 PT: Industry One‑on‑One Sessions
Wednesday, 03 June 2026
- 0830–1700 PT: Industry One‑on‑One Sessions
Classification: Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Dress Code: Business Casual
Attendance Eligibility
Attendance is limited to U.S. Citizens only due to the presentation of sensitive information. Foreign Nationals are not authorized to attend.
The Government invites participation from:
- Industry partners capable of producing a PTW JHV
- Companies able to execute a prime contract supporting USSF PTW JHV requirements
Each company is limited to three (3) attendees. This limitation applies to all sessions.
All attendees must present proof of U.S. citizenship (certified birth certificate, valid U.S. passport, or naturalization certificate). Failure to provide proof will result in denial of entry.
Registration
Registration Deadline: 1600 PT, Tuesday, 26 May 2026
To register, either:
- Complete registration via the Industry Day Registration Link
https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/3b36jPNS2Y
- Or e-mail the Contracting Officer, Scott Lucas, and courtesy copy the Contract Specialists, Heather Ayres and William Chan, with the subject line
“PTW JHV Industry Day Registration.” E-mail addresses for these individuals are provided in this announcement under “Points of Contact.”
Include:
- Full name
- Company
- E-mail Address
- Citizenship
Due to space limitations, only registrations for the first 120 attendees will be processed. Approved attendees will receive a welcome package via email approximately one week prior to the event.
One‑on‑One Sessions
Each prospective qualified prime contractor team, which may include sub-contractors, may request one 60‑minute one‑on‑one session with the Government.
One‑on‑One Request Deadline: 1600 PT, Tuesday, 26 May 2026
To request a session, e-mail the Contracting Officer, Scott Lucas, and courtesy copy the Contract Specialists, Heather Ayres and William Chan, with the subject line
“PTW JHV Industry Day One‑on‑One Request.” E-mail addresses for these individuals are provided in this announcement under “Points of Contact.”
Include:
- Company name(s)
- Company point of contact(s)
- Full names and citizenship of all attendees
During the session, companies may discuss their PTW JHV RFI response (if applicable), Government acquisition strategy, and related technical requirements. The Government will confirm one‑on‑one participation by Thursday, 28 May 2026.
Additional Information
- In‑person attendance is required; virtual participation will not be accommodated
- Registration is free
- Refreshments and lunch will not be provided
The Government is hereby providing notice of participation from its Federal Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC), Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I), and Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) contractors during the Industry Day briefings. Specifically, The Aerospace Corporation, KBR, SAIC, Tecolote Research Inc., Booz Allen Hamilton, MCR, and Figueroa and Associates contractors will be present during Industry Day and one-on-one sessions. Please contact the Government points of contact below to express any concerns with these contractors.
Points of Contact
- Scott Lucas, Contracting Officer – scott.lucas.1@spaceforce.mil
- Heather Ayres, Contract Specialist – heather.ayres@spaceforce.mil
- William Chan, Contract Specialist – william.chan.5@spaceforce.mil
All inquiries must be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer, Mr. Scott Lucas, at scott.lucas.1@spaceforce.mil, with a courtesy copy to the Contract Specialists, Ms. Heather Ayres at heather.ayres@spaceforce.mil and Mr. William Chan at william.chan.5@spaceforce.mil.
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