Kronos Family of Systems Commercial Solutions Opening
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Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.
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The Kronos Family of Systems Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) is a rolling competitive solicitation issued by the Space Systems Command under solicitation number FA8806-26-S-0001 to identify and acquire innovative prototype technologies and services that support the operational command and control mission for space. The CSO operates through a series of phased calls against multiple Areas of Interest (AOIs), with the first call opening in July 2026 and subsequent calls staggered through early 2027, enabling industry to submit solutions on a continual basis. Proposals must be submitted electronically during designated AOI windows, and only submissions received within these periods will be evaluated. The solicitation is structured around a two-phase process: Phase I requires a white paper and a quad chart, with strict formatting rules including a five-page limit and 10 MB file size constraint, while invited offerors proceed to Phase II with a comprehensive proposal including a technical volume, statement of work, and a detailed, editable Excel pricing model. Evaluation is based on technical merit, integration feasibility, and price, using a trade-off approach rather than lowest price technically acceptable, with awards anticipated primarily through Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) but potentially via FAR-based contracts when appropriate. The government does not guarantee funding or awards, and all proposals are subject to availability of funds, with the authority to fund partial or no proposals. Offerors must comply with strict cybersecurity standards including NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS requirements, submit an Organizational Conflict of Interest mitigation plan if applicable, and affirm their Unique Entity ID and CAGE code, along with business size and socioeconomic status. All submissions must be unclassified, and proprietary information must be clearly marked. The government reserves the right to modify, accelerate, delay, or cancel any AOI or call without notice, and participation in one AOI does not guarantee consideration in others. Performance is expected to occur in El Segundo, California, with prototypes typically lasting six months following award. Follow-on production is possible under 10 U.S.C. § 4022(f) if the prototype proves successful, funding is available, and a future acquisition strategy is approved. Foreign participation is permitted but subject to ITAR, EAR, and national security reviews, and vendors subject to Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence must disclose such status and may be required to obtain additional certifications. The process is designed to foster rapid innovation, incentivize commercial solutions, and maintain flexibility in contracting
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Kronos Family of Systems Commercial Solutions Opening
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1. Sources Sought - Inactive Notice ID FA880625S0001 Operational C2 and Battle Mgmt System for Space Tasking.
2. Contract Opportunity – Inactive Notice ID FA8806-26-S-0001_Kronos Family of Systems Commercial Solutions Opening Version 1.0
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Space Systems Command, through its Kronos Program of Record, is issuing a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO). Under the Kronos Family of Systems (FoS) CSO, the Government may award proposals received in response to a general solicitation to acquire innovative products, technologies, or services based on a review of solutions by scientific, technological, or other subject matter expert peers within the program management office. Read the attached Kronos FoS CSO 2.0 for further information.
The Government is providing the following notional schedule solely for planning purposes. This schedule is intended to provide industry with visibility into the anticipated sequencing of calls for Areas of Interest (AOIs), evaluation activities, and prototype award timelines.
- Dates are estimates and are subject to change based on Government priorities, funding availability, proposal volume, and operational requirements.
- This notional schedule is provided solely for planning purposes and does not constitute a commitment by the Government to issue awards, obligate funds, or adhere to the dates presented herein.
- The Government reserves the right to revise the schedule as mission requirements dictate.
Notional Schedule:
Activity AOI Opening Period*
Kronos CSO 2.0 Release July 2026
1st Call to AOI 1 Opening & Evaluation* July – November 2026
2nd Call to AOI 3 Opening & Evaluation August – December 2026
3rd Call to AOI 2 Opening & Evaluation September 2026 – January 2027
4th Call to AOI 4 Opening & Evaluation November 2026 – March 2027
Prototype Awards (Rolling) Beginning November 2026
Prototype Performance Period Approximately 6 Months Following Award
*Please refer to the “First Call_Kronos FoS CSO 2.0” document for details and white paper submission deadline
The Kronos FoS CSO 2.0 is structured as a rolling competitive solicitation with calls that will be issued against one or multiple AOI(s) that may be released, evaluated, and awarded on staggered timelines. The Government reserves the right to accelerate, delay, modify, add, remove, or cancel calls/AOIs at any time without notice. Participation in one AOI neither guarantees nor precludes participation in subsequent AOIs. Offerors may submit solutions in response to any open Call; however, the Government will only review submissions received during the submission period identified in the applicable Call. The Government may retain submissions for future consideration under subsequent Calls, subject to the terms of this CSO.
To facilitate industry planning and engagement, the Government may publish a Focus Area Statement (FAS) prior to issuing a call. The FAS will provide additional context regarding mission needs, desired outcomes, and areas of technical interest to assist industry in preparing submissions.
Offerors are encouraged to monitor SAM.gov regularly for amendments to the CSO, changes to the AOIs structure, opening of a Call, updates to the tentative schedule, and additional instructions.
The Government sincerely appreciates the continued partnership with industry as the Government delivers advanced capabilities to the Kronos Family of Systems.