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Multi-Level Security (MLS) for Space Systems

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Response Deadline09/14/2030, 07:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract, titled Multi-Level Security (MLS) for Space Systems, focuses on implementing secure communication frameworks for prime contractors supporting US Space Force and NRO space-to-space data transport projects. The primary objective is to develop MLS architectures that ensure secure data isolation across diverse vendor meshes within contested environments, utilizing encryption hardware, software, and secure gateways that adhere to NIST space security guidelines and government certifications. Managed by the Department of Defense under the Special Programs Director SMC SP, the project is based in El Segundo, California. The successful contractor will deliver an MLS-compliant communication framework or security software module, with a response deadline set for September 14, 2030.

General Info

MLS secure communication framework for US Space Force and NRO, due September 2030.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA8819 Special Programs Director Smc Sp

NAICS

541512 - Computer Systems Design Services

Place of Performance

El Segundo, CA, 90245, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA8819-25-R-B006.

The full solicitation package (12 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Space-to-Space (S2S) Communication Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

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Timeline

PostedDec 9

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Response DeadlineSep 14

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Response Deadline

09/14/2030, 07:00:00 AM UTCin almost 4 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8819 Special Programs Director Smc Sp

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8819 Special Programs Director Smc Sp

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Full Description

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Implements secure communication frameworks for prime contractors on US Space Force and NRO space-to-space data transport projects. Develops MLS architectures and ensures secure data isolation across vendor-diverse meshes in contested environments. Utilizes encryption hardware/software and secure gateways per NIST space security guidelines and government security certifications. Delivers an MLS-compliant communication framework or security software module.

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