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The Department of Defense, through the Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) and Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence and Space Systems (PEO C4I and Space) PMW146, is seeking industry input regarding the potential acquisition of two additional Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) satellites. These satellites, designed to provide Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) satellite communication capabilities, are planned to be operational between 2028 and 2030 and support DoD communications throughout the 2030s. This request is issued as a Request for Information (RFI) for planning purposes, seeking insights from industry on contract structures, timelines, market conditions, risks, and opportunities through white paper submissions. The RFI process included an Industry Day held in September 2020, with attendees required to register and submit a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to access detailed documentation and submit questions. The update issued in March 2021 highlights a reduction in Fiscal Year 2021 Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) funding for MUOS as mandated by the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act, which may delay contract awards and associated activities compared to initial timelines shared in 2020. Despite funding adjustments, the government remains committed to the program objectives and intends to proceed with the satellite acquisitions. Interested parties are encouraged to submit inquiries in writing to the designated contracting specialist. This RFI serves only as a market survey and information-gathering exercise, with all provided details subject to change as the program evolves.

General Info

DoD seeks industry input for acquiring two MUOS satellites, operational 2028-2030, with funding delays.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Naval Information Warfare Systems

NAICS

927110 - Space Research and Technology

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PostedMar 16

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Information Warfare Systems

Contacts1 person available

OfficeSAN DIEGO, CA, 92110-3127, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Information Warfare Systems

Office AddressSAN DIEGO, CA, 92110-3127, USA

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Sabine SmithersContract Specialist

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

***16 March 2021 Update*** THIS IS AN UPDATE TO THE INFORMATION PRESENTED AT THE Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) Service Life Extension (SLE) MARKET SURVEY / REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) INDUSTRY DAY. This update is issued for planning purposes and all information is subject to change. The 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) reduced the MOUS Fiscal Year 2021 Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) funding. This may delay contracts and activities from the timelines presented at the September 2020 Industry Day. Nevertheless, the Government's objectives and commitments to this effort remain unchanged. PMW 146 intends to continue to pursue acquisition of two additional WCDMA- only MUOS satellites to be on orbit in the 2028-2030 time frame. Questions regarding this announcement shall be submitted in writing by e-mail to contact@example.gov (copy contact@example.gov). ******************************** ***24 September 2020 Update*** Section 6.2 of the RFI has been updated to state Section 2 vice previously stated Section 1. ******************************** THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. This RFI is issued for information and planning purposes and all information is subject to change. The Industry Day for this requirement took place on 14 September 2020. The Special Notice Announcement for the Industry Day was posted to Contract Opportunities (formerly known as Federal Business Opportunities, FedBizOpps) and NAVWAR e- Commerce Central website with the reference number N00039_SNOTE_08C48278 on 18 August 2020. The Government provided documentation to successfully registered attendees. Attendance at the Industry Day event is not required to obtain the documentation. However, successful registration via the submission of the Registration Form (NDA) as stated in the Industry Day Announcement (reference N00039_SNOTE_08C48278) on the Contract Opportunities website is required; the NDA form is attached below. The Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) in coordination with the Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence and Space Systems (PEO C4I and Space) PMW146 intends to acquire two additional satellites for the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS). The satellites will support DoD's Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) SATCOM capability through the 2030s. PMW 146 is seeking information from industry on contract structure, timelines, market, risks, and opportunities in the form of a white paper response. Government's questions (section 6.2) are included in the RFI documentation in the attachment below. All industry questions and Government answers will be provided through distribution to all parties upon successful registration via the submission of NDA. Upon registration and receipt of documentation, please follow the instructions in the RFI document on how to submit questions.