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Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source IDIQ Contract to Astrotech Space Operations LLC for payload processing services in support of SDA Transport Layer Tranche 2 (TLT2) launches

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SDA-SN-26-0013Federal

Submission Closed07/17/2026, 03:59:00 AM UTC

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The Space Development Agency plans to award a sole source indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract to Astrotech Space Operations LLC for payload processing services supporting seven launches of the Transport Layer Tranche 2, with three at Vandenberg Space Force Base and four at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The contract will provide comprehensive facilities services including satellite payload preparation, integration, testing, and post-processing data review, fully compliant with safety regulations and mission requirements. The ordering period spans 24 months with a not-to-exceed ceiling of $99 million, and the award will be made under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) based on the determination that only this source can satisfy the agency’s unique needs. While the notice explicitly states this is not a competitive solicitation and is issued for informational purposes only, any responsible entity may submit a capability statement demonstrating its ability to deliver the required PPF services at both launch sites within the timeline. All submissions will be evaluated solely to inform future procurement decisions, and the government retains full discretion to proceed with a sole source award regardless of responses. The deadline for submissions is 15 days from posting, and inquiries must be sent to the designated point of contact with a specific subject line referencing the solicitation number SDA-SN-26-0013.

General Info

Sole-source contract to Astrotech for seven payload launches, $99M ceiling, 24-month period, Vandenberg and Cape Canaveral.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2401 Space Development Agency SdaView Agency

NAICS

541990 - All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesView NAICS

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PhaseClosed

PostedJul 1

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Response DeadlineJul 17

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Submission Closed

07/17/2026, 03:59:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2401 Space Development Agency Sda

Contacts1 person available

OfficeCHANTILLY, VA, 20151-2222, USA

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Department Of Defense → FA2401 Space Development Agency Sda

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Office AddressCHANTILLY, VA, 20151-2222, USA

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Curtis Lam

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Full Description

The Space Development Agency (SDA) intends to award a sole source, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract to Astrotech Space Operations LLC for payload processing services in support of SDA Transport Layer Tranche 2 (TLT2) launches. SDA shall acquire T2TL payload processing services to support three (3) launches from Vandenberg Space Force (VSFB) Base and four (4) launches from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS). The Government requires comprehensive facilities services for satellite payload preparation, integration, testing, and post- processing data review, over the period specified, in accordance with all applicable safety regulations, mission requirements, and technical standards. The Government intends to procure Payload Processing Facility (PPF) services for no fewer than seven (7) launches from VSFB and CCSFS. The IDIQ ordering period will be a 24-months. The IDIQ will contain a not-to-exceed (NTE) ceiling amount of $99 million. This contract award will be made under the authority of 6.103-1 [10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1)], Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

This is NOT a request for competitive proposals and is published for informational purposes only. However, any responsible source that believes it can meet this requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which the Government will consider. Responses must clearly demonstrate the capability to provide the required comprehensive Payload Processing Facility (PPF) services, including facilities and equipment, at VSFB and CCSFS within the required timeline.

The Government will consider all responses solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement in the future. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.

Questions, comments, or capability statements related to this Notice of Intent shall be directed to curtis.lam.ctr@mail.mil. Please indicate in the subject of your email: Notice of Intent to Sole Source – SDA-SN-26-0013. All responses must be received no later than 15 days from posting at 11:59 PM ET.