Orbital Launch Services – Small Payload Delivery

The contract seeks end-to-end commercial launch services for small satellites or target payloads destined for low Earth orbit or suborbital trajectories, encompassing full mission support from vehicle integration through telemetry and mission assurance. Service providers must coordinate with launch ranges, manage all aspects of payload integration, ensure compliance with safety and performance standards, and guarantee mission success through rigorous engineering and operational oversight. The procurement is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 488210, aligned with Department of Defense objectives, and performance is expected to occur in Albuquerque. Responses are due by May 8, 2026, with the opportunity publicly posted on May 1, 2026, indicating a tight window for interested parties to submit proposals under this urgent defense-related procurement.