Save the Date: Strategic SATCOM Virtual Kick Off
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The Department of Defense is seeking industry partners specializing in space, communications, and intelligence for the Strategic SATCOM initiative. The program aims to identify potential prototypes for hosted or free-flyer use across multiple orbits through a series of engagement events. Key milestones include a virtual kick-off meeting on January 8, 2026, followed by an RFI release in mid-January and a submission deadline in mid-February 2026. The process culminates in a Reverse Industry Day on March 23-24, 2026, during the SATShow Conference in Washington D.C. This event will feature a panel of government representatives and one-on-one meetings to discuss specific challenges and needs. Interested defense contractors must register for the virtual kick-off by January 5, 2026, to receive guidance on whitepaper requests and the timeline for targeted pitches and live demonstrations.
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CA, 90245, USASet-Aside
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Dear Valued Industry Partner,
Mark your calendars! We invite you to attend our Strategic SATCOM Virtual Kick Off Scheduled for 08 January 2026 from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. PST. This session is to walk-through timelines for whitepaper request and Reverse Industry Day 1:1 Timelines. The purpose is to offer Industry the opportunity to showcase potential Strategic SATCOM prototypes for hosted or free-flyer use in multiple orbits through live demos and targeted pitches.
The Reverse Industry Day (RID) will take place on March 23-24 2026, at the SATShow Conference in Washington D.C. This unique opportunity allows industry partners to understand our challenges and needs directly. Join us for a panel discussion featuring:
- Dr. Todd Sriver (OSD A&S)
- Col AJ Ashby (SYD 88)
- Col Jeff Wiesler (MD 8)
- Col Ryan Rose (SYD 88)
- Chief Ronald Lerch (HQSF S2)
- Moderated by: Mr. Jeffrey Hill (GovMilSpace)
Key Dates to Remember:
- Virtual Kick-Off Meeting: January 08, 2026: 09:00-09:30 AM PST
- RFI Release: Mid-January 2026
- Request for Information (RFI) Submission Deadline: Mid- February 2026
- Reverse Industry Day Panel: March 23, 2026 (SATShow Conference)
- One-on-One Meetings with Government Representatives: March 23-24 2026
Register Now:
Virtual Kick Off Registration Deadline: 05 January 2026
Virtual Kick-off Meeting Registration: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/vy0rP1f13z
Who Should Attend:
Defense contractors and technology companies specializing in space, communications, and intelligence domains.
Questions? Contact Captain Gerald Hills and Ms. Caroline Chewning at SYD88.SX.RID@spaceforce.mil
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