Secure Ground Segment Development (COCO Model)

The contract seeks a subcontractor to design and operate a secure, open-architecture ground segment tailored for the COCO satellite model, focusing on command, control, and UHF data delivery functions. The system must support robust security protocols while enabling interoperability and scalability through an open framework, ensuring seamless integration with existing and future mission systems. Performance is required at the designated location in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with the ground segment responsible for end-to-end satellite operations including real-time telemetry, command uplink, and UHF data downlink processing. The solicitation, issued under NAICS code 518210 for data processing services, is part of a Department of Defense initiative led by AFRL RVK, and the proposed solution must meet stringent defense standards for cybersecurity and system resilience. Although no set-aside provisions are specified, bidders must respond by August 10, 2026, with proposals anticipated to emphasize innovation in architecture, operational efficiency, and compliance with DoD security requirements. The subcontract nature implies integration into a larger program, requiring close coordination with lead contractors or government entities to align technical and programmatic objectives.