Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) Follow-on Sources Sought & Request for Information (RFI) #3

This contract amendment pertains to the Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) Follow-on Sources Sought and Request for Information (RFI) #3 issued by the Department of Defense. It specifically provides a collection of industry questions along with the Government’s responses related to the RFI. Importantly, the schedule remains unchanged, with the Statement of Capability (SOC) submission deadline maintained as originally stated in the SBIRS FO RFI #3 documentation. The solicitation was posted on December 21, 2017, and is classified as a sources-sought notice under NAICS code 541715, which covers research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences. The contracting office responsible for this procurement is the Sustainment Mcpnt Ssc/pkl office at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Key points of contact include Contracting Officer Kirsten W. Perry and RFI Program Manager 1Lt Jerry Henry, who oversee communications and program management respectively. This action is focused on gathering industry feedback to inform potential future acquisitions or requirements related to SBIRS follow-on capabilities, which support infrared space-based surveillance and missile warning systems critical to national defense.