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Space Networking & Mesh Routing Algorithms

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Response Deadline09/14/2030, 07:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract, titled Space Networking & Mesh Routing Algorithms, supports the US Space Force and NRO pLEO mesh network projects through specialized software development and engineering. The primary objective is to create optimized routing and scheduling algorithms to minimize latency, design scalable network topologies, and implement counter-interference mechanisms for contested environments. Technical execution involves the use of network simulation tools and high-rate data transfer protocols aligned with SDN standards. Managed by the Department of Defense under the Special Programs Director SMC SP, the contract is categorized under NAICS code 541511. The work is performed in El Segundo, California, with a response deadline set for September 14, 2030. The final deliverables include the delivery of optimized routing algorithms and comprehensive network topology designs to ensure seamless expansion and operational resilience.

General Info

Software development for US Space Force pLEO mesh network routing and topology designs.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA8819 Special Programs Director Smc Sp

NAICS

541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

Place of Performance

El Segundo, CA, 90245, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA8819-25-R-B006.

The full solicitation package (12 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Space-to-Space (S2S) Communication Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

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PostedDec 9

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Response DeadlineSep 14

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09/14/2030, 07:00:00 AM UTCin almost 4 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8819 Special Programs Director Smc Sp

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8819 Special Programs Director Smc Sp

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Performs software development and engineering for prime contractors on US Space Force and NRO pLEO mesh network projects. Develops routing and scheduling algorithms to minimize latency, designs network topologies for seamless expansion, and creates counter-interference mechanisms for contested environments. Uses network simulation tools and high-rate data transfer protocols per SDN standards. Delivers optimized routing algorithms and network topology designs.

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