New Award- Space Systems and Hardware Integration for Novel Experiments (SSHINE)

The contract titled New Award - Space Systems and Hardware Integration for Novel Experiments (SSHINE) is a Small Business Set-Aside award issued under solicitation number FA9453-25-R-X002, designed to support the Air Force Research Laboratory's RVE mission through advanced space technology analysis, development, integration, experimentation, demonstration, and evaluation. The contractor is tasked with performing comprehensive research and technical management activities focused on space systems and hardware integration for novel experiments, aligning with the functional areas outlined in the Statement of Work. This effort requires specialized engineering expertise to advance next-generation space capabilities, with work primarily conducted at the designated place of performance in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Administered by the Department of Defense through the AFRL/RVK office located at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, the contract is classified under NAICS code 541715 for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences. The award is exclusively reserved for small businesses as defined by the SBA, ensuring opportunities for qualified small entities. Primary point of contact for contract inquiries is Brittney Santiago, reachable via email at brittney.santiago@us.af.mil. The contract was posted on July 15, 2026, and all performance activities are expected to meet the technical and managerial standards essential to advancing the Air Force’s space technology objectives.