Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) Headquarters Vital Special Access Program (SAP) Services

The Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) Headquarters Vital Special Access Program (SAP) Services contract, valued at $87,845,126.32, was awarded as a sole source direct award to Galapagos Federal Systems LLC, a Native Hawaiian Organization-owned, certified SDB 8(a) business based in Kihei, Hawaii. This decision was made because only one out of five qualified respondents was deemed fully capable of fulfilling the contract requirements after rigorous market research and evaluation. The "rule of two," requiring at least two responsible small business contractors to ensure competition, was not met, and there was no expectation that competitive offers could be obtained from 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, or EDWOSB businesses. As a result, the contracting officer determined that an 8(a) sole source award under FAR Part 19.8 and DFARS 219.805 was the most suitable acquisition strategy. The contract is classified under NAICS code 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences) and designation R499, with performance taking place in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The GSA Federal Acquisition Service managed the procurement, and Arcelia Medina is listed as the point of contact for this award. The contract was officially awarded and posted on June 13, 2025, with an archive date set for June 28, 2025.