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Special Notice For Space Systems Command Strategic Services Vehicle (SSSV) Program

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The Space Systems Command is providing updates for the Strategic Services Vehicle program, which involves six Commercial Advisory and Assistance Support Blanket Purchase Agreements. While Administrative, Cybersecurity, and Acquisition Support RFQs have been released, the government is planning the release of the remaining three constellations. The Financial Management Support RFQ was released on GSA eBuy on September 9, 2026, with a deadline of October 13, 2026. Security Support is projected for release in the fourth quarter of 2026 with a work magnitude of 132 million dollars, and Engineering Support is projected for the second quarter of 2027 with a work magnitude of 50 million dollars. Both the Security and Engineering Support BPAs are designated as 100 percent set-asides for Woman Owned Small Businesses. All future inquiries must be submitted exclusively via email to ssc.esd.sssv-program@spaceforce.mil, as telephonic communication is not permitted. This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal request for quotes or proposals. All official solicitations will be posted on GSA eBuy.

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Space Systems Command seeking support services via BPAs, including WOSB set-aside opportunities.

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Department Of Defense → FA8802 Integration Operation Pikpke

NAICS

541611 - Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

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Los Angeles, CA, USA

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WOSB

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8802 Integration Operation Pikpke
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OfficeEL SEGUNDO, CA, 90245-2808, USA
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Header Information: Special Notice For Space Systems Command Strategic Services Vehicle (SSSV) Program


Notice ID: RFI1831505


Federal Organizations: FA8802


PSC: R499


Description: The Space Systems Command (SSC) is issuing this Special Notice to provide critical program updates regarding the Strategic Services Vehicle (SSSV) program. This announcement serves as a direct follow-on to, and is linked with, the original request under RFQ1773052.


Due to recent administrative transitions, all future inquiries, correspondence, and questions must be directed to email inbox: ssc.esd.sssv-program@spaceforce.mil. PLEASE DO NOT CALL. Telephonic inquiries will not be accepted or returned. All communication must be conducted via email for tracking and administrative purposes.


Amendment 7: Update Financial Support constellation information as it was released on GSA eBuy! (RFQ#1835805) on 09 September 2026 with due date of 13 October 2026 at 9:00AM PST; reorganize order of release for Security and Engineering.


The estimated release date for the SSSV Security Support BPA RFQ is still projected for Calendar Year 2026, Quarter 4 (end of Quarter).


The estimated release date for the SSSV Engineering Support BPA RFQ is still projected for Calendar Year 2027, Quarter 2.


Amendment 6: Please see the updated solicitation schedule for the remaining SSSV constellations below:


The estimated release date for the SSSV Finance Support BPA RFQ has been updated to Calendar Year 2026, Quarter 3. Update Finance Support NAICS and GSA SIN to 541219.


The estimated release date for the SSSV Security Support BPA RFQ has been updated to Calendar Year 2026, Quarter 4 (end of Quarter). Update Security Support NAICS to 541513 and GSA SIN to 54151S, 518210C, 54151HACS.


The estimated release date for the SSSV Engineering Support BPA RFQ has been updated to Calendar Year 2027, Quarter 2.


Amendment 5: Update Acquisition Support NAICS and GSA SIN to 541611 and 541219 and update the title and size standards.


Amendment 4: Update RFQ for Acquisition Support as it was released on GSA eBuy! (RFQ1803800) on 01 April 2026 with due date of 04 May 2026 at 4:00PM PST; reorganize order of release from Security, Engineering, Finance to Finance, Engineering, Security; and updated estimated release quarters to CY2026Q2 for Financial Management Support, and CY2026Q3 for Engineering Support and Security Support.


Amendment 3: The estimated release date for the SSSV Acquisition Support BPA RFQ only has been updated to be released on Calendar Year 2026, Quarter 1.


Amendment 2: The estimated release date for the SSSV Acquisition Support BPA RFQ only has been updated to be released on Calendar Year 2025, Quarter 4.


Amendment 1: The overview paragraph mentioned released of the remaining four (4) SSSV BPAs on Calendar Year 2025 (CY2025). This is now corrected to say Calendar Year 2026 (CY2026), consistent with the description of the remaining BPAs.


This is a SPECIAL NOTICE to provide updates on the six (6) Strategic Services Vehicle program Commercial Advisory and Assistance Support (A&AS) services BPA Constellations as a follow-up to the Request for Information (RFI) announcement, “SSC Strategic Services Vehicle BPA Constellation Program”, reference RFQ#1789666 posted on 15 December 2025.


Disclaimer


THIS IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY.  This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes – it does not constitute a Request for Quotes (RFQs) or Request for Proposals (RFPs), nor does this information commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Further, the Government is not seeking quotes/proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals. The Government will not entertain questions pertaining to the announcement now, nor any future acquisition for Space Systems Command’s (SSC’s) requirements. The Government will provide updated information once available and will be posted on GSA eBuy for industry awareness.


Overview


The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command, Enterprise Sourcing Division (SSC/PKA) has released three (3) Request For Quotes (RFQs) of the six (6) projected Commercial SSSV Constellation Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs): Administrative Support, Cybersecurity Support, and Acquisition Support. SSC/PKA projects to release the remaining three (3) Commercial solicitation during calendar year 2026 (CY2026) for: Financial Management Support, Engineering Support, and Security Support.  All RFQs will be posted on GSA eBuy only, and a Special Notices For Information Purpose Only regarding the posted solicitations on eBuy to each respective BPA will be posted on SAM.gov to inform industry of potential teaming or subcontract opportunities and encourage Teaming or Subcontract Arrangements with General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Holders.


Below are the remaining three (3) projected SSSV program Constellation BPA timeline for the release of RFQs to establish multiple BPAs for each of the constellations outlined in the RFI against the GSA MAS program, also known as the GSA Federal Supply Schedules (FSS).  The Government’s objective is to release the next in line projected RFQ, Finance Management Support, in CY2026 Quarter 3 (Q3).  Below are the remaining projected Constellations in the likely order of release and with their planned details for planning purpose only. The Government does not have a specific RFQ date, we are aiming for a release in CY2026.


Note: The order and details outlined below are projections and for information purpose only.  No information or order of issuance herein will commit the Government. GSA MAS holders must have the correct NAICS and Category incorporated into their schedule to be eligible for award, so prospective issuers should review their NAICS compliance.


Security Support


  • Magnitude of Work: $132M
  • Small Business Set-Aside: 100% Socioeconomic Set Aside – Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB)
  • NAICS & Size Standard: 541513 Computer Facilities Management $37M
  • PSC/FSC: R499, Support – Professional: Other
  • GSA SIN: 54151S, 518210C, 54151HACS 
  • Potential Maximum Number of Awardees: up to Five (5)
  • Contract Type: Multiple-Award BPA, FFP
  • Services: Commercial A&AS Services
  • Estimated RFQ Release: CY26Q4 (End of Q4)

Engineering Support


  • Magnitude of Work: $50M 
  • Small Business Set-Aside: 100% Socioeconomic Set Aside – Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB)
  • NAICS & Size Standard: 541330 Engineering Services, $25.5
  • PSC/FSC: R499, Support – Professional: Other
  • GSA SIN: 541330ENG
  • Potential Maximum Number of Awardees: up to Five (5)
  • Contract Type: Multiple-Award BPA, FFP
  • Services: Commercial A&AS Services
  • Estimated RFQ Release: CY27Q2 (End of Q2)

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