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Tactical Communications (RF & Optical) Development

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Response Deadline03/03/2027, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract under the Space Development Agency focuses on the development of resilient beyond-line-of-sight tactical communications and space data transport systems for prime contractors on PWSA projects. The scope of work includes designing advanced tactical data links, novel waveforms, and message translation capabilities via alternate networks, utilizing both optical interconnects and RF transceivers. The project requires the delivery of architecture studies, concept of operations, modeling, simulation, and risk-reduction prototypes. This effort falls under NAICS code 334220 and is managed by the Department of Defense. The response deadline for this opportunity is March 3, 2027.

General Info

SDA subcontract for resilient tactical communications and space data transport systems by 2027.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2401 Space Development Agency Sda

NAICS

334220 - Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

VA, 20151, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA240126S0001.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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SDA Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) - Systems, Technologies, and Emerging Capabilities (STEC) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

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PostedMar 13

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Response DeadlineMar 3

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Response Deadline

03/03/2027, 05:00:00 AM UTCin 4 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2401 Space Development Agency Sda

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Develops resilient beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) tactical communications and space data transport systems for prime contractors on Space Development Agency (SDA) PWSA projects. Designs advanced tactical data links, novel waveforms, and message translation via alternate networks. Utilizes optical interconnects and RF transceivers. Delivers architecture studies, CONOPS, modeling, simulation, and risk-reduction prototypes.

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