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This is a sources sought notice (market research) from the Department of Defense regarding rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking spacecraft for responsive launch. No solicitation or contract award is being made at this time.

Scope

Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking (RPO-D) spacecraft
Responsive launch and tasking capability for FY29 and beyond

Not a solicitation — no awardDays to respond: 9

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Details

Place of performance: EL SEGUNDO, California
Buyer type: Federal
Notice type: Sources Sought
Solicitation no.: SYD89-26-RPO-RLSV
Category: Supplies & Equipment
NAICS: NAICS 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)): 109 open RFPs
PSC: PSC 1555 (SPACE VEHICLES)
Evaluation: n/a, market research from notice
Local presence: Not required
Amendments: 10, last Oct 9
Contact: Brandon Villalpando
Office: DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE · FA8819 SDA AND COMBAT POWER SZK-LA
Email: brandon.villalpando@spaceforce.mil
Phone: 310-653-9492

Not stated in the notice: estimated value, contract type, period of performance, quantity, FOB terms. Check the bid documents.

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Key dates

Fri, Sep 18Posted

Not statedQuestions due

Mon, Oct 19 · 12:00 PM PTResponses due · 9 days left Under 14 days

Amendment 1: Fri, Sep 18
Amendment 2: Wed, Sep 23
Amendment 3: Tue, Sep 29
Amendment 4: Thu, Oct 1
Amendment 5: Tue, Oct 6 · The RFI has been updated to include specific details about the RPO-D spacecraft and the information the government is seeking.
Amendment 6: Wed, Oct 7 · description text changed
Amendment 7: Thu, Oct 8 · description text changed
Amendment 8: Thu, Oct 8 · The RFI has been updated to include specific details about the RPO-D spacecraft and the information the government is seeking.
Amendment 9: Fri, Oct 9 · description text changed
Amendment 10: Fri, Oct 9 · The RFI has been updated to include specific details about the RPO-D spacecraft and the information the government is seeking.

Change log

verified Fri, Oct 9 · 9:30 PM PT

Posted · Sources SoughtFri, Sep 18 · 6:50 AM PT
Amendment · New version of the notice posted at the sourceFri, Sep 18 · 7:14 AM PT
Amendment · New version of the notice posted at the sourceWed, Sep 23 · 6:45 AM PT
Amendment · New version of the notice posted at the sourceTue, Sep 29 · 12:24 PM PT
Amendment · New version of the notice posted at the sourceThu, Oct 1 · 6:56 AM PT
Amendment · The RFI has been updated to include specific details about the RPO-D spacecraft and the information the government is seeking.Tue, Oct 6 · 9:31 PM PT
Amendment · description text changedWed, Oct 7 · 9:31 PM PT
Updated · description text changedWed, Oct 7 · 9:31 PM PT
Updated · description text changedWed, Oct 7 · 9:31 PM PT
Amendment · description text changedThu, Oct 8 · 9:31 PM PT
Amendment · The RFI has been updated to include specific details about the RPO-D spacecraft and the information the government is seeking.Thu, Oct 8 · 9:31 PM PT
Amendment · description text changedFri, Oct 9 · 9:31 PM PT
Updated · description text changedFri, Oct 9 · 9:31 PM PT
Amendment · The RFI has been updated to include specific details about the RPO-D spacecraft and the information the government is seeking.Fri, Oct 9 · 9:31 PM PT

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Notice as published

Rendezvous, Proximity Operations (RPO) Threat Response (RTR) VICTUS Responsive Launch Space Vehicle (SV)

The purpose of this RFI is to conduct market research and identify capable industry partners, innovative approaches, and potential solutions for Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking (RPO-D) spacecraft designed for responsive launch and tasking in FY29 and beyond. Specifically, this RFI seeks to gather technical capabilities, clearance levels, and facility security parameters. The collected information will refine the Government's acquisition strategy and shape future program requirements.

See attachment for RFI.

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