USSPACECOM

The USSPACECOM line item (LI 835210) in the Air Force's FY2026 Other Procurement budget is dedicated to the fit-out and operationalization of the Consolidated Space Operations Facility (CSOF) at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado. The CSOF is a critical infrastructure project designed to support United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) and its subordinate organizations, including the National Space Defense Center (NSDC) and the Combined Joint Force Space Component Commander (CJFSCC). The facility will provide a secure, technologically advanced environment for command and control (C2) of space operations, supporting both current and future mission requirements.

The primary goal of this budget line is to complete the CSOF's operational capabilities beyond the basic construction funded by Military Construction (MILCON). Specifically, the funding enables the procurement and installation of mission-critical components such as security systems, C4I/IT infrastructure, specialized furniture, computer and server equipment, audio-visual systems, and classified administrative and collaboration spaces. These elements are essential for supporting space warfighting missions, facilitating decision-quality information flow, and ensuring the readiness of USSPACECOM's operational centers.

Network procurements are a significant component of the CSOF fit-out, with funding allocated for the acquisition and installation of advanced networking hardware and systems. These procurements are necessary to establish highly reliable and secure communications channels within the facility, enabling real-time data exchange and coordination across USSPACECOM, NSDC, CJFSCC, and remote sites such as the Combined Space Operations Center (CSpOC). The network infrastructure supports both classified and unclassified operations, ensuring robust connectivity for mission execution and collaboration.

Operations center procurements focus on equipping the CSOF's command and control spaces with specialized hardware, workstations, and operational support systems. These procurements are tailored to the unique requirements of space operations, including orbital warfare and space domain awareness. The operations centers will serve as the nerve centers for USSPACECOM's mission execution, providing the necessary tools for monitoring, decision-making, and directing space assets. The timeline for these procurements is driven by long-lead items and the need for certification prior to building occupancy, targeted for FY27.

Data center and server room procurements are aimed at establishing secure, high-capacity computing environments within the CSOF. These procurements include servers, storage systems, and supporting infrastructure to host mission systems, enable modeling and simulation activities, and support cyber terrain range operations. The data center is designed to be scalable and adaptable, accommodating future growth in mission requirements and technological advancements.

C4I/IT auditorium procurements and furniture allocations ensure that the CSOF's large auditorium, conference rooms, and collaboration spaces are fully equipped for operational briefings, training, and joint mission planning. The auditorium, the largest on the Front Range, will support large-scale events and multi-agency coordination. Specialized furniture and equipment will enhance the functionality and comfort of administrative and operational areas.