National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 1 Request for Proposal (RFP)   4

This is Amendment 1 of the subject RFP. Details of changes are included in the attached Standard Form (SF) 30. This is NOT a Request for Proposals (RFP). Offerors currently in the competition will be notified within the source selection process.

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This is a REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP).

A. Overview

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command's (SSC) operational imperative is to deliver national security space capability to the warfighter to deter/defeat current, emerging, and future threats. The NSSL Phase 3 approach is to provide assured access to space for the integrated space architecture at affordable prices. The Phase 3 Acquisition Strategy consists of a dual-lane approach with two separate contract types to fulfill program and national security requirements.

This RFP is for the Phase 3 Lane 1 procurement only.

B. NSSL Phase 3 Lane 1

1. The Government intends to competitively award multiple award Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. These IDIQ contracts will have a five (5)-year basic ordering period and a 5-year option ordering period. The Government will reopen the original IDIQ solicitation on an annual basis to on-ramp emerging providers or systems.
2. The Lane 1 RFP is attached to this notice. Sensitive RFP documents will be provided via DoD SAFE. Potential offerors must contact the Contracting Officer, Kirsten Prechtl, and courtesy copy the Contract Specialist, Tyler Davis, listed in this notice to receive the sensitive RFP documents.
3. Proposals are due by 1500 Pacific Time on 15 December 2023.

C. NAICS Code

The NAICS code and size standard are 481212 and 1,500 employees, respectively. Small Businesses interested in subcontracting opportunities are encouraged to contact the launch service providers directly. SSC's Small Business POCs can be reached at smallbus@us.af.mil.

D. Questions

Questions concerning the RFP must be directed to the Contracting Officer, Kirsten Prechtl, and courtesy copied to the Contract Specialist, Tyler Davis, listed in this notice.