Place of performanceKirtland AFB, NM, 87117, United States
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This is a Request for Proposal for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program, supporting satellite ground system and operations center engineering. The IDIQ has an anticipated total ceiling of $389M, with a response deadline of September 17, 2026. [4]
Key points
Contract requires developing a Quality Control Plan for all deliverables. [1]
Contractors must provide reports integrating technical accomplishments and schedule progress. [3]
Watch items
The program supports satellite ground system and operations center work. [2]
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Attachment+01+HADES+Basic+IDIQ+PWS+20260820.pdf5.2.5.1 The contractor shall develop, provide, and implement a Quality Control Plan that establishes processes, procedures, inspection criteria, performance metrics, and corrective action mechanisms for ensuring quality of all deliverables, services, and work products in accordance with Government standards and task order requirements.
(U)+Section+L+Attch+F+Ground+Support_PWS_v3.8_20260724.pdf5.1 (U) HADES IDIQ Requirements The following services/actions are derived from the specific sections found within the HADES IDIQ Basic PWS as annotated by the numbering below. 3.0 – Scope ☒ 3.1 ☒ 3.2 ☒ 3.3 ☒ 3.4 ☒ 3.5 ☒ 3.6 6. (U) ACCESS TO DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE COMPUTER SYSTEMS.
Attachment+01+HADES+Basic+IDIQ+PWS+20260820.pdf5.2.1.8 The contractor shall provide reports and information reviews integrating technical accomplishments with the schedule and work progress for each TO on contract.
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5.2.5.1 The contractor shall develop, provide, and implement a Quality Control Plan that establishes processes, procedures, inspection criteria, performance metrics, and corrective action mechanisms for ensuring quality of all deliverables, services, and work products in accordance with Government standards and task order requirements.
5.1 (U) HADES IDIQ Requirements The following services/actions are derived from the specific sections found within the HADES IDIQ Basic PWS as annotated by the numbering below. 3.0 – Scope ☒ 3.1 ☒ 3.2 ☒ 3.3 ☒ 3.4 ☒ 3.5 ☒ 3.6 6. (U) ACCESS TO DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE COMPUTER SYSTEMS.
5.2.1.8 The contractor shall provide reports and information reviews integrating technical accomplishments with the schedule and work progress for each TO on contract.
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1 September 2026 - FA8809-26-R-B002 Amendment 0002 The purpose of Amendment 0002 is to update Section L&M, in addition to updates to Attachment 1 - HADES Basic IDIQ PWS, Attachment 2 - Ordering Instructions, Attachment 3 - Award Fee Plan, Attachment 8 - Rights in Data, and Exhibit A - HADES IDIQ CDRLs. The ceiling for the IDIQ has also been increased to $389M. The ceiling increase is due to updated assumptions regarding possible future work on the HADES contract. Additionally, Questions and Answers received since Amendment 0001 are included with this posting. Two documents are included in the bidder's library regarding posting an offer on the PIEE Solicitation module. Please note that the PIEE Solicitation Module will allow updates to offers. Offerors Past Performance volume early submittal will not prevent proposal updates or modification, allowing for the remainder of the proposal volumes to be submitted by the closing date. 20 August 2026 - FA8809-26-R-B002 Amendment 0001 The purpose of Amendment 0001 is to make updates and clarifications to the solicitation. Updated documents include: Section J Attachment 1 HADES Basic IDIQ PWS for administrative changes Section J Attachment 2 Ordering Instruction for administrative changes Section J Attachment 3 Award Fee Plan - change to Annex 2 regarding small business Section J Attachment 8 Rights in data to correct contradiction with section L Exhibit A HADES CDRLS Section L and M for administrative changes and clarifications. Additionally, the Bidder's libarry has been updated with the following documents: Bidder's Library Update 20 August 2026 HADES RFP Q&A Amendment 0001 Pursuant to RFO 15.203, this RFP communicates Government requirements to prospective contractors and solicits proposals for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program. The program is being executed by the Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The HADES program provides support for satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The anticipated period of performance of this IDIQ includes a base period of three (3) years with four (4) option periods for one (1) year each, making a total ordering period of 7 years. The total ceiling for this contract is $300M. The Government anticipates a single award IDIQ Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type. Vendors are highly encouraged to register in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module. Proposal submission through PIEE is required. The Vendor Registration Guide is attached to this RFP. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. The Government requests proposal submissions on or before 17 September 2026, 1:00 PM MOUNTAIN TIME Please direct all questions and inquiries regarding this RFP to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil.
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Description20 August 2026 - FA8809-26-R-B002 Amendment 0001 The purpose of Amendment 0001 is to make updates and clarifications to the solicitation. Updated documents include: Section J Attachment 1 HADES Basic IDIQ PWS for administrative changes Section J Attachment 2 Ordering Instruction for administrative changes Section J Attachment 3 Award Fee Plan - change to Annex 2 regarding small business Section J Attachment 8 Rights in data to correct contradiction with section L Exhibit A HADES CDRLS Section L and M for administrative changes and clarifications. Additionally, the Bidder's libarry has been updated with the following documents: Bidder's Library Update 20 August 2026 HADES RFP Q&A Amendment 0001 Pursuant to RFO 15.203, this RFP communicates Government requirements to prospective contractors and solicits proposals for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program. The program is being executed by the Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The HADES program provides support for satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The anticipated period of performance of this IDIQ includes a base period of three (3) years with four (4) option periods for one (1) year each, making a total ordering period of 7 years. The total ceiling for this contract is $300M. The Government anticipates a single award IDIQ Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type. Vendors are highly encouraged to register in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module. Proposal submission through PIEE is required. The Vendor Registration Guide is attached to this RFP. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. The Government requests proposal submissions on or before 17 September 2026, 1:00 PM MOUNTAIN TIME Please direct all questions and inquiries regarding this RFP to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil.1 September 2026 - FA8809-26-R-B002 Amendment 0002 The purpose of Amendment 0002 is to update Section L&M, in addition to updates to Attachment 1 - HADES Basic IDIQ PWS, Attachment 2 - Ordering Instructions, Attachment 3 - Award Fee Plan, Attachment 8 - Rights in Data, and Exhibit A - HADES IDIQ CDRLs. The ceiling for the IDIQ has also been increased to $389M. The ceiling increase is due to updated assumptions regarding possible future work on the HADES contract. Additionally, Questions and Answers received since Amendment 0001 are included with this posting. Two documents are included in the bidder's library regarding posting an offer on the PIEE Solicitation module. Please note that the PIEE Solicitation Module will allow updates to offers. Offerors Past Performance volume early submittal will not prevent proposal updates or modification, allowing for the remainder of the proposal volumes to be submitted by the closing date. 20 August 2026 - FA8809-26-R-B002 Amendment 0001 The purpose of Amendment 0001 is to make updates and clarifications to the solicitation. Updated documents include: Section J Attachment 1 HADES Basic IDIQ PWS for administrative changes Section J Attachment 2 Ordering Instruction for administrative changes Section J Attachment 3 Award Fee Plan - change to Annex 2 regarding small business Section J Attachment 8 Rights in data to correct contradiction with section L Exhibit A HADES CDRLS Section L and M for administrative changes and clarifications. Additionally, the Bidder's libarry has been updated with the following documents: Bidder's Library Update 20 August 2026 HADES RFP Q&A Amendment 0001 Pursuant to RFO 15.203, this RFP communicates Government requirements to prospective contractors and solicits proposals for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program. The program is being executed by the Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The HADES program provides support for satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The anticipated period of performance of this IDIQ includes a base period of three (3) years with four (4) option periods for one (1) year each, making a total ordering period of 7 years. The total ceiling for this contract is $300M. The Government anticipates a single award IDIQ Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type. Vendors are highly encouraged to register in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module. Proposal submission through PIEE is required. The Vendor Registration Guide is attached to this RFP. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. The Government requests proposal submissions on or before 17 September 2026, 1:00 PM MOUNTAIN TIME Please direct all questions and inquiries regarding this RFP to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil.Documents4560
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DescriptionPursuant to RFO 15.203, this RFP communicates Government requirements to prospective contractors and solicits proposals for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program. The program is being executed by the Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The HADES program provides support for satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The anticipated period of performance of this IDIQ includes a base period of three (3) years with four (4) option periods for one (1) year each, making a total ordering period of 7 years. The total ceiling for this contract is $300M. The Government anticipates a single award IDIQ Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type. Vendors are highly encouraged to register in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module. Proposal submission through PIEE is required. The Vendor Registration Guide is attached to this RFP. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. The Government requests proposal submissions on or before 17 September 2026, 1:00 PM MOUNTAIN TIME Please direct all questions and inquiries regarding this RFP to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil.20 August 2026 - FA8809-26-R-B002 Amendment 0001 The purpose of Amendment 0001 is to make updates and clarifications to the solicitation. Updated documents include: Section J Attachment 1 HADES Basic IDIQ PWS for administrative changes Section J Attachment 2 Ordering Instruction for administrative changes Section J Attachment 3 Award Fee Plan - change to Annex 2 regarding small business Section J Attachment 8 Rights in data to correct contradiction with section L Exhibit A HADES CDRLS Section L and M for administrative changes and clarifications. Additionally, the Bidder's libarry has been updated with the following documents: Bidder's Library Update 20 August 2026 HADES RFP Q&A Amendment 0001 Pursuant to RFO 15.203, this RFP communicates Government requirements to prospective contractors and solicits proposals for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program. The program is being executed by the Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The HADES program provides support for satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The anticipated period of performance of this IDIQ includes a base period of three (3) years with four (4) option periods for one (1) year each, making a total ordering period of 7 years. The total ceiling for this contract is $300M. The Government anticipates a single award IDIQ Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type. Vendors are highly encouraged to register in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module. Proposal submission through PIEE is required. The Vendor Registration Guide is attached to this RFP. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. The Government requests proposal submissions on or before 17 September 2026, 1:00 PM MOUNTAIN TIME Please direct all questions and inquiries regarding this RFP to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil.Documents3045
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TitleHADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for ProposalHADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Request for ProposalNotice typePresolicitationSolicitationResponse deadline2026-03-20T22:00:00+00:002026-09-17T19:00:00+00:00Archive date2026-07-302027-02-09Description7/2/2026 Update Updated DRAFT version of sections L&M are included. Three Appendices for Section L are also included that were not in the previous drafts. Please note that the FAR and DFARS references will be updated with Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) and R-DFARS references. No Task Order PWS's are included with this update, but will be included with the official RFP release. The basic IDIQ ordering period is still contemplated as a 3 year base ordering period and four, 1 year options. The pricing for the Task Orders, due to Fiscal Law requirements, will be priced yearly as indicated in Section L Appendix A, and Section M Table 27. 6/5/2026 Update - RSC Site Visit The Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SSC/SYD89/SD), Prototype Ground Development and Sustainment Branch (SDG) at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM is holding an RSC Site visit for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) follow-on contract. The RSC site visit objective is to provide a tour and overview of the RSC and ground systems to better inform prospective offerors prior to proposal receipt. The RSC site visit will be held on Thursday 25 June 2026. Tentative schedule: 0800: Arrive at Building 414, 3548 Aberdeen Ave SE, Kirtland AFB for check-in and visitor badge 0830: A short briefing at the Unclassified level to go over ground rules regarding the RSC site visit 0900 RSC site visit - TS//SCI (SI/TK) There will be an Unclassified Q&A session after the tour is complete, with the overall event ending at approximately 1130 MT. The Government will not hold one-on-one meetings during this event. There is limited space in the RSC, so the Government is limiting participation to no more than 2 personnel per teaming arrangement and no more than 30 personnel total. The RSC site visit will be at the TS//SCI (SI/TK) level, so please plan to send attendees that already hold the appropriate clearance. Submit all inquiries and RSVPs to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil. RSVPs should include: name, nationality, security clearance and title of all attendees, as well as contact info (e-mail and phone number) for the Primary POC. We must ask that you limit your party's attendance to no more than 2 personnel per team. Attending the RSC site visit will require base access. If your representatives do not have base access, they will need to obtain a short-term pass by filling out the form here: https://www.kirtland.af.mil/Portals/52/VisitorForm.pdf which needs to be submitted to the Visitor Center at the Truman Gate by a sponsor not earlier than three days prior to the visit date. Please see the attached "Contents of a Visit Request" and "DISS Visit Request Form" as each attendee will have to submit this form in order to attend the RSC Site Visit. RSVPs and VARs must be submitted no later than 19 June 2026. Due to the size limitations, RSVPs will be accepted on a first come basis. There is parking available across the street from the building. The address is: Building 414, Conference Room 3 3548 Aberdeen Ave SE Kirtland AFB, NM 87117 5/29/2026 Update - SSC/SYD89/SD is updating and clarifying the evaluation criteria for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) Services contract. Due to the updates, the release of the RFP is delayed. An updated draft Section L&M is expected to be released soon. An executive summary of the updated L&M is being posted with this update to provide a preview of the coming changes in the updated section L&M. The previous two Technical subfactors have been further developed and refined into 5 subfactors as follows: Subfactor 1.1 - Program Management: Administrative Requirements - Pass/Fail Subfactor 1.2 - Program Management: Staffing/Labor Profile - Adjectival (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.3 - Program Management: Emerging Requirements Response (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.4 - Systems Engineering: SE Approach and Methodology (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.5 - Systems Engineering: Configuration Management - Pass/Fail Subfactors 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 were previously combined under the program management subfactor, and Subfactor 1.4 and 1.5 were combined under the Systems Engineering subfactor. 5/6/2026 Update - The second round of Questions and Answers have been included. The Government expects to release an updated draft of L&M in the coming weeks based on industry feedback. Official RFP is expcted to be released by end of May 2026 pending any delays due to changes. 3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.Pursuant to RFO 15.203, this RFP communicates Government requirements to prospective contractors and solicits proposals for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program. The program is being executed by the Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The HADES program provides support for satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The anticipated period of performance of this IDIQ includes a base period of three (3) years with four (4) option periods for one (1) year each, making a total ordering period of 7 years. The total ceiling for this contract is $300M. The Government anticipates a single award IDIQ Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type. Vendors are highly encouraged to register in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module. Proposal submission through PIEE is required. The Vendor Registration Guide is attached to this RFP. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. The Government requests proposal submissions on or before 17 September 2026, 1:00 PM MOUNTAIN TIME Please direct all questions and inquiries regarding this RFP to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil.Documents40Removed
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Description6/5/2026 Update - RSC Site Visit The Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SSC/SYD89/SD), Prototype Ground Development and Sustainment Branch (SDG) at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM is holding an RSC Site visit for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) follow-on contract. The RSC site visit objective is to provide a tour and overview of the RSC and ground systems to better inform prospective offerors prior to proposal receipt. The RSC site visit will be held on Thursday 25 June 2026. Tentative schedule: 0800: Arrive at Building 414, 3548 Aberdeen Ave SE, Kirtland AFB for check-in and visitor badge 0830: A short briefing at the Unclassified level to go over ground rules regarding the RSC site visit 0900 RSC site visit - TS//SCI (SI/TK) There will be an Unclassified Q&A session after the tour is complete, with the overall event ending at approximately 1130 MT. The Government will not hold one-on-one meetings during this event. There is limited space in the RSC, so the Government is limiting participation to no more than 2 personnel per teaming arrangement and no more than 30 personnel total. The RSC site visit will be at the TS//SCI (SI/TK) level, so please plan to send attendees that already hold the appropriate clearance. Submit all inquiries and RSVPs to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil. RSVPs should include: name, nationality, security clearance and title of all attendees, as well as contact info (e-mail and phone number) for the Primary POC. We must ask that you limit your party's attendance to no more than 2 personnel per team. Attending the RSC site visit will require base access. If your representatives do not have base access, they will need to obtain a short-term pass by filling out the form here: https://www.kirtland.af.mil/Portals/52/VisitorForm.pdf which needs to be submitted to the Visitor Center at the Truman Gate by a sponsor not earlier than three days prior to the visit date. Please see the attached "Contents of a Visit Request" and "DISS Visit Request Form" as each attendee will have to submit this form in order to attend the RSC Site Visit. RSVPs and VARs must be submitted no later than 19 June 2026. Due to the size limitations, RSVPs will be accepted on a first come basis. There is parking available across the street from the building. The address is: Building 414, Conference Room 3 3548 Aberdeen Ave SE Kirtland AFB, NM 87117 5/29/2026 Update - SSC/SYD89/SD is updating and clarifying the evaluation criteria for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) Services contract. Due to the updates, the release of the RFP is delayed. An updated draft Section L&M is expected to be released soon. An executive summary of the updated L&M is being posted with this update to provide a preview of the coming changes in the updated section L&M. The previous two Technical subfactors have been further developed and refined into 5 subfactors as follows: Subfactor 1.1 - Program Management: Administrative Requirements - Pass/Fail Subfactor 1.2 - Program Management: Staffing/Labor Profile - Adjectival (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.3 - Program Management: Emerging Requirements Response (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.4 - Systems Engineering: SE Approach and Methodology (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.5 - Systems Engineering: Configuration Management - Pass/Fail Subfactors 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 were previously combined under the program management subfactor, and Subfactor 1.4 and 1.5 were combined under the Systems Engineering subfactor. 5/6/2026 Update - The second round of Questions and Answers have been included. The Government expects to release an updated draft of L&M in the coming weeks based on industry feedback. Official RFP is expcted to be released by end of May 2026 pending any delays due to changes. 3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.7/2/2026 Update Updated DRAFT version of sections L&M are included. Three Appendices for Section L are also included that were not in the previous drafts. Please note that the FAR and DFARS references will be updated with Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) and R-DFARS references. No Task Order PWS's are included with this update, but will be included with the official RFP release. The basic IDIQ ordering period is still contemplated as a 3 year base ordering period and four, 1 year options. The pricing for the Task Orders, due to Fiscal Law requirements, will be priced yearly as indicated in Section L Appendix A, and Section M Table 27. 6/5/2026 Update - RSC Site Visit The Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SSC/SYD89/SD), Prototype Ground Development and Sustainment Branch (SDG) at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM is holding an RSC Site visit for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) follow-on contract. The RSC site visit objective is to provide a tour and overview of the RSC and ground systems to better inform prospective offerors prior to proposal receipt. The RSC site visit will be held on Thursday 25 June 2026. Tentative schedule: 0800: Arrive at Building 414, 3548 Aberdeen Ave SE, Kirtland AFB for check-in and visitor badge 0830: A short briefing at the Unclassified level to go over ground rules regarding the RSC site visit 0900 RSC site visit - TS//SCI (SI/TK) There will be an Unclassified Q&A session after the tour is complete, with the overall event ending at approximately 1130 MT. The Government will not hold one-on-one meetings during this event. There is limited space in the RSC, so the Government is limiting participation to no more than 2 personnel per teaming arrangement and no more than 30 personnel total. The RSC site visit will be at the TS//SCI (SI/TK) level, so please plan to send attendees that already hold the appropriate clearance. Submit all inquiries and RSVPs to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil. RSVPs should include: name, nationality, security clearance and title of all attendees, as well as contact info (e-mail and phone number) for the Primary POC. We must ask that you limit your party's attendance to no more than 2 personnel per team. Attending the RSC site visit will require base access. If your representatives do not have base access, they will need to obtain a short-term pass by filling out the form here: https://www.kirtland.af.mil/Portals/52/VisitorForm.pdf which needs to be submitted to the Visitor Center at the Truman Gate by a sponsor not earlier than three days prior to the visit date. Please see the attached "Contents of a Visit Request" and "DISS Visit Request Form" as each attendee will have to submit this form in order to attend the RSC Site Visit. RSVPs and VARs must be submitted no later than 19 June 2026. Due to the size limitations, RSVPs will be accepted on a first come basis. There is parking available across the street from the building. The address is: Building 414, Conference Room 3 3548 Aberdeen Ave SE Kirtland AFB, NM 87117 5/29/2026 Update - SSC/SYD89/SD is updating and clarifying the evaluation criteria for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) Services contract. Due to the updates, the release of the RFP is delayed. An updated draft Section L&M is expected to be released soon. An executive summary of the updated L&M is being posted with this update to provide a preview of the coming changes in the updated section L&M. The previous two Technical subfactors have been further developed and refined into 5 subfactors as follows: Subfactor 1.1 - Program Management: Administrative Requirements - Pass/Fail Subfactor 1.2 - Program Management: Staffing/Labor Profile - Adjectival (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.3 - Program Management: Emerging Requirements Response (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.4 - Systems Engineering: SE Approach and Methodology (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.5 - Systems Engineering: Configuration Management - Pass/Fail Subfactors 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 were previously combined under the program management subfactor, and Subfactor 1.4 and 1.5 were combined under the Systems Engineering subfactor. 5/6/2026 Update - The second round of Questions and Answers have been included. The Government expects to release an updated draft of L&M in the coming weeks based on industry feedback. Official RFP is expcted to be released by end of May 2026 pending any delays due to changes. 3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.Documents3540
Jun 5, 2026 · 3 fields changed
Archive date2026-06-302026-07-30Description5/29/2026 Update - SSC/SYD89/SD is updating and clarifying the evaluation criteria for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) Services contract. Due to the updates, the release of the RFP is delayed. An updated draft Section L&M is expected to be released soon. An executive summary of the updated L&M is being posted with this update to provide a preview of the coming changes in the updated section L&M. The previous two Technical subfactors have been further developed and refined into 5 subfactors as follows: Subfactor 1.1 - Program Management: Administrative Requirements - Pass/Fail Subfactor 1.2 - Program Management: Staffing/Labor Profile - Adjectival (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.3 - Program Management: Emerging Requirements Response (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.4 - Systems Engineering: SE Approach and Methodology (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.5 - Systems Engineering: Configuration Management - Pass/Fail Subfactors 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 were previously combined under the program management subfactor, and Subfactor 1.4 and 1.5 were combined under the Systems Engineering subfactor. 5/6/2026 Update - The second round of Questions and Answers have been included. The Government expects to release an updated draft of L&M in the coming weeks based on industry feedback. Official RFP is expcted to be released by end of May 2026 pending any delays due to changes. 3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.6/5/2026 Update - RSC Site Visit The Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SSC/SYD89/SD), Prototype Ground Development and Sustainment Branch (SDG) at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM is holding an RSC Site visit for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) follow-on contract. The RSC site visit objective is to provide a tour and overview of the RSC and ground systems to better inform prospective offerors prior to proposal receipt. The RSC site visit will be held on Thursday 25 June 2026. Tentative schedule: 0800: Arrive at Building 414, 3548 Aberdeen Ave SE, Kirtland AFB for check-in and visitor badge 0830: A short briefing at the Unclassified level to go over ground rules regarding the RSC site visit 0900 RSC site visit - TS//SCI (SI/TK) There will be an Unclassified Q&A session after the tour is complete, with the overall event ending at approximately 1130 MT. The Government will not hold one-on-one meetings during this event. There is limited space in the RSC, so the Government is limiting participation to no more than 2 personnel per teaming arrangement and no more than 30 personnel total. The RSC site visit will be at the TS//SCI (SI/TK) level, so please plan to send attendees that already hold the appropriate clearance. Submit all inquiries and RSVPs to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil. RSVPs should include: name, nationality, security clearance and title of all attendees, as well as contact info (e-mail and phone number) for the Primary POC. We must ask that you limit your party's attendance to no more than 2 personnel per team. Attending the RSC site visit will require base access. If your representatives do not have base access, they will need to obtain a short-term pass by filling out the form here: https://www.kirtland.af.mil/Portals/52/VisitorForm.pdf which needs to be submitted to the Visitor Center at the Truman Gate by a sponsor not earlier than three days prior to the visit date. Please see the attached "Contents of a Visit Request" and "DISS Visit Request Form" as each attendee will have to submit this form in order to attend the RSC Site Visit. RSVPs and VARs must be submitted no later than 19 June 2026. Due to the size limitations, RSVPs will be accepted on a first come basis. There is parking available across the street from the building. The address is: Building 414, Conference Room 3 3548 Aberdeen Ave SE Kirtland AFB, NM 87117 5/29/2026 Update - SSC/SYD89/SD is updating and clarifying the evaluation criteria for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) Services contract. Due to the updates, the release of the RFP is delayed. An updated draft Section L&M is expected to be released soon. An executive summary of the updated L&M is being posted with this update to provide a preview of the coming changes in the updated section L&M. The previous two Technical subfactors have been further developed and refined into 5 subfactors as follows: Subfactor 1.1 - Program Management: Administrative Requirements - Pass/Fail Subfactor 1.2 - Program Management: Staffing/Labor Profile - Adjectival (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.3 - Program Management: Emerging Requirements Response (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.4 - Systems Engineering: SE Approach and Methodology (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.5 - Systems Engineering: Configuration Management - Pass/Fail Subfactors 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 were previously combined under the program management subfactor, and Subfactor 1.4 and 1.5 were combined under the Systems Engineering subfactor. 5/6/2026 Update - The second round of Questions and Answers have been included. The Government expects to release an updated draft of L&M in the coming weeks based on industry feedback. Official RFP is expcted to be released by end of May 2026 pending any delays due to changes. 3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.Documents3235
May 29, 2026 · 3 fields changed
Archive date2026-05-302026-06-30Description5/6/2026 Update - The second round of Questions and Answers have been included. The Government expects to release an updated draft of L&M in the coming weeks based on industry feedback. Official RFP is expcted to be released by end of May 2026 pending any delays due to changes. 3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.5/29/2026 Update - SSC/SYD89/SD is updating and clarifying the evaluation criteria for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) Services contract. Due to the updates, the release of the RFP is delayed. An updated draft Section L&M is expected to be released soon. An executive summary of the updated L&M is being posted with this update to provide a preview of the coming changes in the updated section L&M. The previous two Technical subfactors have been further developed and refined into 5 subfactors as follows: Subfactor 1.1 - Program Management: Administrative Requirements - Pass/Fail Subfactor 1.2 - Program Management: Staffing/Labor Profile - Adjectival (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.3 - Program Management: Emerging Requirements Response (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.4 - Systems Engineering: SE Approach and Methodology (Technical Capability & Technical Risk) Subfactor 1.5 - Systems Engineering: Configuration Management - Pass/Fail Subfactors 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 were previously combined under the program management subfactor, and Subfactor 1.4 and 1.5 were combined under the Systems Engineering subfactor. 5/6/2026 Update - The second round of Questions and Answers have been included. The Government expects to release an updated draft of L&M in the coming weeks based on industry feedback. Official RFP is expcted to be released by end of May 2026 pending any delays due to changes. 3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.Documents3132
May 6, 2026 · 3 fields changed
Archive date2026-05-202026-05-30Description3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.5/6/2026 Update - The second round of Questions and Answers have been included. The Government expects to release an updated draft of L&M in the coming weeks based on industry feedback. Official RFP is expcted to be released by end of May 2026 pending any delays due to changes. 3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.Documents3031
Mar 17, 2026 · 1 field changed
Description3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.3/17/2026 Update - Updating the Jaguar and Ground Control PWS with a PDF document due to permissions issues in the previously uploaded word format. 3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.
Mar 16, 2026 · 2 fields changed
Description3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.3/16/2026 Update - Adding updated version of the Performance Work Statements for the Basic IDIQ and three Task Orders. Adding updated Notional Staffing for Ground Control TO Adding updated Notional Schedule 3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.Documents2430
Mar 9, 2026 · 2 fields changed
Description1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Unlimited Government Data Rights and request low, medium, or high impact on anticipated cost per CDRL listed in Attachment 9 of the solicitation. CDRL attachment will be added week of 26 January 2026. Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Individual TO PWS will be added week of 26 January 2026. Request feedback on Development PWS task order in regards to completeness and understanding the requirement in relation to all task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. Please note that on this initial Draft RFP there are some documents missing such as the complete CDRL list, and the Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP in one concise document to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.3/9/2026 Update - Adding updated copy of the draft RFP FA8809-26-R-B002, please note that many clauses will have deviations or will be updated due to the Revolutionary Far Overhaul. Expect to see many updated clauses and deviations in the final RFP. Adding updated section L&M Adding updated Award Fee Plan Adding updated Ordering Instructions Adding GFP list Adding draft CDRLs Adding HADES notional schedule Adding OCI Mitigation Plan checklist referenced in Section L Adding Questions/Comments and Answers received up to 20 Feb 26 Please review and continue sending questions and comments. 1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. The Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.Documents1324
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DescriptionThis pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Unlimited Government Data Rights and request low, medium, or high impact on anticipated cost per CDRL listed in Attachment 9 of the solicitation. CDRL attachment will be added week of 26 January 2026. Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Individual TO PWS will be added week of 26 January 2026. Request feedback on Development PWS task order in regards to completeness and understanding the requirement in relation to all task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. Please note that on this initial Draft RFP there are some documents missing such as the complete CDRL list, and the Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP in one concise document to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.1/28/2026 Update - Adding three Task Order (TO) Performance Work Statements (PWS's), three notional staffing plans for the TO PWS's as identified in Sections L&M. Also clarifying engagements and questions: Please send your questions and comments to the POCs listed below early. We plan to update the Draft RFP and post them as we receive your feedback. This pre-solicitation notice is to provide a DRAFT Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) contract. The Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico intends to release a solicitation for a competitive Cost-Reimbursable (CR) with Cost-Plus-Award-Fee (CPAF), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), and Cost CLINs contract to support satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The required services are described in the draft RFP. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents. In accordance with FAR Part 15.201, Exchanges with Industry before Receipt of Proposals, the Space Systems Command (SSC) Innovation and Prototyping Delta (SD) is pleased to provide copies of the draft RFP for the HADES program. This draft RFP is provided to assist prospective offerors in the planning and development of proposals for future submission pending release of the final version. The information in this draft pre-solicitation is subject to change prior to release of the final RFP. The final RFP is scheduled to be released in Spring 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code for this DRAFT is 541715. The HADES team is encouraging industry input, comments, and questions from all interested companies. The purpose of exchanging information is to identify and resolve concerns regarding the acquisition and to improve the understanding of Government requirements and industry capabilities, thereby allowing potential offerors to judge whether or how they can satisfy the Government's requirements, and enhancing the Government's ability to obtain quality supplies and services at reasonable prices, and increase efficiency in proposal preparation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, and contract award. The government intends to post all questions/comments with answers on SAM.Gov, unless the questions/comments are marked company proprietary. Please limit the proprietary questions/comments as much as possible. The HADES team is interested in industry comments and feedback in the following key areas: Request feedback on Unlimited Government Data Rights and request low, medium, or high impact on anticipated cost per CDRL listed in Attachment 9 of the solicitation. CDRL attachment will be added week of 26 January 2026. Request feedback on Performance Work Statement (PWS) structure in relation to overall structure, format, ease of use/ understanding the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for consistency in proposing the WBS for individual task orders. Individual TO PWS will be added week of 26 January 2026. Request feedback on Development PWS task order in regards to completeness and understanding the requirement in relation to all task orders. Request feedback with respect to completeness, clarity, and understanding on the Award Fee Plan. Request feedback regarding appropriateness, adequacy, and sufficiency on documents currently provided in the draft RFP. Please note that on this initial Draft RFP there are some documents missing such as the complete CDRL list, and the Government intends to add to the draft RFP and make changes throughout the comment period in response to feedback. Please provide your inputs, comments, and questions regarding the draft RFP in one concise document to the following inbox: alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil or john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil no later than 20 March 2026. Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov. This pre-solicitation notice is for planning purposes only and does not commit the Government to any contractual agreement. The Government will not award a contract based upon vendor responses to this announcement. The Government does not assume any costs associated with obtaining the draft solicitation documents or industry responses to the draft solicitation documents.Documents713