USSF 21st Communication Support Squadron Services

The United States Space Force is issuing a Sources‑Sought Request for Information (FA8723‑26‑R‑B006) to identify potential contractors capable of providing Operations, Maintenance, and Management (O&M) support for the 21st Communications Squadron at Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station and the Defense Red Switch Network at Peterson Space Force Base. The Government seeks information on barriers to competition, estimated costs and schedule required to transition (“on‑ramp”) O&M services from the current NISSC II task order to a short‑term bridge effort, and the availability of personnel with the necessary security clearances and skill sets. Respondents must also flag any additional costs associated with the anticipated one‑year base period plus two six‑month options (a reduction from the originally planned 7.5‑year award) and describe required actions such as CAC turnover and staffing changes. Responses are limited to 20 pages and must be submitted electronically to Contracting Officer Heather Baldwin and Contract Specialist Nyles Duffield (heather.baldwin.4@spaceforce.mil; nyles.duffield@spaceforce.mil) no later than 2:00 PM MDT on 15 May 2026. The eventual award is expected to be placed on the GSA Alliant 2 Multiple‑Award IDIQ vehicle, with the bridge contract bridging the gap between the NISSC II completion and the forthcoming CNECTS Commercial Solutions Opening scheduled for award in December 2026 and onboarding in June 2027. This RFI is for information only; the Government will not pay for responses and is not committing to a future solicitation.

Notice ID

d93fe5b3b8744165913024b5a055ea52

Solicitation Number

FA8723-26-R-B006

NAICS Code

811210

Classification Code

R499