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    Closed Solicitation · DEPT OF DEFENSE

    Save the Date: Strategic SATCOM Virtual Kick Off

    Issued by DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE · FA8807 MIL COMM AND PNT SSC/CGK
    Sol. FA8807-STRATSAT-VKO1Special NoticeEL SEGUNDO, CA
    Closed
    STATUS
    Closed
    —
    POSTED
    Dec 12, 2025
    Publication date
    NAICS CODE
    —
    Primary industry classification
    PSC CODE
    5700
    Product & service classification

    AI Summary

    The Department of Defense invites industry partners to a Strategic SATCOM Virtual Kick Off on January 8, 2026. This session will outline timelines for whitepaper requests and the Reverse Industry Day. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase Strategic SATCOM prototypes. Key dates include an RFI release in mid-January and a Reverse Industry Day on March 23-24, 2026.

    Contract details

    Solicitation No.
    FA8807-STRATSAT-VKO1
    Notice Type
    Special Notice
    Posted Date
    December 12, 2025
    Response Deadline
    —
    PSC / Class Code
    5700
    Contract Code
    5700
    Issuing Office
    FA8807 MIL COMM AND PNT SSC/CGK
    Sub-Agency
    DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
    Agency
    DEPT OF DEFENSE
    Primary Contact
    Tanya Arellano
    City
    EL SEGUNDO
    State
    CA
    ZIP Code
    90245-2808
    AI Product/Service
    both

    Description

    Dear Valued Industry Partner, Mark your calendars! We invite you to attend our Strategic SATCOM Virtual Kick Off Scheduled for 08 January 2026 from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. PST. This session is to walk-through timelines for whitepaper request and Reverse Industry Day 1:1 Timelines. The purpose is to offer Industry the opportunity to showcase potential Strategic SATCOM prototypes for hosted or free-flyer use in multiple orbits through live demos and targeted pitches. The Reverse Industry Day (RID) will take place on March 23-24 2026, at the SATShow Conference in Washington D.C. This unique opportunity allows industry partners to understand our challenges and needs directly. Join us for a panel discussion featuring: Dr. Todd Sriver (OSD A&S) Col AJ Ashby (SYD 88) Col Jeff Wiesler (MD 8) Col Ryan Rose (SYD 88) Chief Ronald Lerch (HQSF S2) Moderated by: Mr. Jeffrey Hill (GovMilSpace) Key Dates to Remember: Virtual Kick-Off Meeting: January 08, 2026: 09:00-09:30 AM PST RFI Release: Mid-January 2026 Request for Information (RFI) Submission Deadline: Mid- February 2026 Reverse Industry Day Panel: March 23, 2026 (SATShow Conference) One-on-One Meetings with Government Representatives: March 23-24 2026 Register Now: Virtual Kick Off Registration Deadline: 05 January 2026 Virtual Kick-off Meeting Registration: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/vy0rP1f13z Who Should Attend: Defense contractors and technology companies specializing in space, communications, and intelligence domains. Questions? Contact Captain Gerald Hills and Ms. Caroline Chewning at SYD88.SX.RID@spaceforce.mil

    Key dates

    1. December 12, 2025Posted Date

    AI search tags

    satellite communicationsdefense contractingtechnology demonstrationvirtual eventsindustry engagement

    Frequently asked questions

    Save the Date: Strategic SATCOM Virtual Kick Off is a federal acquisition solicitation issued by DEPT OF DEFENSE. Review the full description, attachments, and submission requirements on SamSearch before the response deadline.

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