Opportunities / DEPT OF DEFENSE

Communications, Network, Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Information Technology Services (CNECTS), aka "Connects"

Description (excerpt)

The Space Acquisition and Integration Office (SAIO), on behalf of the 21st Communications Squadron (21 CS) under Space Operations Command (SpOC) at Peterson SFB (PSFB), CO, is currently exploring the feasibility of consolidating several communications contracts across PSFB, Schriever SFB (SSFB), and Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS). 01 May 2026 Updated: Release of Consolidated Questions and Answers (Q&As) and Updated PEDS PWS. The Government is pleased to announce the release of the long-awaited consolidated Questions and Answers (Q&A) matrix resulting from the recent industry engagement phase. Please be advised that this Q&A release primarily focuses on the information required for successful Phase I submissions. Additionally, an updated Performance Work Statement (PWS) for PEDS have been included with this post. 31 March 2026 Updated: Apologies for the omission. The RFI response deadline is 1400 on Tuesday, 7 April 2026. 30 March 2026 Updated: Rejection of Early White Paper Submission – CNECTS Acquisition The draft CSO and AOIs were published for reference and feedback only! Please DO NOT submit any white papers prior to the authorized submission window. The Government will only accept white papers submitted within the designated submission period. Any submission received before the official opening date or after the closing date is considered non?responsive and cannot be reviewed, evaluated, or retained. To preserve the integrity, fairness, and transparency of the competitive process, the Government strictly enforces all procedural requirements. No exceptions or waivers may be granted for early submissions. Submit white papers only after the official submission window opens, in accordance with the instructions and timelines that will be published in the solicitation. 27 March 2026 Updated: Official Release of Industry Day Materials & Request for Feedback SAIO has officially uploaded the presentation slides and supporting documents from the recent CNECTS Industry Day conference. Q&A Posting Delay: Please be advised, due to the large quantity of questions received and the need to coordinate with our mission partners, the consolidated Q&A log will be delayed. The Government anticipates posting the official Q&A document by 10 April 2026 The following materials are now available to assist our industry partners in preparing for the forthcoming solicitation. Newly available materials include: Official Industry Day Presentation Slides Draft copy of …

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