Description
The United States Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC) is issuing a supplemental Request for Information (RFI) to gather Industry Statements of Capability (SOCs) for the Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP) Innovative Delivery of Effects (RIDE) acquisition. The RFI seeks to understand commercial and non‑commercial launch‑service capabilities, mission‑assurance approaches, and potential minimum‑guarantee deliverables for two contemplated multiple‑award IDIQ contracts (one commercial, one non‑commercial). Respondents will be invited to an optional Industry Day (22‑23 Sep 2026, possibly extending to 24 Sep) at Kirtland AFB, NM, with a virtual option, and must submit SOCs within seven days after the government posts answers to Industry Day questions (tentatively 2 Oct 2026). Key points include:
• Two IDIQ vehicles (commercial fixed‑price; non‑commercial hybrid cost‑reimbursement/fixed‑price) for launch services to USSF, DoW, and other agencies.
• SOC content must cover launch‑vehicle production, flight heritage, rapid‑launch concepts, payload manufacturing, mission‑assurance views, and feedback on minimum‑award guarantees.
• Submission format: ≤15 pages, 11‑pt Times New Roman, 1‑in margins; unclassified/non‑proprietary preferred.
• RSVP for Industry Day required by 15 Sep 2026; in‑person attendees must provide extensive personal identification.
• No funding is attached to the RFI; the information will inform future solicitations.