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Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)

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The United States Space Force (USSF) Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) is seeking innovative capabilities, solutions, and technological advancements through a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) for work performed in Colorado Springs, CO.
The CSO is open indefinitely with annual updates; Phase I submissions are accepted until specific dates per Area of Interest (AOI), with the overall response deadline for this solicitation being 2029-12-09.
The solicitation covers seven Areas of Interest: Advanced 1-Meter Class COTS EO Solutions Optimization, NSTTC Range Control System Enhancements, Distributed Synthetic Training Environment Evolution & Prototyping, Multirole Satellite Frequency In-field Test Suite, Continuous Fitness Assessment, Range Instrumentation and Surrogates Solutions, and Range Sensing Solutions.
The issuing agency is the Department of Defense, and the solicitation number is FA2553-25-S-C001.
Submissions are accepted via email to the Contracting Team's point(s) of contact listed in the individual AOI, and the procurement method is a Solicitation under DFARS 212.70.
Requirement: Large business Offerors shall submit either an individual subcontracting plan and/or master subcontracting plan in accordance with FAR 52.219-9, DFARS 252.219-7003 and DFARS 252.219-7004 with their Phase III proposal.
Requirement: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov, be considered responsible within the meaning of FAR Part 9.1, have a satisfactory performance record, and otherwise be eligible for award based on federal law and regulation.
Requirement: In accordance with DFARS 252.204-7019, the Contracting Officer cannot award a contract unless the successful Offeror has a current NIST SP 800-171 DoD assessment completed and posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).
Requirement: Foreign firms are advised that they will not be allowed to participate in this CSO.
Requirement: Any Offeror who currently provides A&AS, SETA, SE&I, or FFRDC support services to OTTI is precluded from providing a submission in response to any AOIs on this CSO.

Method: Solicitation
Documents: 4 files

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Nicole Mintus

nicole.mintus@spaceforce.milEmail

Location:

Colorado Springs, CO 80914

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Notice

44cb788c402840b0856e065905436f4e

FA2553-25-S-C001

Method

Solicitation

What this bid is asking for

AI-generated

Submit a Phase I PowerPoint briefing and White Paper describing an innovative solution to one of the specific Areas of Interest (AOI) identified in Attachment 6.
If invited, participate in a Phase II Pitch Session to further discuss the proposed concept/technology/solution virtually.
If requested, submit a Phase III proposal including a Technical Approach, Statement of Work (SOW), and Price Proposal.
Large business Offerors must submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan with their Phase III proposal.
All Offerors must be registered in SAM, be considered responsible, and have a current NIST SP 800-171 DoD assessment for award consideration.

Posted Scope of Work

Amendment 0011: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0011. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

Annual Notice: In accordance with DFARS 212.7004(b), this posting serves as an annual notice of the OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 publishing.

**Amendment 0010: **Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0010. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

AOI 05 Q&As: Please see the attached OTTI CSO AOI 05 Questions_Answers document for AOI 05: Continuous Fitness Assessment (CFA). The Phase I submission accepted until date for AOI 05 has been extended from 7 November 2025 to 5 December 2025.

Amendment 0009: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0009. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

AOI 05: Continuous Fitness Assessment (CFA) is currently pending Government updates. Additional information will be released to industry via an amendment to this solicitation. The Phase I submission accepted until date for AOI 05 has been extended from 8 October 2025 to 7 November 2025.

Amendment 0008: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0008. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

Amendment 0007: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0007. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

Amendment 0006: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0006. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

AOI 04 Q&As Rev 01: Please see the attached (CUI) OTTI CSO AOI 04 - Questions_Answers_Rev 01 document for AOI 04: Multirole Satellite Frequency In-field Test Suite (MSFITS). This updated document provides additional questions and answers (AOI 04 - Q16 through AOI 04 - Q30).

Amendment 0005: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0005. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

AOI 04 Q&As: Please see the attached (CUI) OTTI CSO AOI 04 Questions_Answers document for AOI 04: Multirole Satellite Frequency In-field Test Suite (MSFITS).

Amendment 0004: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0004. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

Amendment 0003: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0003. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

AOI 02 Q&As Rev 01: Please see the attached OTTI CSO AOI 02 Questions_Answers_Rev01 document for AOI 02: National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Range Control System Enhancements. This updated document provides an additional question and answer (AOI 02 - Q10).

AOI 03 Q&As: Please see the attached OTTI CSO AOI 03 Questions_Answers document for AOI 03: Distributed Synthetic Training Environment Evolution & Prototyping.

AOI 02 Q&As: Please see the attached OTTI CSO AOI 02 Questions_Answers document for AOI 02: National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Range Control System Enhancements.

Amendment 0002: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0002. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

Amendment 0001: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0001. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO.

The United States Space Force (USSF) Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) is seeking innovative capabilities, solutions, and technological advancements. The OTTI Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) is being issued in accordance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 212.70. OTTI is requesting submissions from interested Offerors in response to the specific Areas of Interest (AOI) identified in the OTTI CSO. Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 for all information.

Scope, read from the documentsAI-generated

The CSO seeks innovative approaches to meet various OTTI objectives across seven Areas of Interest (AOI). AOI 01 seeks advanced Electro-Optical technology solutions using a 1-meter class COTS telescope. AOI 02 seeks state-of-the-art software application development for tactical command and control capabilities for the physical ranges of the NSTTC. AOI 03 seeks solutions to extend and enhance existing fielded USSF Space Flag distributed synthetic training capabilities. AOI 04 seeks a field-transportable SATCOM environment monitor and emulator system. AOI 05 seeks a Continuous Fitness Assessment solution using a Portable Wearable Fitness Device. AOI 06 seeks space-based systems for range instrumentation and surrogates. AOI 07 seeks ready sensor solutions for real-time Range Control within the Orbital Range.

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Documents

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OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0011.pdfPDF

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OTTI CSO AOI 05 - Questions_Answers_Final.pdfPDF

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OTTI CSO AOI 02 - Questions_Answers_Rev 01.pdfPDF

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OTTI CSO AOI 03 - Questions_Answers.pdfPDF

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Questions & answers

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What is the primary NAICS code for this CSO?

The primary North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this CSO is 541715, Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences.

Can foreign firms participate in this CSO?

Foreign firms are advised that they will not be allowed to participate in this CSO.

What is the overall response deadline for this solicitation?

The response deadline is 2029-12-09.

Who is the point of contact for the OTTI CSO?

The Contracting Officer, Ms. Crystal Price, and the Contract Specialist(s) are the sole points of contact for the OTTI CSO.

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Content: Amendment 0011: Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0011. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. Annual Notice: In accordance with DFARS 212.7004(b), this posting serve
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Oct 8, 2026

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Posted Date

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Detail Fetched

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History Fetched

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Type: primary
Email: nicole.mintus@spaceforce.mil
Full Name: Nicole Mintus

Type: secondary
Email: megan.mcchrystal@spaceforce.mil
Full Name: Megan McChrystal

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**Amendment 0011:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0011. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. **Annual Notice:** In accordance with DFARS 212.7004(b), this posting serves as an annual notice of the OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 publishing. **Amendment 0010: **Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0010. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. AOI 05 Q&As: Please see the attached OTTI CSO AOI 05 Questions_Answers document for AOI 05: Continuous Fitness Assessment (CFA). The Phase I submission accepted until date for AOI 05 has been extended from 7 November 2025 to 5 December 2025. **Amendment 0009:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0009. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. AOI 05: Continuous Fitness Assessment (CFA) is currently pending Government updates. Additional information will be released to industry via an amendment to this solicitation. The Phase I submission accepted until date for AOI 05 has been extended from 8 October 2025 to 7 November 2025. **Amendment 0008:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0008. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. **Amendment 0007:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0007. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. **Amendment 0006:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0006. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. **AOI 04 Q&As Rev 01:** Please see the attached (CUI) OTTI CSO AOI 04 - Questions_Answers_Rev 01 document for AOI 04: Multirole Satellite Frequency In-field Test Suite (MSFITS). This updated document provides additional questions and answers (AOI 04 - Q16 through AOI 04 - Q30). **Amendment 0005:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0005. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. **AOI 04 Q&As:** Please see the attached (CUI) OTTI CSO AOI 04 Questions_Answers document for AOI 04: Multirole Satellite Frequency In-field Test Suite (MSFITS). **Amendment 0004:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0004. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. **Amendment 0003:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0003. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. **AOI 02 Q&As Rev 01:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO AOI 02 Questions_Answers_Rev01 document for AOI 02: National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Range Control System Enhancements. This updated document provides an additional question and answer (AOI 02 - Q10). **AOI 03 Q&As:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO AOI 03 Questions_Answers document for AOI 03: Distributed Synthetic Training Environment Evolution & Prototyping. **AOI 02 Q&As:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO AOI 02 Questions_Answers document for AOI 02: National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) Range Control System Enhancements. **Amendment 0002:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0002. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. **Amendment 0001:** Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 Amend 0001. This amendment supersedes all versions of the OTTI CSO. The United States Space Force (USSF) Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) is seeking innovative capabilities, solutions, and technological advancements. The OTTI Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) is being issued in accordance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 212.70. OTTI is requesting submissions from interested Offerors in response to the specific Areas of Interest (AOI) identified in the OTTI CSO. Please see the attached OTTI CSO FA2553-25-S-C001 for all information.

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Response Dead Line

Dec 9, 2029

Full Parent Path Name

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE.FA2553 OPRN TEST & TRG INFR OTTI PK

Place Of Performance

Zip

80914

City

Code: 16000
Name: Colorado Springs

State

Code: CO
Name: Colorado

Country

Code: USA
Name: UNITED STATES

Solicitation Number

FA2553-25-S-C001

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Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)

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The United States Space Force (USSF) Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI) is seeking innovative capabilities, solutions, and technological advancements through a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) for work performed in Colorado Springs, CO.
The CSO is open indefinitely with annual updates; Phase I submissions are accepted until specific dates per Area of Interest (AOI), with the overall response deadline for this solicitation being 2029-12-09.
The solicitation covers seven Areas of Interest: Advanced 1-Meter Class COTS EO Solutions Optimization, NSTTC Range Control System Enhancements, Distributed Synthetic Training Environment Evolution & Prototyping, Multirole Satellite Frequency In-field Test Suite, Continuous Fitness Assessment, Range Instrumentation and Surrogates Solutions, and Range Sensing Solutions.
The issuing agency is the Department of Defense, and the solicitation number is FA2553-25-S-C001.
Submissions are accepted via email to the Contracting Team's point(s) of contact listed in the individual AOI, and the procurement method is a Solicitation under DFARS 212.70.
Requirement: Large business Offerors shall submit either an individual subcontracting plan and/or master subcontracting plan in accordance with FAR 52.219-9, DFARS 252.219-7003 and DFARS 252.219-7004 with their Phase III proposal.
Requirement: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov, be considered responsible within the meaning of FAR Part 9.1, have a satisfactory performance record, and otherwise be eligible for award based on federal law and regulation.
Requirement: In accordance with DFARS 252.204-7019, the Contracting Officer cannot award a contract unless the successful Offeror has a current NIST SP 800-171 DoD assessment completed and posted in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).
Requirement: Foreign firms are advised that they will not be allowed to participate in this CSO.
Requirement: Any Offeror who currently provides A&AS, SETA, SE&I, or FFRDC support services to OTTI is precluded from providing a submission in response to any AOIs on this CSO.

Method: Solicitation
Documents: 4 files

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Nicole Mintus

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Location:

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Notice

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FA2553-25-S-C001

Method

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What this bid is asking for

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Submit a Phase I PowerPoint briefing and White Paper describing an innovative solution to one of the specific Areas of Interest (AOI) identified in Attachment 6.
If invited, participate in a Phase II Pitch Session to further discuss the proposed concept/technology/solution virtually.
If requested, submit a Phase III proposal including a Technical Approach, Statement of Work (SOW), and Price Proposal.
Large business Offerors must submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan with their Phase III proposal.
All Offerors must be registered in SAM, be considered responsible, and have a current NIST SP 800-171 DoD assessment for award consideration.