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RSLP Targets Program: Space Launch Vehicle Manufacturing

Department of Defense (DoD) > Space Systems Command (Ssc) > Small Launch and Targets Division (SYD 80/AMX), Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP)
est. $37K – $350K

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Quick Brief

The US Space Force is seeking launch services for target vehicles, including payload procurement and throttling capabilities, for tests off the west coast of the United States.

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Scope & Requirements

Provide launch services for target vehicles, including payload procurement and throttling capabilities, for tests off the west coast of the United States.

Deliverables

  • Launch services for target vehicles
  • Procurement of target vehicle payloads
  • Throttling capabilities
  • Space Flight Worthiness Certification
  • Participation in regular meetings with mission partners

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Contract Details

Estimated Value
est. $37K – $350K
Similar contracts award $249K$8.6M (median $1.5M, 2,873 awards)Below typical range
NAICS Codes
Place of Performance
Albuquerque, NM, USA

Qualifications & Eligibility

Certifications
  • Active SAM registration
  • Active registration/certification in Defense Logistics Agency Joint Certification Program
Past Performance
Multiple successful launches, reliable and mature launch vehicle, no significant design changes
Required Registrations
  • SAM.gov
  • Defense Logistics Agency Joint Certification Program

Agency & Contact

Contracting Organization

Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Agency
Space Systems Command (SSC)
Office
Small Launch and Targets Division (SYD 80/AMX), Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP)

Point of Contact

John A. Smith
Contracting Officer
(202) 555-0100

Key Dates

Published3mo ago
Feb 23, 2026
Last Updated3mo ago
Feb 23, 2026
Became Presolicitation3mo ago
Feb 23, 2026
Tracked
Response Date3mo ago
Mar 2, 202616:00
MST
Response Due2mo ago
Apr 1, 2026

Description

The US Space Force (USSF), Space Systems Command (SSC), Small Launch and Targets Division (SYD 80/AMX), Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP), Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, NM is interested in obtaining a statement of interest demonstrating industry’s interest and capability in providing launch services for the

requirements listed below. General Projected

Requirements: An amount of launches off the west side of the United States to provide launch services for target vehicles for upcoming tests The launch service provider may be required to procure target vehicle payloads The target vehicle must allow for throttling A Government mission director is required for these launches which means Space Flight Worthiness Certification will be required and will likely require Government provided mission assurance Participation with mission partners in regular meetings to help develop the tests A reliable and mature launch vehicle that is not under development, has had multiple successful launches, and is not undergoing significant design changes is required The launch service provider’s launch solution shall include its own manufactured hardware as part of the launch vehicle capability and not be a launch vehicle obtained from another company. The launch service provider must control the technical baseline and launch operations of the launch vehicle. Date of most recent successful launch US Commercial Provider

Requirements Provide documentation and statement attesting to how the offeror meets in the

requirements of a US Commercial Provider IAW Commercial Space Act of 1998, Title II Public Law 105-303. Provide Cage Code to verify active SAM registration and active registration/certification in Defense Logistics Agency Joint Certification Program. Responses to the general projected

requirements and US Commercial Provider must be submitted within 5 calendar days of posting this RFI and is limited to 1 page, size 11 font with 1” margins. All replies to this synopsis must reference RSLP Targets. Submit only unclassified and non-proprietary information if possible. If proprietary information is deemed essential, all proprietary information should be clearly marked and associated with restrictions on Government use identified. Note: Both Government and Contractor personnel will be utilized for RFI response review. If proprietary information is deemed essential, Non-Disclosure Agreements will be executed. Any information submitted by respondents to this synopsis is strictly voluntary. The Government will not pay for any information that is submitted by respondents to this RFI. The Contract Opportunities, www.sam.gov, will be the primary source of information for this acquisition. All responses shall include company size status under the North American Industry System (NAICS) code 336414. The information contained herein is based on the best information available at the time of publication, is subject to revision, and is not binding on the Government. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government.

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