Exception to Fair Opportunity - Warrior Plan 2 (SBS005507)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force (DEPT OF DEFENSE), specifically the Space Systems Command (SSC) COMRCL SVS OFC SSC CMK, has published an Exception to Fair Opportunity for Warrior Plan 2 (SBS005507). This action justifies the award of a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Task Order to OneWeb Technologies for proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) commercial satellite services to support Joint Force operational requirements. This notice was published in advance of the award to ensure strategic alignment with the FY25 Program Decision Memorandum (PDM).
Scope of Work
This task order procures critical broadband PLEO COMSATCOM services, including:
- Pooled service lines (up to 1.8 PB max shared data)
- A comprehensive management platform
- 24/7 security and helpdesk support
- Scalability to meet evolving demands
- Optional aviation lines and surge capacity The goal is to establish a global pooled service plan supporting fixed, land/mobile, maritime, and aviation missions.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Task Order
- Underlying Contract: Space Systems Command (SSC) PLEO IDIQ contract
- Period of Performance: One year for base services
- Funding: FY26 Operations and Maintenance (O&M, AF) appropriations
- Place of Performance: Houston, TX, United States
- Published: June 9, 2026
Rationale for Exception to Fair Opportunity
The primary justification for this exception is that OneWeb Technologies is deemed the only awardee capable of providing the unique and highly specialized services required. This includes:
- Direct ownership and constellation capacity surge capabilities.
- Instantaneous, hardware-level control over satellite bandwidth to support assets in contested environments. Market research indicated no other supplier could meet the full scope of requirements due to OneWeb's unique constellation control and pooling capabilities, and competitors lack the necessary equipment compatibility or service levels for immediate, contested operational scenarios. This action also supports industrial mobilization by diversifying PLEO requirements.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
Not applicable, as this is a justification for an exception to fair opportunity, not a solicitation.
Additional Notes
This action aligns with an FY25 Presidential Decision Memorandum (PDM) and the "Warrior Plan Framework." The government plans to monitor the PLEO marketplace and will re-evaluate for fair opportunity after the 12-month base period, removing sole source requirements where possible in the future.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: COMSO Contracting (SSC/CMK) at ssc.pleo.contractinggateway@spaceforce.mil