Ground Based Radar Digitization (GBRD)
Overview
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PSC
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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 U.S. Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) is releasing a Request for Prototype Proposal (RPP) FA872325RB003 for Ground Based Radar Digitization (GBRD). This critical modernization effort aims to upgrade eight globally positioned ground-based radars to improve Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Missile Warning/Tracking (MW/MT), and Missile Defense (MD) capabilities. The program will utilize a government-owned, modular open systems architecture. Proposals are due May 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The GBRD program will modernize eight ground-based radars, including five UEWRs, PARCS, COBRA DANE, and the Eglin Site C-6 Radar. This involves a comprehensive technological upgrade from the antenna front-end to back-end data processors and communication systems. The objective is to address obsolescence and sustainment challenges, transforming data into actionable intelligence. The program employs a unique "compete and collaborate" model, where multiple Offerors will develop individual designs while contributing to a common, government-owned architectural baseline within a single Authoritative Digital Ecosystem. An independent MBSE Validator will objectively assess models and designs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Prototype Proposal (RPP) under 10 U.S.C. 4022, anticipating multiple fixed-price Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs).
- Anticipated Award: June 2026.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Proposal Due: May 29, 2026, by 6:00 PM ET.
- Published: May 13, 2026 (initial RPP), with a revision on May 7, 2026, updating the solicitation and Bidder's Library.
- Place of Performance: Colorado Springs, CO, United States.
Access to Solicitation Documents
A Bidder's Library is available upon request to eligible companies authorized to access unclassified export-controlled technical data/critical technology. Access requires an approved DD Form 2345, Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreement. Interested parties must provide company name, CAGE Code, UEI, two points of contact for unclassified and classified exchanges, role (Prime/Subcontractor), and a copy of the approved DD2345 via email to the provided POC. Allow 2 business days for processing.
Additional Notes
The GBRD program leverages the Middle Tier of Acquisition (MTA) Rapid Prototyping pathway. It will develop and demonstrate a new, common digital baseline on an initial subset of four radar sites before rapid fielding. The submission period for questions has ended.