MDA Launcher
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 Missile Defense Agency (MDA) has issued a solicitation for "Launcher" prototype proposals under 10 U.S.C. § 4022. This effort seeks the design, fabrication, testing, and demonstration of a novel launch system. Responses to questions and an amendment were released on March 19, 2026. Proposals are due March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation focuses on the design, fabrication, testing, and demonstration of a novel launch system. It is part of MDA's Nimble Options for Buying Layered Effects (NOBLE) Announcement, Solicitation No. HQ0860-25-S-0001.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Prototype Proposals (10 USC 4022)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Proposal Due: March 30, 2026
- Published: March 19, 2026 (Latest update)
Key Requirements & Instructions
- Security Clearance: Offerors require an active SECRET (or higher) Facility Clearance (FCL) with SECRET (or higher) Safeguarding Level to access necessary documents (up to SECRET classification).
- Communication: MDA's preferred method is via classified email (mda.ab-launchers@mail.smil.mil). Instructions for unclassified communication are available by contacting mda.ab-launchers@mail.mil.
- Document Access: To request Request for Prototype Proposal (RPP) documents, provide company name, address, CAGE code, unique identifier, company point of contact for delivery (name, email, phone), company Facility Security Officer (FSO) point of contact (name, email, phone), and classified mailing address.
Additional Notes
An amendment and impacted documents, along with responses to questions, were released on March 19, 2026, via classified email and the unclassified solicitation portal.