RSLP Targets Program Generic Draft CSO
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) has issued a Generic Draft Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) for the RSLP Targets Program. This presolicitation seeks innovative commercial products, technologies, or services for target acquisition and upcoming target launch missions in Albuquerque, NM. The goal is to identify potential launch service contractors. Interested parties must contact the Contracting Officer by May 8, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This CSO, issued by the United States Space Force (USSF) System Delta 80 Small Launch and Targets Division (SYD 80/AMX) / Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP), aims to solicit innovative commercial approaches for providing launch services. The government requires successful and repeatable target launches, with a particular interest in solutions that maximize Launch Availability to achieve a launch rate of 2-3 times per week. Launch Availability is defined as the probability of a successful launch on the scheduled day, including production capability for target Launch Vehicles (LVs).
Contract Details
This CSO will be used to competitively award proposals, utilizing commercial procedures. All submitted products, technologies, and services will be treated as commercial items, even if not currently "commercially available."
Eligibility & Submission
Offerors must meet US Commercial Provider requirements as per the Commercial Space Act of 1998, providing documentation and a statement attesting to these requirements, along with a Cage Code for SAM registration. Responses are limited to 1 page, 11pt font, with 1" margins, and must reference "RSLP Targets." Submissions should be unclassified and non-proprietary where possible, with proprietary information clearly marked. Respondents must include name, phone number, and email for a point of contact.
Timeline & Next Steps
The deadline to contact the Contracting Officer is May 8, 2026, NLT 1300 MT. This is a preliminary solicitation to gauge industry interest. A more detailed CSO will be provided via DOD SAFE to respondents who meet US Commercial Provider requirements. The government plans to release a Draft Detailed CSO and host an industry day based on responses. Participation in the draft stage is highly encouraged.