HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Request for Proposal

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Bid Title
HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Request for Proposal
Issuing Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Location
New Mexico
Published Date
Sep 16, 2026
Closing Date
Sep 17, 2026
Government Level
Federal
Status
Closed
Ref. #
FA8809-26-R-B002
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Notice ID
FA8809-26-R-B002
Related Notice
FA8809-26-R-B002
Department/Ind. Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA8809 SDA AND CMBT PWR SSC/SZK-IK
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General Information View Changes
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Updated)
  • Updated Published Date: Sep 16, 2026 12:13 pm MDT
  • Original Published Date: Aug 05, 2026 10:01 am MDT
  • Updated Date Offers Due: Sep 17, 2026 01:00 pm MDT
  • Original Date Offers Due: Sep 17, 2026 01:00 pm MDT
  • Inactive Policy: Manual
  • Updated Inactive Date: Feb 09, 2027
  • Original Inactive Date: Feb 09, 2027
  • Initiative:
    • None
Classification
  • Original Set Aside: No Set aside used
  • Product Service Code: R425 - SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL
  • NAICS Code:
    • 541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
  • Place of Performance:
    Kirtland AFB , NM 87117
    USA
Description View Changes

16 September 2026 - Proposal Submission Reminder



When submitting your proposal in the PIEE Solicitation module, please adhere to the requirements in Section L Paragraphs 2.1.3, 7.1.1, and 7.2.1 and the instructions in the Standard Form (SF) 30 (Amendments 0001 and 0002). Both Amendments will need to be acknowledged IAW SF 30 Block 11, in addition to sending the SF33 contract documentation.



Nothing has been updated in the solicitation. The Government has noticed during initial review of submissions that Amendment acknowledgment may have been overlooked.



1 September 2026 – FA8809-26-R-B002 Amendment 0002



The purpose of Amendment 0002 is to update Section L&M, in addition to updates to Attachment 1 – HADES Basic IDIQ PWS, Attachment 2 – Ordering Instructions, Attachment 3 - Award Fee Plan, Attachment 8 - Rights in Data, and Exhibit A – HADES IDIQ CDRLs. The ceiling for the IDIQ has also been increased to $389M.



The ceiling increase is due to updated assumptions regarding possible future work on the HADES contract.



Additionally, Questions and Answers received since Amendment 0001 are included with this posting.



Two documents are included in the bidder’s library regarding posting an offer on the PIEE Solicitation module.



Please note that the PIEE Solicitation Module will allow updates to offers. Offerors Past Performance volume early submittal will not prevent proposal updates or modification, allowing for the remainder of the proposal volumes to be submitted by the closing date.



20 August 2026 - FA8809-26-R-B002 Amendment 0001



The purpose of Amendment 0001 is to make updates and clarifications to the solicitation.



Updated documents include: Section J Attachment 1 HADES Basic IDIQ PWS for administrative changes Section J Attachment 2 Ordering Instruction for administrative changes Section J Attachment 3 Award Fee Plan - change to Annex 2 regarding small business Section J Attachment 8 Rights in data to correct contradiction with section L Exhibit A HADES CDRLS Section L and M for administrative changes and clarifications.



Additionally, the Bidder's libarry has been updated with the following documents:



Bidder's Library Update 20 August 2026



HADES RFP Q&A Amendment 0001



Pursuant to RFO 15.203, this RFP communicates Government requirements to prospective contractors and solicits proposals for the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program. The program is being executed by the Space Systems Command (SSC), Innovation and Prototyping Delta, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. The HADES program provides support for satellite ground system and satellite operations center engineering, development, integration, and sustainment, and associated support services primarily at, but not limited to, the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico. The anticipated period of performance of this IDIQ includes a base period of three (3) years with four (4) option periods for one (1) year each, making a total ordering period of 7 years. The total ceiling for this contract is $300M. The Government anticipates a single award IDIQ Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type.



Vendors are highly encouraged to register in the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation module. Proposal submission through PIEE is required. The Vendor Registration Guide is attached to this RFP.



Vendors must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) prior to the award of any contract. You may register at www.sam.gov.



The Government requests proposal submissions on or before 17 September 2026, 1:00 PM MOUNTAIN TIME



Please direct all questions and inquiries regarding this RFP to the PCO and Contract Manager at john.purcell.3@spaceforce.mil and alyssa.phillips.4@spaceforce.mil.


Attachments/Links
Contact Information
Contracting Office Address
  • CP 310 653 1748 3550 ABERDEEN AVE SE
  • KIRTLAND AFB , NM 87117
  • USA
Primary Point of Contact
Secondary Point of Contact
History
Commodity Codes
  • FSC RProfessional, Administrative and Management Support Services
  • NAICS 541715Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Related bids
Jan 21, 2026[Presolicitation (Original)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for Proposal
Jan 28, 2026[Presolicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for Proposal
Mar 9, 2026[Presolicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for Proposal
Mar 16, 2026[Presolicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for Proposal
Mar 17, 2026[Presolicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for Proposal
May 6, 2026[Presolicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for Proposal
May 29, 2026[Presolicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for Proposal
Jun 5, 2026[Presolicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for Proposal
Jul 2, 2026[Presolicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Draft Request for Proposal
Aug 5, 2026[Solicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Request for Proposal
Aug 6, 2026[Solicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Request for Proposal
Aug 20, 2026[Solicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Request for Proposal
Sep 1, 2026[Solicitation (Updated)] HADES (Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems) Request for Proposal
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