REQUEST FOR INFORMATION - OPERATIONAL TEST AND TRAINING READINESS DIVISION - DevSecOps

The Space Systems Command (SSC) is conducting a market‑research Request for Information (RFI) to explore how industry partners and a designated Consortium Manager could design, engineer, evaluate, and validate a secure, multi‑node, multi‑vendor DevSecOps pipeline that connects commercial facilities directly to classified Government cloud environments. The effort is structured as a no‑funds‑obligated Prototype Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) under 10 U.S.C. § 4022, meaning the Government will provide in‑kind support (clearances, enclave access) while industry supplies all capital and labor. Responses are limited to a five‑page white paper submitted by September 11, 2026. • Goal: Demonstrate feasibility of a decentralized, secure software delivery pipeline for future Space Force programs. • Structure: One Prime OTA with a Consortium Manager that on‑boards multiple commercial vendors via sub‑agreements and DD‑254 clearances. • Cost‑share: 100 % industry‑funded; Government contributes only security clearances and enclave access. • Eligibility: U.S.‑owned firms with ability to obtain Facility Clearance (FCL) and personnel clearances; must operate secure facilities. • Deliverables: Technical capability description, security posture, business case for the no‑cost model, and feedback on consortium fee structure. • Submission: Email white paper (max 5 pages) to the listed points of contact; questions due September 10, 2026.