Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Starshield Tokens

Special NoticeNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
  • Work to be performed in WASHINGTON, DC
  • Industry: Satellite Telecommunications

Contract Details

Notice ID
20159289
Opportunity Type
Special Notice
Sub-Agency
US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION
Office
AIR AND MARINE CONTRACTING DIVISION
Posted Date
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Response Deadline
Thursday, September 24, 2026
PSC Code
DG11
Set-Aside
No Set Aside
Place of Performance
WASHINGTON, DC, 20229
Status
Active

Description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection intends to issue a firm fixed price sole source award to Space Exploration Technology Corp for sixty (60) Starshield service tokens for use on CBP AMO aircraft. This requirement is to provide services to support AMO flight operations. CBP AMO operates Manned Aircraft on Starshield satellite service to provide a wide-band data link for beyond line of sight (BLOS) operations. This satellite service is used for the command and control of the aircraft, receiving data from the aircraft and additional voice channel(s) for BLOS operations. AMO missions are flown within the 48 contiguous United States and their coastal waters, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and eastern Pacific regions. Period of performance: Date of award through September 29, 2028 If any contractors

Why This Opportunity Matters

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF is seeking responses for satellite telecommunications with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in WASHINGTON, DC. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.