# Communications, Network, Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Information Technology Services (CNECTS), aka "Connects"

Notice afe25a3c842645c3b73e874b4b5b5cf2 (solicitation FA251827RCNECTS) from DEPT OF DEFENSE, FA2518 USSF SPOC/SAIO, posted 2026-10-29, responses due 2026-12-23T21:00:00.000Z. Status: open.

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Notice ID | afe25a3c842645c3b73e874b4b5b5cf2 |
| Solicitation number | FA251827RCNECTS |
| Type | Special Notice |
| Agency | DEPT OF DEFENSE |
| Sub-tier | DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE |
| Office | FA2518 USSF SPOC/SAIO |
| Posted | 2026-10-29T16:28:57.000Z |
| Response deadline (UTC) | 2026-12-23T21:00:00.000Z |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| NAICS | 517810 |
| PSC | DG01 |
| Place of performance | Colorado Springs, CO, USA |
| Award | - |

## Description

The Space Acquisition and Integration Office (SAIO), on behalf of the 21st Communications Squadron (21 CS) under Space Operations Command (SpOC) at Peterson SFB (PSFB), CO, is currently exploring the feasibility of consolidating several communications contracts across PSFB, Schriever SFB (SSFB), and Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS). 29 October 2026 updated: CNECTS CSO Release Delayed Due to continued mission challenges, the offical release of the CNECTS CSO will not be relased today. Government is revising the CNECTS acquisition schedule. The revised tentative schedule will be posted when available. The Government does not have additional information to share at this time. Interested parties should continue to monitor SAM.gov for all official CNECTS updates and announcements. Please note: ** Teaming/Partnering Matrix sign-up will expire at 3 PM today. The latest version of the spreadsheet has been provided and the final version will be uploaded on Monday, 2 Nov 2026. ** Previous tentative acquisition schedule has been removed. Again, continue to monitor for the lastest version. ** Please use this additional time to submit any questions related to the draft CSO and AOI. 20 October 2026 Updated: Providing a updated link to the CNECTS Teaming/Partnering Matrix Good morning, The link posted on 15 October 26 is no longer working. Here is an updated link to use below: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/LkHE57UpWm. Please copy link and paste in the browser. Also, I have uploaded a current copy of the Teaming/Partnering Matrix for your review since the count is up to 101. 15 October 2026 Updated: CNECTS CSO Official Release Schedule Update. Industry Partners, Due to mission challenges, the official release of the CNECTS Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) will not occur today. The anticipated release schedule has slipped by approximately two weeks. A tentative updated milestone schedule is provided for planning purposes. All dates remain subject to change pending final coordination and approval. While awaiting the official solicitation release, please review the updated Questions and Answers (Q&As) posted today. To reduce confusion and eliminate conflicting information, previous legacy documents and postings have been removed. Additionally, the Teaming/Partnering Matrix has been reopened for two weeks. The matrix will close officially on 29 October 2026. Please select this link to add your companies' name to the Teaming/Partnering Matrix. https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/LkHE57UpWmhttps://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/LkHE57UpWm Thank you for your continued interest in the CNECTS CSO. 01 October 2026 Updated: Released of Draft CNECTS Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) and Areas of Interest (AOI) The Government is pleased to release the long-awaited draft Communications Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Information Technology Services (CNECTS) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO). The draft CSO is being released to provide industry an opportunity to review the anticipated CNECTS approach, submission process, evaluation framework, and Areas of Interest (AOI) before official release of the CSO. The AOI is provided in Attachment 6, Areas of Interest (AOI), to the draft CSO. Industry shall not submit White Papers at this time. White Papers submitted in response to the draft CSO will not be reviewed, evaluated, or retained for consideration under the official CSO. Submission instructions, the applicable AOI, and White Paper due dates will be provided with the official CSO release. The Government anticipates official release of the CNECTS CSO on or about 15 October 2026. The draft CSO is substantially complete; however, the Government may revise the draft CSO, Attachment 6, submission instructions, evaluation approach, or anticipated schedule before official release. Industry is encouraged to review the draft materials and submit questions, comments, and recommended clarifications to the contracting officer at rosalind.davis.3@spaceforce.mil. The Government will consider industry's feedback as it finalizes the official CSO. This notice is for planning and information purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, commitment by the Government, or authorization to incur proposal-preparation costs. No award will result from this draft notice. 28 September 2026 Updated: CNECTS Draft Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) and Areas of Interest (AOIs) Release Update The Government appreciates industry’s continued interest in the Communications Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Information Technology Services (CNECTS) requirement and thanks industry for its patience regarding the delayed release of the draft Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO). As the Government prepares for the anticipated official CSO release date of 15 October 2026, the Government is completing a final review of the draft CSO and associated Areas of Interest (AOIs). The Government’s intent is to release a draft that is substantially complete—approximately 90 percent complete—and that will not require major changes between the draft release and the official solicitation. The Government anticipates releasing the draft CSO and AOIs during the week of 28 September 2026. This anticipated release date is subject to completion of internal reviews and approvals. Industry is encouraged to monitor SAM.gov for the draft release and any subsequent updates. 15 September 2026 Updated: Posting of the Draft Revision Documentation Timeline To ensure the draft reflects the most recent updates, refined requirements, and the valuable leadership feedback captured during higher level reviews, the Government is adjusting the release schedule for the draft solicitation materials. Draft CSO Release Date: The draft Commercial Solutions Offering (CSO) document is now scheduled to be officially released on Friday, 18 September 2026. 28 August 2026 Updated: Posting of the Final CNECTS Teaming/Partnering Interest Spreadsheet 26 August 2026 Up

## Sources

- View on SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/opp/afe25a3c842645c3b73e874b4b5b5cf2/view
- Data as of 2026-11-14. Source: https://sam.gov/data-services/Contract%20Opportunities/datagov

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