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How to bid on Kronos Family of Systems Commercial Solutions Opening for DEPT of Defense
What the Space Systems Command is buying
The Space Systems Command is seeking innovative products, technologies, and services for its Kronos Family of Systems. This effort focuses on operational space tasking and battle management. This is a rolling competitive solicitation, meaning calls for specific areas of interest will be released over time.
The government may award prototype contracts starting in November 2026, with prototype work expected to last about six months after an award. This is an opportunity for firms with solutions in space command and control, and battle management.
Key dates and deadlines
The Kronos Family of Systems Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) was released in July 2026. The first call for Area of Interest (AOI) 1 opened in July 2026, with evaluations continuing through November 2026. Subsequent calls for other AOIs are scheduled to open in August, September, and November 2026.
Prototype awards are expected to begin on a rolling basis starting in November 2026. Offerors must monitor SAM.gov for specific submission deadlines for each call and AOI, as dates are estimates and subject to change.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms and technology developers offering innovative solutions related to operational space tasking and battle management. Companies with expertise in space systems, command and control, and related technologies should consider this solicitation.
The government is looking for innovative products, technologies, or services. Firms capable of developing prototypes within approximately six months after award will be well-suited.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the opportunity, click the “View original source” link. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.
Offerors are encouraged to regularly monitor SAM.gov for amendments to the CSO, changes to the AOIs structure, the opening of specific calls, updates to the tentative schedule, and additional instructions. Submissions will only be reviewed if received during the submission period identified in the applicable call.
Tips for a competitive response
Given this is a rolling competitive solicitation with multiple Areas of Interest, carefully review each call as it is released to ensure your solution directly addresses the specific needs outlined. Tailor your white paper or proposal to the precise requirements of the open call you are responding to.
Focus on clearly demonstrating the innovative aspects of your product, technology, or service and how it will contribute to operational space tasking and battle management for the Kronos Family of Systems. Highlight any relevant past performance or capabilities that align with the agency's mission needs.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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