Space Force lists maneuverable GEO among expected commercial SATCOM needs for FY-26

The Space Force today released descriptions of seven commercial satellite communications needs expected in fiscal year 2026, including maneuverable satellite services.

The Commercial Satellite Communications Office will likely seek requests for proposals and quotes for transponded capacity, subscription services and end-to-end solutions, according to a memo signed by CSCO Chief Clare Hopper.

The memo includes a potential schedule and cost for contracts, ranging from award dates in January through June and costs from about $500,000 up to $905 million.

The costliest effort would be Maneuverable Geosynchronous Orbit Satellite-Based Services, which would seek such services and “the building, launching, control and operation of purpose built MGEO satellites,” according to a description of the requirement.

“Effort also includes the equipment and capabilities for all domains and use cases, to include both user-to-user capabilities, and reach-back capabilities such as terrestrial back haul for end-to-end connectivity from provider to government-control gateways,” the description states.

Other potential contracts include various wavelength communications for the other services and the Coast Guard.

Eventual requests would be through the Future COMSATCOM Services Acquisition program.