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Zivaro is proud to announce that we are working in close partnership with Omni Federal, Infinity Systems Engineering, and Freedom Space Technologies to develop and integrate a groundbreaking Command and Control (C2) Operational System prototype solution under a new and exciting US Space Force Contract on the Space Enterprise Consortium (SpEC) Other Transaction Authority (OTA). The Space Systems Command's Space Sensing Directorate (SSC/SN) is urgently focused on transitioning current Command and Control (C2) capabilities and Next Generation assets to an enterprise-wide ground baseline. This strategic approach aims to substantially reduce Operations & Sustainment (O&S) costs. We are particularly excited about the prospect of contributing to the transformative development of the Space and Missile Warning C2 platform for the United States Space Force. Our involvement spans system integration and software modernization, ensuring continuous protection and service to our nation! #Zivaro #SpaceForce #USSpaceForce #OmniFederal #FreedomSpaceTechnologies #Engineering #Tech #Colorado #TechIndustry #TechAdvancements #SpaceTech #DoDSoftware #SpaceTechnologies #C2Tech

“The Department’s ability to integrate commercial space solutions into national security space missions and architectures is critical to enhancing U.S. resilience and strengthening deterrence in the 21st century.” ICYMI: The United States Department of Defense just released the U.S. DoD Commercial Space Integration Strategy.    The strategy outlines four key priorities:  ⭐ Ensure access to commercial space solutions across the spectrum of conflict  ⭐ Achieve integration of commercial space solutions prior to crisis  ⭐Establish the security conditions to integrate commercial space solutions  ⭐Support the development of new commercial space solutions for use by the Joint Force We’re looking forward to integrating our capabilities to support DoD’s mission areas, including the Jervis Autonomy Module for precision positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), the Spitzer Resurrector Mission for in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM), and the Quantum Lovelace Optical Augmentation Kit for secure satellite communications 🛰 #spacepolicy #defense #spaceindustry

This Week In Government Contracting: - Biden administration issues rule that could curb 'gig' work contracting - White House Reveals Better Contracting Initiative - Department of Defense Releases Long-Awaited CMMC Proposed Rule - US Space Force sends X-37B craft on another secretive mission - NASA Working With MBDA to Improve Contracting Opportunities for Minority & Underserved Businesses - Procedures for reporting on veteran-owned small businesses need improvement, according to GAO  #governmentcontracting #govgenie #business #smallbusiness #procurement #federalcontracts

This is all about data driven approach and MBSE for Space MOCs. Well done.

This is the way that the US Department of Energy is looking at the supply risks (Short and Medium Term) with respect to Critical Materials for the Energy Space. Likely a similar story with respect to Defense.

It's an issue that needs to be addressed: at institutions level as well as at technology sectors like space, energy and defence.

We are releasing some fantastic new RAND analysis, from Megan McKernan and Stephanie Young on the DoD budgeting process. They led a multi-volume analysis of how we can learn from and partner with allies and partners to reform the DoD programming, planning, budgeting and execution process. Bottom line: the budgeting process needs to offer some stability to the US, allies and partners as they face a dangerous world with two peer adversaries that can centralize their defense resources and make sustained investments. Allies need to know where the US is headed. At the same time, the US and allies need a healthy dose of agility, too, so they can adjust fire when required. For this, we can look to other US agencies, like DHS and HHS, which have some flexible budgeting processes. Check out a summary here: https://lnkd.in/ezS7kagN and here is our detailed analysis: https://lnkd.in/ezS7kagN https://lnkd.in/eCPWAD2Y https://lnkd.in/eus5RSBu https://lnkd.in/e59eJF62 https://lnkd.in/ezZPtdpj

Good overview of the hard questions about how best to match the political desires for missile warning/defense with operational and fiscal reality

Leveraging commercial (non-classified) data has been key to unlocking Allied interoperability. The JCO has proven this model with a focus on the SDA mission area but there are many other areas like TAC-SRT where this model can/will be equally effective.

Today's Tip for Winning a STRATFI from The Outpost Align with Strategic Needs: To maximize the impact and relevance of your project, ensure it directly addresses a specific capability gap and aligns with the core competencies of the United States Space Force or the unique operational needs of the United States Air Force. For instance, do you know what PEO or what Center is going to be your sponsor? By focusing on strategic alignment, your project not only demonstrates its value but also its potential to enhance mission readiness and operational efficiency. Consider the broader objectives and strategic priorities outlined by AFWERX, and tailor your proposal to show how your innovation can deliver critical solutions that support these goals. This alignment will not only strengthen your proposal but also underscore its importance in advancing the capabilities of the Air and Space Forces. #WinningStrategy #OptimizeSuccess #STRATFI #TACFI #SpaceForce #AirForce #StrategicAlignment #MissionReadiness #OperationalEfficiency #AFWERX #Innovation #CapabilityGaps #DefenseInnovation #AirAndSpaceForces #ProposalStrength #TechInnovation #StrategicPriorities #DefenseTech #InnovationImpact #TechSolutions #DefensePrograms #PEO #DefenseContracts #DefenseTechFunding #ProjectAlignment #InnovationSuccess