MDA Launcher

The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) issued this special notice, solicitation number HQ0860-26-S-C005, to seek prototype proposals for the design, fabrication, testing, and demonstration of a novel launch system. This requirement is being conducted as a request for prototype proposal (RPP) under 10 USC 4022 and is posted under the MDA Nimble Options for Buying Layered Effects (NOBLE) Announcement, Solicitation No. HQ0860-25-S-0001. The project is classified under NAICS 336415 for Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing and PSC AC13 for National Defense R&D Services; Department of Defense - Military; Experimental Development.

Performance is scheduled within the United States, with a response deadline of March 30, 2026. Because documents up to the Secret classification level are required to respond, potential offerors must maintain an active Secret or higher Facility Security Clearance (FCL) with Secret or higher safeguarding levels. Recent updates to the solicitation include the release of multiple rounds of questions and answers, as well as an amendment to the RPP and its impacted documents, distributed via classified email and the unclassified solicitation portal.

The agency prefers communication through classified email for the submission of document requests, inquiries, and proposals. To obtain RPP documents, interested parties must provide specific organizational identifiers including company name, CAGE code, unique identifier number, and Facility Security Officer contact information. While communication primarily occurs via the classified network, alternative instructions are available for offerors without classified email access. Point of contact for this notice is Rebecca Froelich.