ACO – OPEX validation of Multi-Link and Multi-Orbit Satellite System (M2S2) for maritime communications

Summary

Allied Command Operations (ACO) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ-MC-M2S2-26-01) for Operational Experimentation (OPEX) to validate a Multi-Link and Multi-Orbit Satellite System (M2S2). M2S2 is being assessed as a new technology for enhanced communications in the maritime domain. The location is Northwood, United Kingdom. The title indicates that the activity tests and validates, in an operational setting, a satellite communications solution that combines multiple links and multiple orbits. The available notice does not specify the scope, quantities, duration of the experimentation, technical requirements or estimated value. Quotations must be submitted by 16:00 GMT on Wednesday 11 November 2026 (suspense date). The publication date and the contract or experimentation performance period are not stated. Eligibility requirements are not given; for NATO procurements these typically involve nomination by the national authorities of a NATO member state and possible security clearance requirements, but the material does not confirm this for this RFQ. Evaluation criteria are not stated. The RFQ documents (statement of work, technical requirements, terms and conditions) were not available, and they contain additional conditions not considered in this summary.