Take your prototypes further, faster.
SpEC works with you through every project stage to deliver mission-critical results when needed most. Align your project scope and requirements to a customized acquisition strategy guided by our team of experts.
Operated through Space Systems Command (SSC), SpEC flips the script on traditional contracting options by speeding up prototype development, engaging non-traditional organizations and streamlining collaboration.
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40%
Faster Time to Award
Increase the pace and quality of projects with SpEC’s customized proposal options and full-cycle project support.
12%
Saved on Average
Traditional FAR-based contracting can be costly. SpEC’s cost is 12% less on average than a traditional USG estimate.
$2B+
In Obligated Funds to Date
SpEC has awarded 62 prototyping projects since its creation in 2017, facilitating the award of over $2 billion in obligated funds.
With SpEC, you can optimize and deliver Space Force capabilities, ensuring your lethal force can compete, deter, and win.
More Engagement
SpEC’s diverse membership network boasts an average of 12 respondents per solicitation. Traditional FAR-based contracting lacks choice, averaging only 1-2 respondents per solicitation.
More Potential
SpEC covers a wide, diverse range of tech areas including AI and Machine Learning, Space-based Sensing and OPIR, Advanced Battle Management and Decision Systems, Mixed Reality Training, and many more.
More Innovation
SpEC minimizes barriers to entry for small businesses and non-traditional vendors. Our membership base is comprised of 88% NTDC, promoting integrated research and prototyping efficiencies.
Case Study
Urgent Threat Response: Resilient GPS (R-GPS)
Utilizing Quick Start, the R-GPS team successfully earned Deputy Secretary of Defense approval, conducted market research, hosted an industry day, released a solicitation, and awarded initial contracts in under six months, far faster than traditional space programs that sometimes require up to three years.
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Case Study
How SSC Leveraged Industry to Find Their Problem Statement with ASTRO-E
Leveraging the SpEC OTA’s innovator pool, the SSC OTTI Integrated Program Office awarded Phase 1 of ASTRO-E , which includes a concept paper. Over the course of three phases, SSC will eventually down-select to one awardee, who will be tasked with developing a training infrastructure for the SSC in the final phase.
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ANNUAL DUES
Members work collaboratively to connect the United States military to its cutting-edge knowledge and technology solutions. Membership spans the entire innovation ecosystem including:
Corporate
| Annual Revenue | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| < $10M | $250 |
| $10M – $50M | $1,000 |
| $50M – $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M + | $10,000 |
Non-Profit
| Annual Revenue | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| < $50M | $500 |
| $50M – $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M+ | $10,000 |
Academic & Other
| Types | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| University | $2,500 |
| Laboratory | $2,500 |
| Incubator | $500 |
| Investor | $2,500 |
ANNUAL DUES
Members work collaboratively to connect the United States military to its cutting-edge knowledge and technology solutions. Membership spans the entire innovation ecosystem including:
Corporate
| Annual Revenue | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| < $10M | $250 |
| $10M – $50M | $1,000 |
| $50M – $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M + | $10,000 |
Non-Profit
| Annual Revenue | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| < $50M | $500 |
| $50M – $100M | $5,000 |
| $100M+ | $10,000 |
Academic & Other
| Types | Annual Dues |
|---|---|
| University | $2,500 |
| Laboratory | $2,500 |
| Incubator | $500 |
| Investor | $2,500 |
