#Andromeda

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Space Force Expands Andromeda Contract Pool to $6.2 Billion for Next-Generation Space Surveillance

The U.S. Space Force has raised the ceiling on its Andromeda contracting vehicle to $6.2 billion as it accelerates work on follow-on constellations for geosynchronous surveillance missions.

Key Takeaways

The Space Force raised the Andromeda contract ceiling from $1.8 billion to $6.2 billion.
RG-XX is set to replace the GSSAP fleet with smaller, lower-cost satellites.

DT Editorial Team·May 8, 2026·via breakingdefense.com

Space Force Opens $1.84 Billion Commercial Race to Replace GSSAP Watch Satellites

The U.S. Space Force has lined up 14 companies for a decade-long competition to build or provide next-generation space-monitoring systems, with the first order aimed at replacing the long-serving GSSAP satellites in geos

Key Takeaways

The Space Force set up a 10-year, $1.84 billion competition under the Andromeda program.
The first task order will buy commercial satellites to replace the six-satellite GSSAP constellation.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 11, 2026·via breakingdefense.com