Juan Echeverry

Stories

Tech7 wins SBIR to build Space Development Agency testbed for proliferated LEO tech

Leading Tech7's PLATE testbed work for SDA

The Space Development Agency is buying a testbed to vet third-party satellite software before committing to full integration. Tech7 Company, a Colorado Springs defense contractor, won a Direct to Phase II Small Business Innovation Research award, run through the Space Force's SpaceWERX office, to build the Proliferated LEO Agile Testbed Environment, or PLATE. Tech7 announced the award on October 19, 2026.

Updated Oct 20

Notable Quotes

It highlights the value of leveraging commercial capabilities to address critical operational needs and underscores our commitment to delivering innovative solutions that empower the U.S. Space Force and USSPACECOM to achieve their missions with precision and agility.

from Tech7 wins SBIR to build Space Development Agency testbed for proliferated LEO tech · Updated Oct 20

PLATE gives the Space Force a place to safely try new ideas at the speed the pLEO mission demands.

from Tech7 wins SBIR to build Space Development Agency testbed for proliferated LEO tech · Updated Oct 20