SPOCGM2025-13-01 governs the standardized development, validation, maintenance, and submission of Ops Concepts and CONEMPs.
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It defines concepts, CONOPS, and CONEMPs, and assigns development and oversight responsibilities across Space Operations Command and Mission Deltas. It requires annual Ops Concept revalidation, CONEMP review and update cycles, specified document content, submission timelines, and classification practices.
Applies to: SpOC oversees the creation and maintenance of Ops Concepts and CONEMPs in coordination with Mission Deltas (MDs), Space Systems Command (SSC), and other functional stakeholders.
Annual revalidation is required to maintain alignment with operational priorities and SpOC Strategic Plan. (paragraph 5)
A tactically focused plan detailing the presentation, employment, and operation of a single system or capability. (paragraph 3)
Respective HQ SpOC S35 divisions author and serve as Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for the creation of CONEMPs. (paragraph 4)
To ensure standardization and alignment across the enterprise, all Mission Area Ops Concepts shall be updated and submitted to HQ SpOC/S55 no later than 31 December of each calendar year. (paragraph 9)
Revised CONEMPs shall be submitted no later than 36 months following their signed date in accordance with the triennial cycle or upon a major capability/mission change. (paragraph 9)