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NASA Requests Proposals for Commercial Space Stations to Succeed ISS by 2030
Key points
- NASA released a request for proposals for private space stations.
- Commercial stations will succeed the ISS in low-Earth orbit by 2030.
- Proposals are due December 8; NASA will select "two or more" contractors.
- Phase 1 winners will receive at least $100 million.
NASA Seeks Commercial Successor to ISS
NASA released a request for proposals (RFP) to the US commercial space industry for the development of private space stations. These commercial stations are intended to take over from the International Space Station (ISS) in low-Earth orbit (LEO) as early as 2030. The agency stated its plan is to ensure a sustained human presence in LEO for science and exploration activities.
Proposal Timeline and Funding
Industry responses to the 360-page RFP are due by December 8. NASA plans to select "two or more" contractors in this initial phase of the competition, with a final decision anticipated in April. Companies selected in Phase 1 will be guaranteed at least $100 million in funding.
Maintaining LEO Presence
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman stated that NASA will maintain its presence in low Earth orbit for research, technology development, crew training, and mission preparation for the Moon and Mars. Commercial space stations are expected to provide this capability, allowing NASA to focus resources on other missions.
Expected Bidders
Companies expected to bid for this funding phase include Axiom Space, Voyager Space, and Vast Space. Blue Origin, which received earlier NASA funding, may also participate. SpaceX is not expected to bid at this time.
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NASA issued a request for proposals to the US commercial space industry for developing private space stations. These stations are intended to replace the International Space Station in low-Earth orbit starting in 2030, ensuring continued human presence for science and exploration.