NASA sure seems to be asking an awful lot of private space stations
NASA has released a draft Request for Proposals detailing the requirements for private companies to build space stations in low-Earth orbit. With the International Space Station set to retire by 2030, the agency is under pressure to ensure a seamless transition to commercial alternatives.
Why it matters
The success of these private partnerships is critical for maintaining a continuous human presence in space as government-led programs shift to commercial models.
Draft RFP, you know me? NASA sure seems to be asking an awful lot of private space stations “Industry finally knows what NASA is asking of them.”
12 The International Space Station orbits 260 miles (420 kilometers) above the Earth. Credit: NASA The International Space Station orbits 260 miles (420 kilometers) above the Earth. Credit: NASA Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav NASA this week released a much-anticipated document , known as a “draft Request for Proposals,” that provides some clarity about what it expects from US companies attempting to build privately operated space stations in low-Earth orbit.
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