The Journal of Space Commerce

The Journal of Space Commerce

Station Deorbit Spacecraft RFP Open to Private Companies

Seeks Safe Solution for Deorbiting ISS

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Tom Patton
Sep 25, 2023
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NASA has released a request for proposal from U.S. industry for the U.S. Deorbit Vehicle (USDV), a spacecraft meant to safely deorbit the International Space Station as part of its planned retirement.

To maximize value to the government and enhance competition, the acquisition will allow offerors flexibility in proposing Firm…

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