# NASA invites proposals for commercial space stations

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Topic: Science · Status: published · Version: 1
Published: 2026-10-09T18:17:28.655Z · Updated: 2026-10-09T18:17:28.655Z
Record: https://davids.news/s/nasa-invites-proposals-for-commercial-space-stations-b2ea6903

The agency released a final request for proposals seeking industry plans for future stations in low Earth orbit.

- NASA says the stations could support research, technology development, crew training and preparation for missions to the Moon and Mars.

Why it matters: NASA says commercial stations may help maintain a US presence in low Earth orbit after the International Space Station retires.

What’s next: NASA is seeking industry proposals; the source does not specify a submission deadline.

## Original sources

- [NASA](<https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-seeks-us-industry-plans-for-commercial-space-stations>) — primary announcement
  Source: Jessica Taveau · NASA 2026 · Original report: 2026-10-09T18:11:44.000Z

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