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Commercial LEO Destination Contract (CLDC)

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NASA's Commercial Low-Earth Orbit Development Program is designed to foster the creation of privately developed space destinations and related systems in low-Earth orbit. This initiative seeks to enable continuous U.S. presence in space by supporting routine utilization of orbiting platforms beyond the retirement of the International Space Station. The scope includes comprehensive services such as the development of in-orbit destinations, visiting vehicles, launch systems, and associated ground support infrastructure. The program is formalized under the Commercial LEO Destination Contract (CLDC), identified by solicitation number nasa-0ab126e5bec3d149, and was announced in January 2026. It focuses on opportunities within the aerospace manufacturing sector, specifically aligned with NAICS code 336414. Through this contract, NASA’s Johnson Space Center aims to partner with private industry to advance sustainable low-Earth orbit capabilities, driving innovation and ensuring continuous access to space for research, commerce, and exploration activities.

General Info

NASA partners with private industry to develop sustainable low-Earth orbit destinations and systems.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → Johnson Space Center

NAICS

336414 - Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing View NAICS

Place of Performance

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Set-Aside

NONE

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PostedMay 25

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → Johnson Space Center

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National Aeronautics And Space Administration → Johnson Space Center

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NASA's Commercial Low-Earth Orbit Development Program (CLDP) intends to spur the development of new low-Earth orbit space destinations and supporting systems from private industry. This effort aims to obtain the ability to provide routine utilization of low-Earth orbit and maintain a continuous U.S. presence in space as the International Space Station is retired. These systems may include end-to-end services such as the in-orbit destination, visiting vehicles, and supporting launch vehicles and ground systems.

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