# NASA issues long-awaited call for private space station proposals

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- Ars Technica, 2026-10-09 21:34 UTC
- Science
- Original: https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/10/nasa-issues-long-awaited-call-to-industry-for-private-space-stations/

> NASA has invited US commercial space companies to propose private stations that could replace the International Space Station as astronauts’ home in low-Earth orbit as early as 2030. Responses are due December 8; NASA plans to select at least two contractors in this phase and make a final decision in April.