Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-13110
NASA Requests Public Comment on Astronaut Candidate Selection Information Collection
Buyer
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Posted
June 30, 2026
Respond By
July 30, 2026
Identifier
2026-13110
NASA is seeking public input on a proposed revision to its astronaut candidate selection information collection process. - Government Buyer: - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - Astronaut Selection Office (ASO), Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center - Purpose: - Request for public comment on the process used to collect and evaluate information about astronaut candidates - The information collection assesses candidates' work ethic and professionalism based on references from previous employers, managers, and co-workers - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement for products or services - No products, part numbers, or quantities are listed - The revision aims to improve the evaluation and selection process for astronaut candidates - No unique technical or product requirements are specified, as this is a request for feedback, not a purchase
Description
NASA is seeking public comments on its proposed revision of the information collection related to the NASA Astronaut Candidate Selection Qualifications Inquiry. This information collection supports the evaluation and selection of individuals for the NASA Astronaut Candidate Selection Program. The data collected will be used by NASA's Astronaut Selection Office and Human Resources personnel to gain insight into candidates' work ethic and professionalism. Comments on the proposed revision are due by July 30, 2026.