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Utah DOT Requests Industry Input on Proposed Commercial Spaceport Usage (RFI)

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking industry feedback through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the potential usage of a proposed commercial spaceport in Utah. - Government Buyer: - Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), Executive Branch Agency - Purpose: - Gather input from potential suppliers and industry stakeholders on anticipated industry usage of a commercial spaceport - Focus on activities such as launch, reentry, recovery, and other operations - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Respondents must submit a market interest survey and written descriptions of potential spaceport usage - Optional opportunity to present briefings to the Spaceport Exploration Committee (SEC) - Respondents may claim business confidentiality for sensitive information - This is a market research RFI only; no contract award or procurement will result from this notice - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a market research request - Products/Services Requested: - Industry feedback and written responses regarding spaceport usage scenarios - Context: - Utah's low population density, clear airspace, and remote, secure environment are highlighted as advantages for spaceport operations - Feedback will inform ongoing feasibility studies and potential future solicitations

Description

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather information, comments, and suggestions from potential suppliers regarding the anticipated industry usage of a proposed commercial spaceport in Utah. The spaceport could support activities such as launch, reentry, and other operations benefiting from Utah's low population density and clear airspace. This RFI aims to supplement existing feasibility studies and is not a procurement process; no contract will be awarded. Interested parties are encouraged to submit written responses and may have the opportunity to present briefings to the Spaceport Exploration Committee.

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