Federal Register #2026-17372

National Space Transportation Policy Memorandum

This policy memorandum from the Executive Office of the President establishes the National Space Transportation Policy. - Government Buyer: - Executive Office of the President - Multiple agencies directed: NASA, Department of War, Department of Commerce, Department of Transportation, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Communications Commission - Scope and Objectives: - Emphasizes the strategic importance of space transportation for national security and economic growth - Directs federal agencies to operate, maintain, and improve space launch and reentry infrastructure - Sets goals for expanding launch and reentry capabilities - Encourages public-private partnerships to foster innovation and competitiveness - Prioritizes use of commercial space transportation services for government needs - Additional Policy Elements: - Addresses international collaboration and export controls - Promotes workforce development and interagency coordination - Aims to maintain U.S. leadership in space transportation - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are mentioned - This is a strategic policy document, not a procurement or award notice

Description

This presidential memorandum outlines the national space transportation policy emphasizing the strategic importance of space transportation capabilities for national security and economic growth. It directs various federal agencies to operate and improve space launch and reentry infrastructure, promote a competitive space transportation industry, and ensure reliable access to space. The policy also addresses international collaboration, government space transportation requirements, and interagency coordination to maintain U.S. leadership in space transportation. It supersedes previous directives and sets goals for expanding space transportation capabilities by 2030.

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