NASA is soliciting new bids for lunar missions amid concerns about SpaceX’s schedule delays. The space agency aims to foster competition among American companies to accelerate Moon missions in response to China’s advancing space program.
NASA Seeks Additional Lunar Contractors
The US space agency is reportedly opening new bidding for its planned Moon missions to create competition against SpaceX, according to statements from NASA leadership. Sources indicate that NASA administrator Sean Duffy announced the decision Monday, citing concerns about schedule delays from the current primary contractor.