The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is soliciting opinions and ideas under this Request for Information (RFI) to collect information that will help support the development of options for Canada’s future procurement needs in priority areas of space exploration. Firstly, on Canadian industry’s interest both in taking part in and capacity to supply and support future plans and developments in different areas of space exploration. Secondly, on the needs, requirements and perspectives of Canadian organizations, suppliers or individuals with regards to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) utilization for science investigations, technology development and demonstration, and other uses of LEO for commercial or scientific purposes. Thirdly, on potential future investments and procurement needs related to Lunar Surface and Orbit Exploration.This exercise is needed for CSA’s strategic planning, and does not imply future budgetary commitments by the CSA or the Government of Canada. This RFI provides Canadian industry, academia and individuals with the opportunity to submit information in a couple of key areas. Firstly, on how they plan or envision supporting space exploration or using LEO destinations in the post-International Space Station (ISS) era and, secondly, provide their opinion and vision on how Canada could engage with and position itself in the current context of global LEO commercialization and human deep space exploration (in particular, the Moon’s orbit and surface), while ensuring global competitiveness of Canadian space industry. The outcomes of this consultation will allow the CSA to advance multiple objectives of Canada’s Space Strategy, and most importantly, position Canada’s commercial space sector to help grow the economy and create the jobs of the future.
