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NRO reconsiders commercial radar-imagery contracts as demand grows

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The National Reconnaissance Office is reviewing how it contracts for commercial radar satellite imagery, a senior official said Oct. 28. The rethink comes as demand rises and suppliers press for more predictable revenue, putting the agency’s purchasing approach in focus.

Discovered 2026-10-29T15:30:40.489543-07:00 | 2026-10-29T15:30:40.489543-07:00

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  • The NRO’s contracting review reflects rising demand for commercial radar imagery and could affect how the agency accesses supplier capacity.
  • Suppliers are seeking more predictable revenue, highlighting a tension between government purchasing practices and the commercial investment certainty providers say they need.

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