The Russian government has submitted to the State Duma a bill that aims to restrict access to information about procurement conducted by Roscosmos and several other state entities. The draft law was published on the official website of the State Duma, signaling a formal step in the legislative process. The proposal seeks to tighten transparency around the acquisition of goods, works, and services for state needs by introducing closed procurement procedures for certain categories of purchases. This move comes as part of a broader effort to regulate how information about government purchases is shared with third parties and the general public.
Specifically, the measure would amend the law On the contract system in the sphere of procurement of goods, works, and services to satisfy state and municipal requirements. The intent behind these amendments is to limit the access of non-governmental actors to tender details, bid information, and contract terms in cases deemed sensitive or critical to national interests. The changes are framed as a way to protect state interests while maintaining the efficiency and integrity of procurement processes across the federation.
The scope of the proposed legislation would extend to federal executive authorities that are charged with developing and executing state policy in defense, state security, and the coordination of national security across the Russian Federation. It would also cover the National Guard troops, their subordinate state institutions, and state unitary enterprises, together with the Roscosmos State Space Corporation. These entities would be subject to more guarded handling of procurement data, with rules designed to balance transparency with the protection of strategic information.
In related developments, Roscosmos has previously outlined ambitious plans for satellite manufacturing within the national space program. The agency has spoken about advancing domestic capabilities in satellite production, aiming to contribute to the resilience and independence of Russia’s space infrastructure. The broader goal is to strengthen the country’s technological base and ensure critical space assets are developed under strict governance frameworks that guard strategic information.
Earlier disclosures from Roscosmos indicated the successful launch of three experimental reconnaissance satellites. These missions were described as important milestones in testing new sensors, orbital configurations, and data collection capabilities. Observers noted that such launches could inform future space operations and procurement decisions, including potential collaborations with domestic defense and civil space programs. The public discourse surrounding these launches often centers on how government oversight and procurement policies shape the pace and scope of space technology development, including the sourcing of components and associated services. [Citation: State Duma publication and Roscosmos communications]