AI-Enabled Manpower Modeling and Readiness Optimization Solution

The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Command is seeking industry input for an AI-Enabled Manpower Modeling and Readiness Optimization Solution under solicitation M6786126IMKMAI, with responses due by July 30, 2026. This sources-sought notice is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 541511, targeting firms capable of delivering advanced artificial intelligence solutions to enhance manpower planning and operational readiness modeling. Submitters are asked to provide capability statements, potential technical approaches, AI development strategies, and rough order of magnitude pricing estimates to support the development of a system that leverages machine learning and data analytics to optimize personnel allocation and readiness metrics. The contract will be managed by the Department of Defense through the Office of the Director of Contracting located in New Orleans, Louisiana, with performance expected in the same location. Primary point of contact is Jordyn Edwards, reachable via email or phone, with Parren Tatum serving as the secondary contact for follow-up inquiries. Interested small businesses must submit their responses directly to the provided contacts by the deadline, and all proposed solutions should address the specific objectives outlined in the Statement of Objectives, with an emphasis on scalable, secure AI systems capable of integrating with existing military readiness frameworks. No formal bid is required at this stage, but responses will inform the future acquisition strategy and potential contract award.