AI/ML Model Development with Ethical Compliance

The contract calls for the design and training of artificial intelligence and machine learning models focused on data matching and fraud detection, with strict adherence to ethical standards, transparency, and active bias mitigation throughout the development lifecycle. All models must be built to ensure fairness, accountability, and interpretability, with documented processes for identifying and reducing algorithmic bias, as well as clear audit trails for decision-making outcomes. The work is categorized under NAICS code 541715 and is structured as a subcontract under the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget, with performance expected across various locations within the state. Proposals must be submitted by July 28, 2026, at 4:00 PM, following the solicitation posted on July 20, 2026. There is no designated set-aside classification, and while specific contact details are not provided, all submissions and inquiries must be made through the official Michigan state procurement portal linked in the notice. The absence of detailed location or point-of-contact information suggests that the work may be conducted remotely or distributed across multiple sites, with compliance and reporting requirements centralized through the agency’s digital system. Successful bidders will be expected to demonstrate proven experience in deploying ethically governed AI systems in government or regulated environments.