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Autonomous Platforms Research & Development

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Response Deadline04/05/2029, 03:59:00 AM UTC

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The Autonomous Platforms Research and Development subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense under the W6QK Acc-Apg Durham agency, focuses on the creation of autonomous ground and air vehicles for Army Applications Laboratory projects. The scope of work involves developing reprogrammable platform architectures, propulsion and mobility components, and specialized sensors designed for terrain characterization and the detection of obscured targets. A primary objective of the initiative is to decrease the logistical burdens associated with the operation of autonomous systems. Operating out of Austin, Texas, the contractor is responsible for delivering validated autonomous mobility systems, technical reports, and functional prototypes. This effort falls under NAICS code 541715, with a response deadline set for April 5, 2029.

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DoD subcontract for developing autonomous ground and air vehicles for Army applications.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Durham

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Austin, TX, 78701, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of W911NF-24-S-0008.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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ARMY APPLICATIONS LABORATORY BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

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PostedOct 20

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Response DeadlineApr 5

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04/05/2029, 03:59:00 AM UTCin over 2 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Durham

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Performs research and development of autonomous ground and air vehicles for prime contractors on Army Applications Laboratory projects. Develops architectures for reprogrammable platforms, propulsion and mobility components, and sensors for obscured target detection and terrain characterization. Focuses on reducing logistical burdens of autonomous systems. Delivers prototypes, technical reports, and validated autonomous mobility systems.

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