Development of an Automated Driving System (ADS) National Strategy for the National Park Service (NPS) Through the Use of Pilots in an Operational Setting

The U.S. Department of Transportation, through its 693JJ3 Acquisition and Grants Management office, has awarded a contract for the development of an Automated Driving System (ADS) National Strategy specifically for the National Park Service. This initiative will leverage real-world pilots conducted in operational settings to inform a strategic framework that advances the safe and effective integration of automated driving technologies within national park environments. The primary performance location is in Los Angeles, California, with the contracting office based in Washington, D.C. The solicitation number is 693JJ326C000002 and was posted on July 1, 2026, under NAICS code 541715 which categorizes it under research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The contract does not utilize any set-aside provisions and is open to all eligible entities. Primary point of contact is Okpemitoritse U. Onuwaje, reachable via email at o.onuwaje@dot.gov or phone at 720-963-3615, with James Mikell listed as a secondary contact. The awarded work will focus on generating actionable insights through field testing of ADS technologies under the unique logistical, environmental, and safety constraints encountered in national parks, ultimately producing a scalable national strategy to guide future deployments. All documentation and contract details are accessible via the SAM.gov workspace link provided.