Multimodal Sensor Data Fusion Architecture

The contract seeks the design of a software architecture capable of fusing real-time data from multiple sensor modalities including radio frequency, electro-optical/infrared, radar, and acoustic systems to generate a unified, deconflicted air picture specifically for countering small unmanned aerial systems. This effort requires advanced algorithms and integration frameworks that can correlate, prioritize, and reconcile disparate sensor inputs into a single coherent tactical representation, enabling accurate situational awareness and actionable intelligence in complex electromagnetic environments. The architecture must be scalable, robust against sensor degradation or denial, and optimized for low-latency processing in austere operational settings. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract under the U.S. Air Force’s Air Force Materiel Command, specifically managed by the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, with a performance location of 45433. The North American Industry Classification System code 541715 indicates this is a research and development service in the physical, engineering, and life sciences. The solicitation was posted on April 29, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on May 13, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time. While no set-aside provisions or point of contact details are provided, interested entities must possess the technical expertise to deliver a mission-critical sensor fusion solution aligned with military C-sUAS operational requirements.