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NIST AI Accelerator Manufacturing Productivity & Critical Infrastructure

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The NIST AI Accelerator Manufacturing Productivity and Critical Infrastructure contract, issued by the Department of Commerce under the AD for Laboratory Programs, aims to secure U.S. economic security by maintaining dominance in artificial intelligence technology. The initiative focuses on accelerating the development and adoption of AI systems specifically within the domains of manufacturing productivity and critical infrastructure cybersecurity. This forecast identifies a requirement for a diverse array of skill sets and technology resources to be performed in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Classified under NAICS code 518210, the project is managed by the Department of Commerce to ensure the United States remains at the forefront of AI innovation and implementation.

General Info

Commerce contract for AI development in manufacturing and critical infrastructure in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Agency

Department Of Commerce → AD for Laboratory Programs

NAICS

518210 - Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

Place of Performance

GAITHERSBURG, MD

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PostedAug 5

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Organization & Contact Information

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce → AD for Laboratory Programs

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce → AD for Laboratory Programs

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KERRY MILES

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Full Description

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Ensure U.S. economic security through dominance in AI technology by providing a wide range of skill sets and technology resources to accelerate U.S. development and adoption of AI systems across both the manufacturing productivity and critical infrastructure cybersecurity domains

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