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Space Battle Management & AI Software

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Response Deadline03/23/2030, 06:00:00 AM UTC

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The Space Battle Management and AI Software subcontract involves the development of advanced AI/ML software focused on data fusion, threat assessment, and command and control for prime contractors supporting Air Force Research Laboratory projects. The scope of work includes implementing machine learning to enable rapid threat response and net-centric command and control concepts, utilizing high-performance computing environments to ensure operational efficiency. Key deliverables for this effort include the creation of AI/ML software modules, the development of command and control interface prototypes, and the submission of detailed algorithm validation reports. Managed under the Department of Defense and the AFRL Rvk agency, this project falls under NAICS code 541511 and is scheduled with a response deadline of March 23, 2030.

General Info

AI/ML software for AFRL space battle management, threat assessment, and command and control.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA9453 Afrl Rvk

NAICS

541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

Place of Performance

NM

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA9453-21-S-0001.

The full solicitation package (6 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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SPACE TECHNOLOGY ADVANCED RESEARCH-FAST-TRACKING INNOVATIVE SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE (STAR-FISH) ARA CALL005 Topic Area 1 Space Vehicle Functionality and Logistics, Advanced Next Generation Strategic Radiation hardened Memory (ANGSTRM)

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Timeline

PostedMay 18

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Response DeadlineMar 23

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Response Deadline

03/23/2030, 06:00:00 AM UTCin over 3 years

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA9453 Afrl Rvk

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Develops AI/ML software for data fusion, threat assessment, and command and control (C2) for prime contractors on Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) projects. Implements machine learning for rapid threat response and net-centric C2 concepts using high-performance computing (HPC) environments. Delivers AI/ML software modules, C2 interface prototypes, and algorithm validation reports.

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