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USV Autonomy and C2 Integration

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Response Deadline11/16/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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The USV Autonomy and C2 Integration subcontract, managed by the Naval Information Warfare Systems under the Department of Defense, focuses on the development and integration of autonomous control, perception, and Command and Control systems for Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel projects. The project requires the implementation of COLREGS-compliant obstacle avoidance, navigational chart ingestion for routing, and specific keep-out and keep-in zone logic to support continuous unmanned operations exceeding 24 hours. The technical scope involves utilizing LiDAR, Radar, and camera systems to deliver a fully functional autonomy suite integrated directly into the MUSV hull. This effort falls under NAICS code 541715, with a response deadline of November 16, 2026.

General Info

DoD subcontract for MUSV autonomous control and C2 integration, due November 16, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Naval Information Warfare SystemsView Agency

NAICS

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

Place of Performance

CA

Set-Aside

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Documents

This scope was carved out of N0003926RR002.

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Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (MUSV) Phase II Integration and Testing

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PostedSep 23

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Response DeadlineNov 16

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11/16/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTCin about 2 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Information Warfare Systems

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Develops and integrates autonomous control, perception, and Command and Control (C2) systems for prime contractors on NAVWAR Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (MUSV) projects. Implements COLREGS-compliant obstacle avoidance, navigational chart ingestion for routing, and keep-out/keep-in zone logic for 24+ hour continuous unmanned operation. Utilizes LiDAR, Radar, and cameras. Delivers a fully functional autonomy suite integrated into the MUSV hull.

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