AI Effects at the Edge Assessment Event
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, in collaboration with the Cyber Fusion Innovation Center (CFIC) and Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) Technology and Innovation Center (ArCTIC), is seeking industry expertise for an AI Effects at the Edge Assessment Event. This Special Notice aims to identify solutions for developing an Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML) model embedded on a commercial platform to enable advanced capabilities for modular mission payload (MMP) development and seamless integration with connected sensors. Whitepaper submissions are due May 27, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Assessment Event addresses a critical FY25 need for an AI-driven capabilities tool to replace current manual and inefficient processes. The government intends to pursue non-FAR-based agreements (e.g., Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), B2B Contracting Mechanism through PIA) for prototype projects, with potential for follow-on production contracts without competitive procedures if prototypes are successful. The event is considered competitive, similar to a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) or Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO).
Key Requirements & Deliverables
- Functional Requirements: Data repository integration (pull/push), autonomous development of low-sophistication MMPs, and porting AI-developed MMPs to connected sensors.
- Technical Requirements: Embedded AI/ML model, commercial platform compatibility with sensors, and scalability for enterprise-wide operations.
- Phase 1 Deliverables: Commercial platform with embedded AI/ML model, architecture/design/operational guides, and a functional prototype demonstration environment.
- Phase 2 Deliverables: Expanded platform capabilities for broader sensor integration.
- Compliance: Solutions must comply with ARCYBER's DevSecOps standards and achieve Authority to Operate (ATO).
Contract Details
- Type: Special Notice, leading to non-FAR-based agreements (OTAs, B2B via PIA) for prototype projects.
- Set-Aside: None specified; open to U.S. industry, academic, and National Lab partners.
- Place of Performance: Augusta, GA, United States.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: A 6-page whitepaper response is required via the Vulcan platform.
- Whitepaper Deadline: May 27, 2026, 11:59 PM ET.
- Evaluation: Whitepapers will be reviewed for technical merit and feasibility. Down-selected companies will be invited to a virtual demonstration.
- Virtual Demonstration: Scheduled for June 9-11, 2026.
Additional Notes
Participation requires an account in the Vulcan platform. Questions should be directed to Brandon Sizemore (bsizemore@cyberfic.org) or Amanda Green (agreen@cyberfic.org).