Air Force Research Lab, Autonomy Industry Day, Dayton OH
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2391 USAF AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND AFRL PZL AFRL RQKPWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

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    Posted Mar 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due May 4, 2025, 9:00 PM UTC
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The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), is hosting an Autonomy Industry Day from May 5-9, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, aimed at fostering collaboration with U.S. industry partners in advancing autonomy software technologies. This event seeks to engage businesses and academic institutions capable of managing controlled unclassified information, with the goal of assessing industry readiness to support AFRL's initiatives in autonomy technologies across various domains, including air, space, and command control communications battle management (C3BM). The initiative is crucial for enhancing partnerships that address critical autonomy needs amid great power competition. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Thomas Estrada at Thomas.Estrada.4@us.af.mil; please note that participation is voluntary and costs incurred will not be reimbursed.

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Thomas Estrada
Thomas.Estrada.4@us.af.mil
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20250207 sam.gov announcement.docx
Mar 3, 2025, 5:05 PM UTC
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) will host an "Autonomy Industry Day" from May 5-9, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, aimed at engaging U.S. industry partners in the development of autonomy technologies. This event is designed for stakeholders from various sectors, including large and small businesses and academia, to align with the federal government's needs in autonomy software focused on air, space, weapons, and command control communications battle management (C3BM). Participants can expect briefings from technical experts on upcoming requirements, with opportunities for private discussions on their relevant investments. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the Department of the Air Force's capabilities amid rising global competition. It is essential to note that this announcement does not solicit bids or proposals, and there is no obligation for the government to award contracts concerning the event. Queries can be directed to the provided email. This industry day marks an initial step toward fostering collaboration between government and industry to accelerate the transition of autonomy technologies.
20250305 sam.gov announcement.docx
Mar 7, 2025, 2:06 PM UTC
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is organizing an Autonomy Industry Day from May 5-9, 2025, in Dayton, Ohio, focused on advancing autonomy software technologies. This event invites US industry partners, including businesses and academic entities capable of handling controlled unclassified information. The objective is to enhance collaboration between government and private sectors, assessing industry readiness to support AFRL in the development and implementation of autonomy technologies for various domains, including air, space, weapons, and command control communications battle management (C3BM). Key activities include briefings by technical experts on future autonomy needs and opportunities, alongside options for private meetings where participants can discuss their investments in relevant technologies. The initiative aligns with the Department of Air Force's strategic aims amid great power competition, emphasizing the necessity of partnerships to address critical autonomy needs. This announcement does not serve as a bid or proposal request, nor does it obligate the government to award contracts. Participation is voluntary and costs incurred will not be reimbursed. For inquiries regarding the event, contact information is provided.
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