PEO IEW&S, Project Linchpin, PEO STRI, & STE CFT - AI Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Capabilities - Request for Information (RFI)
ID: Linchpin_AI_Modeling_Simulation_RFI_2024Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-1846, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/db502a451b2f4f4795c7df14cc882292/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army's Program Executive Office Intelligence, Electronic Warfare and Sensors (PEO IEW&S), is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights on artificial intelligence (AI) modeling and simulation (M&S) capabilities aimed at enhancing Army training and readiness. The RFI seeks industry feedback on AI solutions for data collection, model training, and security, with a focus on developing a reliable AI ecosystem that addresses operational challenges in M&S applications. This initiative is crucial for modernizing training and simulation capabilities, ensuring that the Army can effectively integrate advanced technologies to improve combat readiness. Interested parties are invited to submit their responses by November 8, 2024, and should direct any questions to Thomas J. Lueddeke or Kristen Weiman via the provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Thomas J. Lueddeke
    thomas.j.lueddeke.civ@army.mil
    Kristen Weiman
    kristen.l.weiman.civ@army.mil
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    Modeling and Simulation RFI_Counter_AI_TRL_Final.pdf
    The U.S. Army, through its Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and Project Linchpin Team, issued a Request for Information (RFI) focusing on modeling and simulation (M&S) capabilities to enhance Army training and readiness. This RFI aims to gather insights from industry to inform future contractual endeavors regarding artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that can improve M&S applications. The initiative emphasizes the collaboration between the Army and industry partners to create a reliable AI ecosystem, addressing training, testing, and operational challenges. Industry responses should detail capabilities in data collection, model training, and AI security, providing practical use cases and technological approaches relevant to M&S. Specific inquiries include the provision of AI model frameworks, testing methodologies, required skill sets, cost structures, and approaches to counter adversarial threats to AI systems. The RFI serves as an information-gathering effort, inviting industry feedback to strengthen Army capabilities in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. The deadline for submissions is set for November 8, 2024, and all responses are voluntary without entitlement to payment from the Government.
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