Development of Pedestrian Realistic Artificial Datasets (RADs)
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TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION693JJ3 ACQUISITION AND GRANTS MGTWASHINGTON, DC, 20590, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/31df618fe58d407987b2a123a3cba1b6/view
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    The Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration seeks proposals for developing synthetic, realistic artificial datasets (RADs) related to pedestrian volumes and exposure for safety research. The two-phase project aims to curate existing data and generate new RADs to advance highway safety. Responses will inform the future Request for Proposals, with the administration inviting capabilities and experiences from small businesses and academic institutions. Contact Bob Brown at Bob.P.Brown@dot.gov for more information.

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    The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), in its Office of Safety and Operations Research & Development, seeks market intelligence and capabilities from various sources, including small businesses and academic institutions. The goal is to create synthetic, realistic artificial datasets (RADs) related to pedestrian volumes and exposure for highway safety research. These RADs are essential for developing crash modification factors and advancing pedestrian safety. The two-phase project aims to investigate available pedestrian data, identify gaps, and then generate RADs to fill those gaps. Responses to this notice will help shape the future Request for Proposals. Interested parties are invited to submit their capabilities, experience, and insights, with a focus on developing RADs for highway safety.
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