Transformational AI Capabilities for National Security
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFNNSA NON-MO CNTRCTNG OPS DIVALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87185, USA

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    The Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is seeking information on Transformational Artificial Intelligence (AI) Capabilities for National Security through a Request for Information (RFI). This initiative aims to integrate advanced AI technologies into NNSA's nuclear weapons development and nonproliferation missions, enhancing operational efficiency and addressing evolving global threats. The RFI invites responses from a diverse range of entities, including businesses, research organizations, and universities, to gather insights on capabilities related to classified AI development, data curation, and partnership models. Interested parties must submit their responses by January 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM MST, and can direct inquiries to Clinton Rohloff or Stephanie M. Vigil via the provided contact information.

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    Clinton Rohloff
    clinton.rohloff@nnsa.doe.gov
    Vigil, Stephanie M.
    (505) 845-6136
    stephanie.vigil@nnsa.doe.gov
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    2025-12-01 - Genesis RFI.docx
    The Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Transformational Artificial Intelligence (AI) Capabilities for National Security. This RFI, prompted by President Trump's Genesis Mission Executive Order on November 24, 2025, seeks to integrate advanced AI into NNSA's nuclear weapons development and nonproliferation missions. The goal is to accelerate timelines and ensure national security against evolving global threats. The RFI targets institutions, businesses, cloud providers, think tanks, investors, research organizations, and universities to understand market capabilities and inform the long-term Genesis program. Responses are due by January 23, 2026, 12:00 PM MST, and should address capabilities for classified AI development, data curation, model enhancement, partnership models, operational considerations, and cost/pricing. The document also includes strict Research, Technology, and Economic Security (RTES) requirements, prohibiting participation from
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