Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C) - Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
ID: W519TC-24-S-XXXXType: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RIROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-0000, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/0f00f531dd8043b9ba6d81ce6a5c0345/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Army's Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C), is issuing a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for basic, applied, and advanced research in artificial intelligence and machine learning from May 1, 2024, to May 31, 2029. This BAA invites proposals focused on various areas including autonomous platforms, AI/ML algorithms, decision support systems, human-AI integration, synthetic environments, distributed AI, and underpinning methodologies, with the aim of enhancing military capabilities through innovative research. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, non-profits, and for-profit organizations, with funding available through various instruments such as contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements, and no mandatory cost-sharing requirement. Interested parties should submit their proposals in accordance with the specified formats and evaluation criteria, and can contact Taylor Gross at taylor.a.gross2.civ@army.mil or Joseph Artioli at Joseph.a.artioli.civ@army.mil for further information.

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    Taylor Gross
    taylor.a.gross2.civ@army.mil
    Joseph Artioli
    Joseph.a.artioli.civ@army.mil
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    AI2C BAA 050324.pdf
    The United States Army Futures Command Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for basic, applied, and advanced scientific research convergence. The BAA is open for a five-year period from May 2024 to May 2029, and the AI2C is seeking proposals in areas including autonomous platforms, artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms, AI/ML decision support, human-AI integration, synthetic environments, distributed AI, underpinning methodologies, and special topics. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, non-profit organizations, and for-profit organizations.
    New BAA W519TC-24-S-AI2C.pdf
    The U.S. Army Futures Command's Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) to solicit research proposals for basic, applied, and advanced scientific studies in artificial intelligence (AI) over a continuous five-year period from May 1, 2024, to May 31, 2029. The BAA seeks innovative whitepapers and proposals that focus on enhancing AI technology in various areas such as autonomous platforms, AI/ML algorithms, decision support systems, human-AI integration, synthetic environments, distributed AI, and underpinning methodologies. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, non-profit organizations, and for-profit entities, with a focus on fostering collaboration without mandatory cost-sharing. The awards may take various forms, including contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, and Other Transactions. The proposals will be evaluated based on scientific and technical merit, contributions to Army missions, qualifications of personnel, and cost realism. This announcement emphasizes the Army's commitment to advancing its technological capabilities and addressing military needs through multidisciplinary research initiatives while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and fostering an inclusive research environment.
    New BAA W519TC-24-S-AI2C 26AUG2024.pdf
    The U.S. Army Futures Command has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for artificial intelligence research and development through its Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C) to be conducted from May 1, 2024, to May 31, 2029. The BAA invites proposals across multiple areas, including autonomous platforms, AI and machine learning algorithms, human-AI integration, and distributed AI among others, with a focus on innovative technologies and research methodologies relevant to military operations. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, for-profit organizations, and non-profits, with different funding mechanisms available, and submissions accepted continuously within the specified timeframe.
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