SEQUOIA (Formerly known as AI/ML Data Labeling)
ID: HM047624R0005Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSENATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (NGA)ATTN: MS S84 - OCSSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22150-7500, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/68c30d2285d14f06998014e1a77aea63/view
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    Description

    The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) is seeking proposals for the SEQUOIA project, which involves Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Data Labeling services. This procurement aims to enhance the NGA's capabilities in processing and analyzing geospatial intelligence data through advanced AI/ML techniques. The opportunity includes a two-phase source selection process, with Phase 1 requiring an oral presentation and Phase 2 involving a written proposal, with specific deadlines for industry questions and intent to participate. Interested parties must have access to the classified Intelligence-Community-Acquisition Research Center (IC-ARC) website and can contact Jesusa G. Labial at jesusa.g.labial@nga.mil or Sara Collins at Sara.E.Collins@nga.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jesusa G. Labial
    (571) 557-4308
    jesusa.g.labial@nga.mil
    Sara Collins
    Sara.E.Collins@nga.mil
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