Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) Software Pathway (SWP) Industry Day Details and Registration Instructions
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    Posted Oct 17, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Oct 17, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Nov 15, 2024, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command in Sterling Heights, Michigan, is hosting an Industry Day for the Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) Software Pathway (SWP) on November 20, 2024. This event aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of autonomous movement related to the RCV Capability Needs Statement (CNS) and to inform participating companies about aligning their technologies with future RCV program needs. The Industry Day will feature a government presentation from 0800 to 1200 ET, with registration limited to two representatives per organization, requiring individual registration by November 15, 2024, along with a Military Critical Technical Data Agreement for non-NAMC members. Interested parties can contact Kayla Stewart or Catherine E. Miller for further information, and registration details can be found at the provided link.

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Kayla Stewart
kayla.m.stewart18.civ@army.mil
CATHERINE E. MILLER
catherine.e.miller.civ@army.mil
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Oct 17, 2024, 7:44 PM UTC
The Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) Software Pathway (SWP) Industry Day, scheduled for November 20, 2024, aims to achieve a shared understanding of autonomous movement related to the RCV Capability Needs Statement (CNS). It serves to inform participating companies about expected technology developments and align their innovations with future RCV program needs. The event features a government presentation from 0800 to 1200 ET and will be held at the Velocity Center in Sterling Heights, MI, with capacity limited to two representatives per organization, requiring individual registration. Non-NAMC members must submit a Military Critical Technical Data Agreement as part of their registration by the deadline of November 15, 2024. While there will be no virtual attendance for industry participants, U.S. Government communications will occur live, allowing for interaction and clarifying questions. The government retains discretion on answering questions, with follow-up information provided via NAMC and SAM.gov. This event reflects the government's initiative to foster collaboration and innovation in autonomous technologies for military applications, emphasizing the importance of pre-competitive engagement with the industry.
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