SBIRPre-Release

AI-Assisted RMF Pre-Adjudication for Research, Development, and Rapid Prototyping Environments

Solicitation ID26.BZ
Agency
DOD
DLA
Deadline
Jun 24, 2026
45 days left
Posted Date
May 6, 2026
Classification
SBIR
Phase: BOTH

SBIR Opportunity Analysis

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking SBIR proposals for an AI-assisted RMF pre-adjudication capability to improve cybersecurity documentation quality for research, development, and rapid prototyping environments. The work centers on analyzing draft RMF artifacts such as control implementation statements and system architecture documents to identify missing, inconsistent, or weak content and return structured, confidence-scored feedback. The solution should operate on submitted artifacts rather than a conversational interface, distinguish narrative from supporting evidence, include an explicit human attestation mechanism, and preserve existing RMF authority structures without automating authorization decisions. Phase I is limited to a 12-month effort and $100,000 for a prototype demonstration in a government-approved R&D sandbox, and the solicitation is scheduled to open May 27, 2026 with applications due June 24, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. ET.

SBIR Documents

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AI Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking proposals for an AI-assisted tool to improve the quality of Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation in research, development, and rapid prototyping environments. The objective is to reduce rework cycles and delays caused by incomplete or inconsistent RMF artifacts. The proposed solution should analyze draft RMF artifacts, identify deficiencies, and generate structured feedback without automating authorization decisions or reducing governance rigor. Key capabilities include identifying missing or inconsistent control implementation statements, distinguishing narrative presence from evidence sufficiency, and incorporating human attestation. Phase I will involve a prototype demonstration in a government-approved R&D sandbox, focusing on identifying gaps and inconsistencies. Phase II will expand validated capabilities for broader adoption, integrating with enterprise RMF workflows. Phase III focuses on transitioning a production-level product for government and commercial use, emphasizing improved documentation quality and accelerated innovation while preserving human authority.

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Opportunity Snapshot

Source SystemOfficial Link
Program Type
SBIR - BOTH
Agency
DOD / DLA

Key Dates

Release DateMay 6, 2026
Open DateMay 27, 2026
Application DueJun 24, 2026
Close DateJun 24, 2026