What this opportunity is
The Department of Defense is seeking sources for AI Intelligent Automation Support Services under NAICS 541330. This opportunity is tailored for businesses with expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and systems integration, particularly those capable of supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division's mission to enhance weapon systems and autonomous platforms. As a Sources Sought notice, this is primarily for market research, allowing interested firms to express their capabilities rather than submit formal bids at this stage.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
H60 DEPARTMENT APPLIED ARTIFICAL
INTELLIGENCE/INTELLIGENCE AUTOMATION SUPPORT SERVICES
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SECTION C – DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATION/WORK STATEMENT
C.1 BACKGROUND
The increasing complexity of the modern battlespace and the proliferation of advanced threats
necessitate the development of autonomous capabilities to enhance mission effectiveness, increase
operational tempo, and reduce risk to human operators. The Intelligent Automation Division
(H60), Weapons Control and Integration Department (H), Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren
Division (NSWCDD) executes a critical mission to research, develop, test, integrate, and sustain
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) solutions for weapon systems and
autonomous platforms across the Department of War (DOW). H60 is responsible for pioneering
capabilities that provide a decisive advantage to the warfighter by the integration of autonomy,
artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), robotics, and unmanned systems. These
technologies are empowered by the application of intelligent automation to defeat current and
future enemy threats and technologies. This contributes to the defense of the nation and protection
of the warfighter through continued advancement and integration of AI/ML technical solutions
onto weapon systems. This technical focus area continuously requires innovative, focused, and
expeditious responses to conquer threats that pose challenges to US forces and lead to the
expansion of coalition warfighting capabilities.
To deliver these complex systems, H60 requires contractor support in implementing a modern
Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) framework and conducting rigorous Assured AI (AAI)
Test and Evaluation (T&E), along with other Engineer support activities. This SOW outlines the
comprehensive technical and engineering services required for the contractor to successfully
support H60 in fulfilling these vital national security objectives.
C.2 SCOPE
The complexities and importance of H60's responsibilities necessitate deep expertise in several
cutting-edge fields. This SOW defines the tasks the contractor shall perform to augment H60's
capabilities and execute its mission objectives. Contractor performance shall directly contribute to
automating and weaponizing weapon systems and the maturation of the autonomous kill chain.
This includes engineering for perception autonomy, algorithmic development for weapon
autonomy, and systems integration for full killchain autonomy.
The scope of this effort encompasses the entire lifecycle of AI/ML-based autonomous systems,
from concept design through fielding and sustainment. The Contractor shall provide a
comprehensive suite of services to support the Intelligent Automation Division's (H60) diverse
portfolio. The contractor shall be proficient in and provide support across the following disciplines:
• Acquisition, Program, and Project Management
• Systems Engineering and Systems Integration
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• Data and Configuration Management
• Computing Hardware Engineering
• Prototyping and Model Making
• Software Engineering
• AI/ML Algorithm Development
• Analyses, Assessments, Test and Evaluation
• Cybersecurity and Systems/Network Support
• Safety and Ethical Assurance
• DevSecOps, ML Ops, and IT Infrastructure Engineering
• Integrated Logistics Support
• Training and Instruction
• Technical and In-Service Engineering Support
• Facilities, Fabrication, and Low-Rate Production
The Contractor shall provide the necessary personnel, resources, and management to perform all
tasks outlined in this SOW, working in close collaboration with Government personnel and other
stakeholders to ensure alignment with Department of the Navy (DoN) operational requirements.
Given that programs and projects in the H60 Division’s portfolio are at various phases of the
acquisition framework—from science and technology to life cycle sustainment—the Contractor
shall provide flexible and scalable support to all current and new projects as they mature through
the acquisition, technology, and logistics framework.
C.2.1 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
The following documents are applicable to this SOW. The most current versions of these
documents are accessible through the internet or will be provided to the Contractor upon request.
Other Department of War Specifications/Standards/Other Applicable Documents may become
applicable throughout the life of the Task Order and may be added to the Task Order via
modification.
The Contractor shall ensure compliance with the most current versions of these documents
throughout the life of the Task Order:
Number Document Name
DOD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program
SAE AS5553 SAE Aerospace Standard 5553
NISPOM – 32 Code of Federal
Regulation Part 117
National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)
NSWCDDINST 5510.4B NSWCDD Command Security Manual
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Number Document Name
SEAD-3 Security Executive Agent Directive 3 – Reporting Requirements for Personnel
with Access to Classified Information or Who Hold a Sensitive Position
SEAD-3 Implementation
Memo
Implementation of Security Executive Agent Directive 3, Reporting
Requirements for Personnel with Access to Classified Information or Who
Hold a Sensitive Position
DODI 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information
SECNAVINST 5210.8F Department of Navy Records Management Program
NSWCDDINST 5100.1F Occupational Safety and Health Program
NAVADMIN 216/15 Cyber Hygiene Authorization to use Personal Wearable Fitness Devices
NAVSEA S0420-AA-RAD-
010 – REV 2A
Radiological Affairs Support Program (RASP) Manual
DODI 8510.01 Risk Management Framework for DoD Systems
CJCSI 6211.02D Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) Responsibilities
DODM 1000.13 De…
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