ADVANCED RESEARCH ANNOUNCEMENT (ARA) TITLE: ADVANCED TRACKING ARCHITECTURE USING AI (ATA-AI)

The Air Force Research Laboratory is soliciting white papers for research, development, integration, test, and evaluation of technologies and techniques for Next Generation Target Tracking architectures, leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Machine Inferencing (MI) algorithms in a High Performance Computing (HPC) enabled framework. The focus areas include 3D pixel processing, AI/ML for identification and pattern learning, and processing of geographical positioning system data. The total funding for this ARA is approximately $99M, with individual awards not normally exceeding 48 months and dollar amounts ranging from $1M to $10M. Some key points to consider: • The ARA is open to all qualified offerors who meet the requirements. • Foreign participation is closed, but exceptions may be made for fundamental research or companies with approved mitigation plans. • The Government encourages small business participation and teaming with large businesses. • Proposals must include information to determine adequate financial resources and may require a certified and Government-approved facility. • Data rights, including SBIR and non-SBIR rights, will be evaluated and negotiated on a case-by-case basis. • The Air Force Research Laboratory is engaged in the discovery, development, and integration of warfighting technologies, and rights in technical data and noncommercial computer software are of significant concern.