Award

Delivery Order #N0002426F8020

Johns Hopkins Univ Awarded Delivery Order for AI Assurance Testing

Buyer

Department of the Navy

Award Amount

$500,000.00

Ceiling

$500,000.00

Awarded

February 11, 2026

Period of Performance

Feb 11, 2026 – Feb 12, 2027

Identifier

N0002426F8020

NAICS

541715

This delivery order contract has been awarded to Johns Hopkins University, specifically under the Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), a renowned institution specializing in defense research and technological innovation. The contract focuses on providing AI assurance testing services for the United States Marine Corps Training and Education Command (USMC TECOM), addressing critical needs in the validation and reliability assessment of artificial intelligence systems. This award is a component of a broader, multi-year indefinite delivery vehicle (IDV) contract with the Department of Defense, covering significant defense research and development efforts through fiscal year 2027. The scope of work entails detailed AI testing and evaluation activities performed at the place of performance in Laurel, Maryland. The contract supports the agency's goal to ensure the safe and effective deployment of AI technologies within military applications, reflecting its importance to defense readiness and innovation. This award follows a competitive procurement approach under the parent multi-year contract, ensuring a strategic and rigorous selection process. The performance period spans approximately one year from early 2026 to early 2027, facilitating focused and timely delivery of services. While no specific subcontractors are identified for this order, it builds on Johns Hopkins APL's extensive experience and proven track record evidenced by previous contracts under the parent award.

Description

USMC TECOM LLM AI ASSURANCE TESTING

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