SBIR / STTR #DON26BZ01-NV010

NAVAIR SBIR: E-2D Large Language Model Entity (ELLMENT) Development

The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), under the Department of the Navy, is seeking small business proposals for the development of an E-2D Large Language Model Entity (ELLMENT) to support tactical decision-making for Naval Flight Officers and mission crew aboard the E-2D aircraft. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy, NAVAIR (Naval Air Systems Command) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services to create a traceable, explainable Large Language Model (LLM) for the E-2D platform - Phase I: Define and develop LLM architecture, security, ethics, data governance, model training, evaluation, and deployment planning - Phase II: Deploy LLM in laboratory for operator-in-the-loop evaluation, iterative refinement, and lifecycle monitoring - Phase III: Transition to operational platforms and explore dual-use applications (e.g., predictive maintenance, threat detection) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - LLM must operate standalone with strict security, traceability, and explainability - Contractor must be U.S.-owned and able to obtain necessary security clearances - Focus on mission-specific data such as Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) - Compliance with SBIR program eligibility, proposal instructions, and certifications (SAM registration, CMMC) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to eligible small businesses - No product part numbers or purchase quantities specified

Description

This solicitation is part of the SBIR program and focuses on developing an E-2D Large Language Model Entity. The opportunity is issued by NAVAIR (Naval Air Systems Command) and is currently open. Important dates include a posting date of February 1, 2016, and a response due date of February 24, 2016. The solicitation includes instructions and preface documents available via provided links for prospective bidders.

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