Miami University and Ohio University Ionwave #1120262502

AI consulting to adapt Miami University’s SIGHT safety-training tools

Miami University is seeking AI consulting support to adapt its SIGHT safety-training tools for small and medium-sized manufacturers. - Government buyer: Miami University, Office of Strategic Procurement. - Grant partner and funding dependency: Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC), Workforce Safety Innovation Center Track 3; the work and contract depend on grant funding and required approvals. - Requested service: One AI consulting engagement to assess SIGHT, research manufacturer needs, recommend adaptations, and help test recommendations. - SIGHT includes an AI agent/chatbot using retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), tools for adapting and gamifying virtual-reality training, and a RAG evaluation pipeline. The broader project also includes web-based VR and augmented-reality training, digital twins, and materials for a manual mill, CNC lathe, and collaborative robot. - Work includes identifying strengths, gaps, and risks; gathering input from manufacturers in Ohio and other states; recommending features, deployment approaches, safeguards for safety-critical answers, and evaluation improvements; and conducting workshops. Two or more workshops, including at least one in Ohio, are preferred. A small proof of concept is also preferred. - Notable requirements: Use responsible AI practices, disclose AI tools used, and do not use project data to train AI models. All work and project data must remain in the United States; subcontracting is prohibited. - No product part numbers or product quantities are specified. No external OEM or consulting vendor is named; SIGHT is Miami University’s project.

Description

Miami University is seeking proposals from an AI consulting firm to adapt its SIGHT AI tools for small and medium-sized manufacturers in Ohio and other states. The firm will review the tools, recommend new features, and help Miami test those recommendations with small and medium-sized manufacturers. The work supports Miami's proposed application for an Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation Workforce Safety Innovation Center Track 3 grant; a contract will be signed only if the grant is awarded and would not start before July 1, 2027. Proposals are due December 7, 2026, and will be evaluated on best value.

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