Autonomous Decisions, Algorithms, and Modeling (ADAM)
Funds work under an Air Force Research Laboratory multiple-authority announcement for autonomous decisions, algorithms, and modeling, spanning basic research through technology maturation and transition for AFRL/RYA needs.
⚑ Federal contract solicitation; exact eligibility is not fully specified in the notice excerpt. · MAA spans basic research through technology maturation and transition. · No award ceiling stated.
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 75 strong | technical depth: central; funds applied research |
| IPPRA | 53 partial | peripheral portfolio topic: national_security_defense; social/behavioral work is minor; funds applied research; eligibility unclear — verify in the NOFO |
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 45 partial | funds applied research; prototyping/demonstration stage; deep-tech content |
Description
The Air Force Research Laboratory, Sensors Directorate, Multi-Domain Sensing Autonomy Division (AFRL/RYA) Autonomous Decisions, Algoriths, and Modeling (ADAM) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) is intended to provide RYA's comprehensive strategy, allowing for progression from basic research to technology maturation and transition. Please see attached MAA and Industry Guide for additional information.
Eligibility
Applicant restrictions (federal contract). Set-aside: . Notice type: Solicitation. Organization: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE / FA2377 USAF AFMC AFRL PZL AFRL RYKS.
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