JAIC T&E BPA

Contract Number: W52P1J-22-A-0025

The JAIC T&E BPA is a five-year BPA that allows the acquisition, development, and integration of commercial Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and services in support of the Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. Government’s AI test and evaluation objectives. The areas of focus include emerging AI technologies such as Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Neural Networks.

Scope of Contract:

• Task 1: AI T&E Solutions
• Task 2: T&E Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) Services
• Task 3: Other Technologies
• Task 4: Alignment/Integration with the Joint Common Foundation (JCF)

Contract Features:

• Contract Type: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
• Task Order Type(s):
• Ceiling Value: $15 Million
• Eligible Users: All Federal Government agencies, but primarily DoD
• Task Order Competition Required: Yes
• Ordering Period: 01/27/2022 – 01/26/2027
• Service Fee: None
• Contract NAICS Code(s): 541511

Benefits:

• Accelerated Procurement of AI T&E Capabilities: The BPA streamlines the acquisition process, enabling DoD components to rapidly procure AI test tools, capabilities, and services. This agility is crucial for keeping pace with the fast-evolving AI landscape and ensuring timely integration of AI solutions into defense operations.
• Diverse Vendor Participation: The BPA includes a mix of large and small businesses, fostering a competitive environment that encourages innovation and provides a broad spectrum of expertise. This diversity ensures that the DoD has access to a wide range of solutions and perspectives in AI development and evaluation.
• Comprehensive Scope of Services: The contract encompasses a wide range of task areas, including AI T&E solutions, IV&V services, and support for emerging technologies. This comprehensive scope ensures that the BPA can address the multifaceted needs of AI testing and evaluation across various defense applications.