Robotic Manipulation, Teleoperation AI Platform

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking a robotic manipulation platform that supports bimanual teleoperation data collection and AI model training using open-source software frameworks compatible with the Robot Operating System 2 (ROS). The platform must include four robotic arms, a control workstation, and necessary software and hardware. The system must be pre-configured and compatible with NIST's existing software infrastructure. The contractor must provide a complete system, including all necessary components, and ensure that the system is operational upon delivery. • The system must meet the minimum technical specifications outlined in the solicitation. • The system must be compatible with the Robot Operating System 2 (ROS) environment. • The system must include four robotic arms, with two leader arms and two follower arms. • The system must include a control workstation with a dedicated graphics processing unit (GPU). • The system must be pre-configured and fully integrated. • The system must be compatible with NIST's existing software infrastructure.