SOURCES SOUGHT – Technologies for Automation/Optimized Search and Track Functions

The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) are seeking artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled technologies to automate and optimize search and track functions for electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) sensors on Special Operations Forces (SOF) unique platforms. The goal is to enhance operation efficiency, reduce crew workload, and improve mission outcomes. • The technologies should demonstrate flexibility and adaptability across various systems and sensors integrated onto SOF platforms. • The solutions should leverage SOF platform EO/IR sensors to automate sensor control/operation and reduce crew workload. • The technologies should include advanced capabilities for detecting and tracking moving targets and automatically recognizing targets. • The solutions should prioritize computational efficiency, minimize hardware footprint, and be suitable for integration onto existing SOF systems. • The technologies should be compatible with open-source frameworks and architectures. • The respondents must be open to collaboration with third-party entities to facilitate integration and development of AI capabilities.