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DevX Autonomy: Open Call Solicitation for Innovative AUS Solutions is a grant from the U.S. Army Applications Laboratory (AAL) that funds development of autonomous and unmanned systems across hardware, software, and services. Eligible focus areas include autonomous air, ground, and maritime platforms, payloads, mission-enabling software, sustainment solutions, and subcomponents.
The program runs December 30, 2025 through August 31, 2026, with monthly submission cutoffs. Awards typically range from $500K to $2M and are negotiated individually. U.S.-based companies, nonprofits, research institutions, and compliant foreign entities may apply.
Strong solutions can move directly into contracting pathways without further competition.
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Army DevX Autonomy Open Call (W911NF-26-S-0040) – Funding for Autonomous Systems — BW&CO DevX Autonomy: Open Call Solicitation for Innovative AUS Solutions Below is a brief summary. Please check the full solicitation before applying (link in resources section). The Army Applications Laboratory (AAL) is accepting submissions for the Open Call Solicitation for Innovative AUS Solutions (W911NF-26-S-0040) .
This is a continuously open opportunity to get your autonomy or unmanned system solution into a government-facing platform that enables award without further competition if deemed “award-ready. ” This is not a traditional grant cycle. Instead, submissions are evaluated monthly, and strong solutions can move directly into contracting pathways.
The open call runs from 30 December 2025 – 31 August 2026 , with monthly submission cutoffs at 12:00 (Noon) Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the final day of each monthly collection period . Founders should treat each month-end deadline as a real submission opportunity. How much funding would I receive?
Not specified in the solicitation, but typically between $500k - $2m. No fixed award size, range, or ceiling is provided. Pricing is determined later through negotiation prior to award .
What could I use the funding for? The solicitation is seeking autonomy and unmanned systems (AUS) solutions across hardware, software, and services.
Specific focus areas include: Autonomous platforms (air, ground, maritime) Payloads (sensors, communications, effectors) Mission-enabling software/hardware Sustainment solutions (maintenance, fueling, deployment) Subcomponents (motors, sensors, controllers) Other disruptive autonomy solutions Are there any additional benefits I would receive?
Eligibility for future awards without further competition if deemed award-ready Direct visibility to U.S. Government stakeholders Feedback from Government Subject Matter Experts Opportunity for multiple awards per submission Access to rapid acquisition pathways Simplified submission process (short video + form) What is the timeline to apply and when would I receive funding?
Open call period: 30 December 2025 – 31 August 2026 Submissions are accepted continuously 12:00 (Noon) Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the final day of each monthly collection period Submissions are assessed in the following month Results provided within 30 days after the end of the collection period Not specified in the solicitation Awards occur after selection and negotiation of terms Where does this funding come from?
U.S. Army Applications Laboratory (AAL) Under the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Research Triangle Park Division Authorities cited include: DFARS Part 235 and Subpart 212. 70 Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include: U.S.-based companies (large and small) Traditional and nontraditional defense contractors Nonprofits and research institutions Foreign entities (if compliant with applicable laws and export controls) What companies and projects are likely to win?
Solutions are evaluated based on: Technical approach and alignment with Army needs Company and team qualifications Clear definition of the problem Higher likelihood of success if your solution: Clearly solves a meaningful government problem Demonstrates strong technical credibility Aligns with Army priorities (open, scalable, supportable, repairable systems) Shows real-world applicability or a clear path to maturity Includes a compelling demonstration (especially for higher TRLs) Final “award-ready” decisions are made by a Government Selecting Official (GSO) after peer review.
Are there any restrictions I should know about? Free of proprietary, export-controlled, or CUI content Meet strict formatting requirements All submission costs are not reimbursed Being deemed “award-ready” does not guarantee funding Government receives broad license rights to use submitted materials Only one solution per video submission How long will it take me to prepare an application?
The submission consists of: A structured submission form with company, technical, and solution details This is significantly lighter than traditional proposals, but requires: Strong technical explanation Demonstrated alignment with Army needs Translate your technology into a compelling 6-minute video script Position your solution against DevX evaluation criteria Align your messaging with Army priorities and focus areas Help structure your submission to maximize “award-ready” likelihood Prepare you for resubmissions using assessor feedback How much would BW&CO Charge?
We have both fractional engagements ($250 an hour) and full engagements ($13,000 + 5%) available. Review the solicitation here. Army Robotics & Autonomous Systems https://www.
bwcoconsulting. com Ground Vehicle System Center (GVSC) Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) CDMRP: Parkinson’s Research Program (PRP)
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses. The SBIR|STTR Program aligns innovative small businesses with critical U. S. Army priorities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows not specified (Phases I, II, and III apply, with Phase I typically up to $250K and Phase II up to $2M). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
DevX Autonomy: Open Call Solicitation for Innovative AUS Solutions accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no single fixed deadline. Check the official notice for any cycle-specific review dates.
DevX Autonomy: Open Call Solicitation for Innovative AUS Solutions is funded by U.S. Army Applications Lab. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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DevX Autonomy is an open-call solicitation from the Army Applications Laboratory seeking autonomous and unmanned system solutions, including AI-based perception, navigation, and multi-agent coordination for ground and aerial platforms. The program accepts proposals on rolling monthly deadlines and makes awards generally between $500,000 and $2,000,000 to small businesses and innovators developing embodied autonomy technologies.
The Army Applications Laboratory DevX Autonomy program is a continuously open solicitation seeking advanced technology solutions related to autonomy and unmanned systems for the U.S. Army. The solicitation W911NF-26-S-0040 runs from December 30, 2025 through August 31, 2026, with monthly submission cutoffs evaluated on a rolling basis. Instead of traditional written proposals, vendors submit a 6-minute video pitch describing their solution, capabilities, and readiness. Subject-matter experts assess submissions against published criteria, and approved solutions become immediately available in a repository for government-wide award consideration. The program accepts submissions in seven categories: Platforms (ground, sea, and air autonomous systems), Payloads (sensors and communications), Mission-Enabling Solutions (human-system integration and mission planning), Lethal Capabilities, Sustainment Solutions (maintenance for autonomous systems), Subcomponents (motors, sensors, controllers), and Disruptive Innovations (transformative autonomy technologies). Strong solutions can move directly into contracting pathways without further competition.
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