Transformational AI Capabilities for National Security

The Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) titled “Transformational AI Capabilities for National Security” to gather market insight on AI development, secure‑cloud environments, and related national‑security missions. Respondents must provide their organization name, point‑of‑contact information, and a brief overview of core competencies and experience relevant to AI, secure cloud, and national‑security work. An optional appendix may be submitted to propose alternative language or policy changes, with a rationale explaining how the changes would improve AI partnerships while preserving the intent of each provision. The RFI explicitly addresses standard patent and data‑rights issues and incorporates the Research, Technology and Economic Security (RTES) Requirements (Appendix I), requiring that no “Entity of Concern” (per Pub. L. 117‑167) participate and that any foreign ownership, control, or influence be disclosed promptly. Respondents must also detail cost drivers, pricing models (perpetual, subscription, usage‑based, or hybrid), and provide an indicative total‑cost range for hardware, software, licenses, implementation, and first‑year support. All responses, questions, and concerns must be submitted by email (subject line “Transformational AI Capabilities for National Security”) to Contract Specialist Clinton Rohloff (clinton.rohloff@nnsa.doe.gov) with a copy to Contracting Officer Stephanie Vigil (stephanie.vigil@nnsa.doe.gov) no later than 12:00 PM Mountain Standard Time on January 23, 2026. Late submissions may be rejected. The RFI is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award.

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89233126NNA000142

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