Bid guide

How to bid on the Agentic C2 Framework Tool Assessment for the Army

DEPT of the Army Augusta, GACloses August 14, 2026

What the Army is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Army is seeking whitepapers for the development of an Agentic C2 Framework Tool. This prototype tool will use AI agents to autonomously navigate computer infrastructures, identify threats, and neutralize them. The goal is to improve consistency in threat response.

This opportunity is significant for vendors who can develop advanced AI-driven solutions for cybersecurity. It allows companies to showcase their capabilities in a critical area for national defense.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 16, 2026. The deadline for submitting whitepapers is August 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. All submissions must be received by this time.

After the deadline, the Army will assess the submitted whitepapers based on the criteria provided in the solicitation documents. This assessment will determine which proposals move forward in the process.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is best suited for engineering service providers with expertise in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems, and software development. Firms capable of developing modular, autonomous agents for digital environments will find this particularly relevant.

The project falls under the professional services category, specifically targeting companies that can innovate in cyber technology and defense.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full details and submit your whitepaper, you need to go to the original source on the portal. Click the 'View original source' link.

If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents, though this is not always required for every bid.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your whitepaper, focus on clearly describing your proposed approach to developing the Agentic C2 Framework Tool. Highlight your firm's experience with AI agents, autonomous navigation, environmental observation, and anomaly detection in digital environments.

Ensure your whitepaper addresses all criteria outlined in the solicitation's attachments. Emphasize how your solution will improve consistency across lines of effort without AI assistance, as mentioned in the description. A well-structured and detailed proposal that directly responds to the Army's stated needs will be more competitive.

See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Army; the original posting controls.