Army research laboratory reinforcement learning (RL) based vehicular controller area network (can) intrusion detection system (IDS) validation and integration
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- Contract number
- W91CRB25FA096
- Awardee
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The Pennsylvania State University UEI NPM2J7MSCF61
- Awarding agency
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ACC Aberdeen Proving Ground
Army Contracting Command, Department of Defense
- Obligated
- $1,000,000
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $1,000,000.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 85% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Funding agency
- TACOM Life Cycle Management Command Army Materiel Command, Department of Defense
- NAICS code
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Not Available for Competition Only One Source
- Pricing
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee
- Place of performance
- State College, PA 16802, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
About this award
The U.S. Army Research Laboratory awarded a $1 million delivery order to The Pennsylvania State University to develop and validate a reinforcement learning-based intrusion detection system for vehicle Controller Area Networks. The contract, which runs through January 13, 2027, supports TACOM Life Cycle Management Command's efforts to secure military vehicular communications against cyber threats. This work will be performed at Penn State's main campus in University Park, Pennsylvania, utilizing the university's extensive research capabilities in advanced technologies and defense applications.
The engagement is structured as a cost-plus-fixed-fee delivery order with no set-aside designation, reflecting Penn State's selection based on technical merit and demonstrated expertise. Penn State's substantial portfolio of defense contracts with organizations such as DARPA, Naval Sea Systems Command, and the Office of Naval Research positions the university well to execute this cybersecurity research initiative. The reinforcement learning approach represents an advanced artificial intelligence methodology for detecting unauthorized access and anomalous behavior within vehicle network systems, addressing a critical capability gap in military vehicle protection and operational security.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract W91CRB25FA096?
W91CRB25FA096 was awarded to The Pennsylvania State University by ACC Aberdeen Proving Ground (Army Contracting Command) on July 10, 2025.
How much is contract W91CRB25FA096 worth?
The government has obligated $1,000,000 on W91CRB25FA096.
Which agency awarded contract W91CRB25FA096?
ACC Aberdeen Proving Ground (Army Contracting Command) awarded W91CRB25FA096, with funding from TACOM Life Cycle Management Command (Army Materiel Command).
Is contract W91CRB25FA096 an order under another contract?
Yes. W91CRB25FA096 is a delivery order under W91CRB23D0005, an indefinite delivery contract.
Was contract W91CRB25FA096 competed?
The extent of competition for W91CRB25FA096 was not available for competition.
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