DevX Autonomy Application Deadline is March 31, 2026

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The U.S. Army Applications Lab (AAL) is accepting proposals for the DevX Autonomy program — an open call solicitation for innovative Autonomous Unmanned Systems (AUS) solutions. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2026.

What is DevX Autonomy?

DevX Autonomy — formally titled "Open Call Solicitation for Innovative AUS Solutions" — is a program run by the Army Applications Lab (AAL) under the U.S. Army Contracting Command. It is designed to discover and accelerate cutting-edge autonomous unmanned systems (AUS) technologies from non-traditional defense vendors, startups, and innovators across the private sector.

Why It Matters

The U.S. Army is actively seeking breakthrough capabilities in autonomy — from ground robots and aerial drones to software-defined sensing and AI-powered decision support. DevX Autonomy represents a streamlined path for companies of all sizes to pitch solutions directly to the Army without navigating traditional procurement red tape.

Who Can Apply

The program is open to a broad range of applicants including small businesses, startups, academic institutions, and established defense contractors. If your organization is developing autonomous systems, robotics, computer vision, edge AI, or related dual-use technologies, this solicitation is worth exploring.

Key Details

How to Apply

Interested organizations should visit aal.mil/devx-autonomy for the full solicitation details, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria. The AAL typically uses a streamlined process that emphasizes technology demonstrations and rapid prototyping over lengthy written proposals.

Deadline Reminder

The application window closes on March 31, 2026. If you're building in the autonomous systems space, don't miss this opportunity to work directly with the U.S. Army on next-generation defense technology.

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