Summary
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) issued a presolicitation notice (Notice ID 693JJ3-26-BAA-0005) for an upcoming Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) titled 'Cooperative Driving Automation (CDA) Small-Scale Industry Prototype,' expected to be released in late July 2026. The procurement targets industry-led development and demonstration of Cooperative Driving Automation prototypes at Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 6–7, focused on Work Zone Management, Traffic Incident Management, Cooperative Perception, and Emergency/Transit Vehicle Awareness. It is a contracted R&D opportunity (not a grant) classified under NAICS 541715, with a place of performance in Washington, DC, and the BAA will be issued through the SAM.gov opportunity page.