diff --git a/_news/news/technology-modernization-fund-seeking-proposals-for-artificial-intelligence-projects.md b/_news/news/technology-modernization-fund-seeking-proposals-for-artificial-intelligence-projects.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..fe86a142 --- /dev/null +++ b/_news/news/technology-modernization-fund-seeking-proposals-for-artificial-intelligence-projects.md @@ -0,0 +1,30 @@ +--- +layout: news +publisher: GSA +title: Technology Modernization Fund seeking proposals for Artificial + Intelligence projects +url-link: https://www.gsa.gov/about-us/newsroom/news-releases/technology-modernization-fund-seeking-proposals-fo-02082024 +publication-date: February 08, 2024 +description: The Technology Modernization Fund (TMF) has announced a call for + project proposals focusing on the implementation of Artificial Intelligence + (AI) within federal agencies, in alignment with President Biden's Executive + Order on the safe, secure, and trustworthy development and use of AI in the + federal government. This initiative aims to support AI implementation across + agencies to improve operational efficiency, enhance coordination between + programs, and modernize legacy systems. Proposals seeking up to $6 million in + funding and with project timelines not exceeding 1.5 years will benefit from + an expedited review process. The goal is to enable rapid deployment of AI + technologies to automate processes, deliver assistive technology, improve + customer experience, and reduce administrative burdens. +synopsis: >- + * The TMF is seeking AI project proposals from federal agencies to align with + President Biden’s Executive Order. + + * Projects with budgets up to $6 million and timelines within 1.5 years will receive expedited reviews. + + * The initiative emphasizes the responsible exploration of AI to enhance government service delivery. + + * Proposals must include plans for user testing, risk mitigation, evaluation metrics, and senior executive support. + + * The TMF aims to transform government technology use, ensuring equitable, secure, and user-centric delivery. +---