Executive Summary
The Pentagon's Chief Digital and AI Office takes five-minute video pitches for AI, data and digital solutions through Tradewinds until May 31, 2027. Pitches are collected monthly; the next cutoff is November 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET.
Videos rated awardable become eligible for follow-on awards under OT, CSO, BAA or FAR authorities without a new competition. Awardable status does not guarantee an award.
Solicitation at a Glance
- Agency: Department of War CDAO, with the Applied Research Institute and Army Contracting Command-Rock Island
- Opportunity: Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace open call
- Number: W519TC-23-S-CTSM, Revision 10.0 (effective May 1, 2026)
- Award Vehicle: Post-competitive awards under 10 USC 4021, 4022, 4023, 3458, FAR Part 35 and DFARS 212.70
- Funding: Not posted (flexible funding ceilings)
- Open Period: May 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027; monthly cutoffs at 12:00 PM ET on the last day of each month
Think your company qualifies? Talk with BW&CO before the November 30 cutoff.
What Is the Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace?
A standing marketplace where companies pitch AI, data and digital products by video. Rated videos sit in a catalog that DoW buyers use to make awards quickly. Results come within 30 days of each monthly cutoff.
Submission Requirements
- Video: No longer than five minutes, HD 1920x1080, .mp4 under 1GB, covering the problem, how you accelerate the mission, state of the art and business model
- Form: An online form with a 1,500-character abstract
- Where: Submit at tradewindai.com
- Content limits: Unclassified only, with no proprietary, export-controlled or CUI content
Eligibility
All U.S.-based companies, universities, nonprofits and individuals. Foreign universities, research institutions and entities may submit if they comply with export laws.
Is This Opportunity a Good Fit for Your Company?
Good fit for teams with a working AI, data or software product a defense buyer could use now. Poor fit for early research or services-only firms.
How BW&CO Can Help
BW&CO has helped deep-tech and dual-use founders secure more than $350M in non-dilutive funding. For open calls like Tradewinds, we help you:
- Frame your product around a defense mission problem
- Script the five-minute video to the four required elements
- Write the 1,500-character abstract
- Review the video before you submit
- Plan buyer outreach after an awardable rating
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding is available?
No amount is posted.
When is the next cutoff?
November 30, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.
How long is the call open?
Through May 31, 2027.
What do I submit?
A video of five minutes or less plus an online form with a 1,500-character abstract.
Who can submit?
U.S. companies, universities, nonprofits and individuals; foreign entities if export compliant.
Can I include proprietary information?
No. Videos must not contain proprietary, export-controlled or CUI content.
Does awardable mean I get a contract?
No. It makes you eligible for a follow-on award.
Can BW&CO help with a Tradewinds pitch?
Yes. We can script and review your pitch before you submit. Book a call with our team.
Source: SAM.gov: W519TC-23-S-CTSM, Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace