SOLICITATION NOTICE
A -- Developing a Smartphone APP to Enhance Older Driver Safety
- Notice Date
- 7/14/2026 10:33:32 AM
- Notice Type
- Solicitation
- NAICS
- 541720
— Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
- Contracting Office
- 693JJ9 NHTSA OFFICE OF ACQUISTION WASHINGTON DC 20590 USA
- ZIP Code
- 20590
- Solicitation Number
- REQ693JJ926RQ000101
- Response Due
- 8/14/2026 11:00:00 AM
- Archive Date
- 08/14/2026
- Point of Contact
- Thomas Vandell
- E-Mail Address
-
thomas.vandell@dot.gov
(thomas.vandell@dot.gov)
- Description
- PROJECT DESCRIPTION This contract involves the iterative development and evaluation of a smartphone application (APP) for older drivers, specifically targeting the safety and mobility needs of individuals aged 65 and older. The work entails the translation of research findings into a functional software prototype for both iOS and Android platforms. The project scope encompasses the complete design lifecycle, including: 1) User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Development: Creating wireframes and iterative designs optimized for older drivers' cognitive and physical requirements, with particular attention to aspects of distraction during the dynamic driving task. 2) Prototyping and Pilot Testing: Building a functional APP prototype and conducting usability testing with a sample of older drivers. 3) Research Design: Developing a detailed Field Operational Test (FOT) framework, including naturalistic driving protocols and regulatory documentation (e.g., IRB, ICR, and PTA drafts), to support future performance assessments. 4) Technical Documentation: Producing comprehensive reports that detail design methodology, testing outcomes, and recommendations for future iterations. 5) The Contractor is responsible for managing technical transition from initial wireframe concept to a pilot-tested prototype ready for large-scale field evaluation.
- Web Link
-
SAM.gov Permalink
(https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/870bc2784a9b4c1fa2da44bea77fb59a/view)
- Place of Performance
- Address: Washington, DC 20570, USA
- Zip Code: 20570
- Country: USA
- Zip Code: 20570
- Record
- SN07884482-F 20260716/260714230045 (samdaily.us)
- Source
-
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