Everforth ECS, a provider of advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, and the Federal Government Segment of Everforth, Inc. announced the company has won a three-year, $115 million contract with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Laboratory (ARL). Under the award, Everforth ECS will support the Nautilus for AI Research and Development program, helping the Department of War (DoW) accelerate the development, testing, and operational integration of advanced AI capabilities.

The Nautilus program is designed to support Army research and experimentation involving trusted AI technologies. Under the contract, Everforth ECS will support research, development, testing, and evaluation of trusted artificial intelligence technologies for Army applications, including work intended to improve the transition of research capabilities to mission environments.

As the prime contractor supporting the Nautilus program, Everforth ECS will develop, test, and integrate advanced AI capabilities for operational use. The company will apply its expertise in AI development, software engineering, cybersecurity, AI fielding, and test and evaluation to identify scalable approaches for transitioning AI from experimentation to mission use. The work will emphasize secure development, rigorous evaluation, mission assurance, and integration methods that support human decision-making in bandwidth- and compute-constrained environments.

“AI is reshaping how the DoW will operate in the years ahead, but realizing its full potential requires securely delivering that technology when and where it can help service members make faster, better-informed decisions in the most demanding operational environments,” said Donnie Scott, president of Everforth ECS. “We're honored to partner with the Army on the Nautilus program to advance AI innovation, strengthen our nation's defense technology ecosystem, and deliver capabilities that improve mission outcomes.

“This award also reflects the exceptional work our teams are doing to support national security missions and creates new opportunities for technical talent across AI development, secure software engineering, systems integration, and cybersecurity,” he added.