Nava to Support VA Artificial Intelligence Governance
The firm will assist the Veterans Health Administration in identifying risks and developing guidance for new AI projects.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Artificial Intelligence
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Nava has secured a subcontract from Tribility to provide artificial intelligence governance support to the Department of Veterans Affairs. This initiative is part of the agency’s broader enterprisewide strategy to improve healthcare delivery through AI.
Why it matters
The Department of Veterans Affairs is pursuing an enterprisewide AI strategy to improve healthcare delivery, requiring robust risk management and governance frameworks. Nava will assist the National Artificial Intelligence Institute and the Veterans Health Administration in evaluating AI concepts via pilot projects.
The two-year subcontract is valued at $2.9 million, with $1.4 million already obligated by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Nava is tasked with managing AI-related risks and establishing governance standards for healthcare-focused AI pilot programs.
The players
Nava
Nava is a technology firm specializing in digital services and government infrastructure.
Tribility
Tribility is a government contractor that serves as the prime awardee for the VA contract.
Veterans Health Administration
The Veterans Health Administration is the component of the Department of Veterans Affairs responsible for providing healthcare services.
National Artificial Intelligence Institute
The National Artificial Intelligence Institute is the VA office dedicated to advancing AI research and implementation in clinical settings.
The details
Nava will work alongside the National Artificial Intelligence Institute to identify risks and develop governance guidance for the Veterans Health Administration. The project aims to determine the adoption readiness of various AI concepts through targeted pilot testing.
Timeline
The current contract expires on September 29, 2027.
Performance on the contract may potentially extend to September 29, 2028.
A healthcare summit is scheduled for December 3, 2026.
The Tech Race
This project reflects a broader federal shift toward formalizing safety and oversight protocols as agencies integrate AI into essential public services. It positions the Department of Veterans Affairs to standardize governance in a competitive landscape where federal entities are rapidly scaling autonomous tools.
For veterans and healthcare staff, this governance work aims to ensure that future AI tools are reliable, safe, and effective. The oversight provided by Nava helps mitigate technical risks before new technologies are fully integrated into patient care workflows.
The takeaway
The move underscores the critical role of structured governance in the high-stakes environment of government healthcare technology. As federal agencies scale AI, independent oversight and rigorous pilot testing remain essential for maintaining security and patient trust.
Further reading
For more information on the evolving use of autonomous systems in government, visit the Artificial Intelligence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ExecutiveBiz.
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