SOURCES SOUGHT
A -- High-Efficiency, Small Form Factor, Solid State Power Amplifier for HC3 Amendment to BAA DAAB07-03-R-P650, Topic S0401
- Notice Date
- 5/7/2004
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 541710
— Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
- Contracting Office
- US Army Communications-Electronics Command, CECOM Acquisition Center - DAAB07, ATTN: AMSEL-AC, Building 1208, Fort Monmouth, NJ 07703-5008
- ZIP Code
- 07703-5008
- Solicitation Number
- W15P7T-04-R-K699
- Response Due
- 5/28/2004
- Archive Date
- 7/27/2004
- Point of Contact
- Charles Ade, (732) 427-1334
- E-Mail Address
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Email your questions to US Army Communications-Electronics Command, CECOM Acquisition Center - DAAB07
(charles.ade@mail1.monmouth.army.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- 1.1 PURPOSE: The purpose of this one time amendment is to augment BAA Topic #S0401, Antenna Research for Satellite Communications On-The-Move. POCs for this action are: Mr. John Nilsen, (732) 532-9210 ext 5624, john.nilsenjr@us.army.mil; Mr. Peter S tevens, (732) 427-2039, peter.stevens@us.army.mil. This notice augments/updates the existing BAA topic with the following information: The Space & Terrestrial Communications Directorate (S&TCD) [in conjunction with PM WIN-T for the High Capacity Communications Capability (HC3) program] is interested in receiving proposals for the development and demonstration of a high-power, high-efficie ncy, solid-state power amplifier (SSPA) for use with Q-band (44GHz) Extremely High Frequency (EHF) standard up-converters. The primary focus of this effort is the development and demonstration of an SSPA with a goal of greater than 10W at 44GHz and a form -factor of less than 25 in3. This effort specifically solicits novel designs capable of being scaled to higher power outputs with minimal decrease in efficiency and increase in overall size and weight. A small form factor, high efficiency, high power, l ow cost SSPA is essential to fielding a reliable, affordable, full-duplex, on-the-move SATCOM system in support of the Army's Objective Force. 1.2 ARMY NEED: The Army is pursuing an innovative technology to meet transformation goals of a lighter, faster, more lethal force with integrated on-the-move communications from sensor to shooter. Novel, high-power SSPAs will enable the Army to achieve h igh data rate transmission for Line-of-Sight (LOS) and Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLOS) on-the-move (OTM) communications. The Army Objective Force and Transformational Communications (TC) Architecture require small, low profile, affordable, mobile, satellite c ommunication (SATCOM) terminals. Similarly, these small terminals require small, lightweight, efficient high power amplifiers to achieve high quality of service (QOS) and uplink reliability. Successful completion of this contract will result in significant risk reduction for PM WIN-T's HC3 SATCOM OTM transmission capabilities. Moreover, the SSPA's scalability to higher power (10 to 30+W) will ultimately enable the Army to achieve its high data rate transmission requirements and provide the Warfighter with faster two-way LOS and BLOS communications connectivity. 1.3 TECHNICAL CONCEPT: This program seeks to develop an innovative and reliable solution for the difficult challenge of achieving greater than 10W at 44GHz in a very small package. The specifications for the SSPA are driven by the need to place the devic e as close as possible to the antenna feed, to minimize losses and conserve available space. The device must be a drop-in replacement for current transmit architectures, interfacing with standard +5 dBm 44GHz up-converters. Consequently, the SSPA must pr ovide 35 dB of gain at the target frequency. Due to the nature of EHF, the SSPA should be capable of rapidly turning on/off, on the order of 450 nsec, for DC power conservation. Power added efficiency should exceed 15%. Specific goals of this program include: Psat @ +5dBm input greater than 10W Maximizing Power Added Efficiency [PAE] (greater than 15%) Volume less than 25 in3 Demonstrated scalability of design to higher power transmitters Examine trades between higher Psat and lower PAE 1.4 BENEFITS: This effort will yield a greater than 10W solid-state power amplifier for plug-n-play integration with small aperture TC SATCOM terminals. These SSPA-driven antenna systems will provide a new high data rate, on-the-move communications trans mission capability via satellite. (This capability is specifically addressed in the WIN-T ORD and the FCS Block II requirements.) The ability to transmit communications data on-the-move, at high rates, from small, low profile antennas greatly improves co nnectivity between organizational and operational elements and incr eases mission effectiveness and survivability. SSPAs are key enablers of the High Capacity Communications Capability (HC3) and Transformational Communications (TC) terminal implementation plans. The On-the-Move SATCOM communication systems enabled by this program represent a new and vital communication capability for the Future Combat Systems (FCS) Warfighter in the field. 2.1 SCHEDULE: This effort will start ASAP by request of the WIN-T program manager. The anticipated date of contract award is early July FY04. This will be a 14-18 month effort, depending on the time required by the contractor to deliver the necessary ha rdware. The contractor??????s proposed contract shall neither exceed a total value of $1.0M (across two fiscal years, FY04-05) nor a period of 18 months. The sample schedule is based on a desirable 14-month timeframe. Proposals are due by 28 May 2004. The draft SSPA design/spec is required no later than six (6) months from the start of the program. It shall include a thorough discussion of the design, known challenges and specific planned steps to overcome them. The final SSPA design/spec is required no later than nine (9) months from the start of the program. It shall include a detailed design for the 44GHz SSPA architecture, including relevant technical drawings, performance simulations, and calculated electrical and mechanical parameters. The grea ter than 10W 44GHz SSPA prototype is required no later than fourteen-to-eighteen months from the start of the program, with no less than one calendar month of completed testing and performance characterization. The contractor may provide intermediate prot otype(s) to MIT??????s Lincoln Labs for testing and characterization if necessary. At the program's completion, the prototype will be delivered to Lincoln Labs for integration with an Army OTM testbed terminal and further characterization. 2.3 SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: Input Frequency: 43.5 to 45.5 GHz Output Frequency: 43.5 to 45.5 GHz Input Power: +5 dBm Saturated Power: Goal: greater than 10.0 W (@ +5 dBm input power) Power Added Efficiency: greater than 15% DC Power Consumption: less than 70 W max Size: Goal: less than 25 cubic inches With no dimension exceeding 5 inches and at least one dimension less than 2 inches Input Return Loss: greater than 15 dB Switching Speed: Output must settle within 200 Hz of input frequency within 450 ns of any input frequency change Stability: Amplifier stable for source and load mismatches up to 3:1 VSWR Spurious: No non-harmonically related spurious allowed Input Interface: WR-28 waveguide, square flange pattern with alignment pins and tapped holes for 4-40 screws Output Interface: WR-28 waveguide, square flange pattern with alignment pins and tapped-holes for 4-40 screws Mounting: Provide at least 4 through holes for 4-40 screws Required Protection Circuitry: 1) Must not be damaged by power supplies being turned on or off in an arbitrary sequence 2) Must not be damaged by power supply noise less than 250 mVp-p with ~ 10 nsec-edges 3) Must not be damaged by power supply over-voltage of +15 V (above primary supply rail) Desired Feature: TTL (HC)-compatible control line to turn on/off amplifier within 450 ns to conserve system dc power 2.4 TEST METHODS: The contractor shall identify which tests are applicable to guarantee the quality and reliability of the associated technology and end product. A test plan is required at 6-month review. The Government will require 30 days to review an d approve. 2.5 DELIVERABLES: (1) [44GHz SSPA intermediate prototype (*if necessary, contractor's discretion*)] (1) greater than 10W 44GHz SSPA prototype, delivered to Lincoln Labs for integration with Army SATCOM OTM testbed 3.1 MEETINGS AND REVIEWS: Program Kickoff @ Contractor's site approx. 1 month AC* Informal Technical Interchange Mtgs (TIMs) As Requi red Final Program Review 14-18 months AC *AC = after contract 3.2 REPORTS: (all in contractor format approved by the Government) Program Review Documentation (paper, .ppt, & .pdf) Quarterly Progress Reports (4-5) 3 months AC, et al. Test Plan 6 months AC SSPA Design/Specification 6 months AC Draft 9 months AC Final 4.1 PROPOSAL REQUIREMEMTS: The following additional information supplements the basic requirements contained in the BAA. The combined technical and cost proposal is limited to a maximum of 50 pages. Proposals are due 31 days from the date of publication of this clarification. Title Page Table of Contents Introduction Company Structure Company Capabilities Programs Relevant to this Solicitation Detailed SSPA Device Design Detailed SSPA Packaging Design Discussion of Trades between higher Pout & PAE MTBF Analysis Program Risk and Methods of Risk Mitigation Detailed Cost Proposal Schedule Reporting Deliverables Key Personnel Project Structure Subcontracts/Teaming (if any) Please see the Army Single Face to Industry (ASFI) website for the same or for specific detailed MS Word attachment information if some of the technical characteristics did not show up on this page. Questions concerning any contractual, cost or pricing proposal format matters may be directed to Ms. Bette Stricker, Contracting Officer at (732) 427-1397, e-mail Bette.Stricker@mail1.monmouth.army.mil or to Mr. Charles Ade, (732) 427-1334, e-mail Charles. Ade@mail1.monmouth.army.mil Copies of the original / initial BAA will be available in Adobe (PDF Format) only by accessing the Interactive Business Opportunities/Army Single Face to Industry Page (IBOP) via the World Wide Web at https://abop.monmouth.army . mil posted on September 16, 2003. Once into the website please scroll down to the bottom of the page to find the 89 page document that describes the 25 topics. Also, the technical related amendment to Topic S0401 BAA Topic S0401, Antenna Research for S at ellite Communications On-The-Move is mentioned at Amendent A0012 at the ASFI website on the bottom of the page in MS Word format because the several page detailed specification for the topic cannot fit on this page. Again Proposals are due by 28 May 2004. Important: If there are any technical quesions, PLEASE initially contact technical POCs for this action are: Mr. John Nilsen, (732) 532-9210 ext 5624, john.nilsenjr@us.army.mil; Mr. Peter Stevens, (732) 427-2039, peter.stevens@us.army.mil. and / or admin EMAIL ADDRESS charles.ade@mail1.monmouth.army.mil US Army Communications-Electronics Command, CECOM Acquisition Center - DAAB07 SETASIDE N/A ADDRESS US Army Communications-Electronics Command, CECOM Acquisition Center - DAAB07 ATTN: AMSEL-AC, Building 1208 Fort Monmouth NJ ZIP 07703-5008 US
- Place of Performance
- Address: US Army Communications-Electronics Command, CECOM Acquisition Center - DAAB07 ATTN: AMSEL-AC, Building 1208 Fort Monmouth NJ
- Zip Code: 07703-5008
- Country: US
- Zip Code: 07703-5008
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