SRCSGT | A | Sources Sought for for potential production and integration of TROJAN Special Purpose Integrated Remote Intelligence Terminal (SPIRIT) Lightweight Integrated Telecommunications Equipment (LITE) (V)3 systems.

FBO DAILY ISSUE OF MARCH 09, 2005 FBO #1199
SOURCES SOUGHT

A -- Sources Sought for for potential production and integration of TROJAN Special Purpose Integrated Remote Intelligence Terminal (SPIRIT) Lightweight Integrated Telecommunications Equipment (LITE) (V)3 systems.

Notice Date: 3/7/2005
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-R-P622
Response Due: 3/28/2005
Archive Date: 5/27/2005
Small Business Set-Aside: N/A
Description: The U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Research, Development and Engineering Center (CERDEC), Intelligence and Information Warfare Directorate (I2WD), Fort Monmouth, NJ, is seeking sources to be considered for potential production and integration o f TROJAN Special Purpose Integrated Remote Intelligence Terminal (SPIRIT) Lightweight Integrated Telecommunications Equipment (LITE) (V)3 systems. The contractor will provide technical, material and integration support, i.e., all labor and materials to draft, fabricate, modify, build, assemble, and install various communications and electronics equipment as required for the specific integration and t esting of the TROJAN SPIRIT LITE (V)3 mission shelter subsystem. The contractor shall integrate the communications and electronics equipment as specified by the TROJAN SPIRIT LITE (V)3 Subsystem Specification document. Contractor personnel shall integrate the equipment in platforms to include man-portable transit cases to minimize system density, to full-scale shelter integration for standard configurations. The Contractor shall be cognizant of implementing accessibility features to facilitate the removal and access of Line Replaceable Units (LRU) for scheduled and unsc heduled maintenance requirements. Equipment configurations shall be supported by modifications of enclosure assemblies to support power, lighting and convenience features of the TROJAN SPIRIT LITE systems design. Power distribution will be integrated int o a system configuration that supports any external power system. Additionally, supported features of power distribution are standard lighting, blackout lighting support, convenience power and considerations for an Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI) envi ronment in support of customer requirements. The contractor shall consider environmental, transportability and safety requirements required to obtain material release of the completed system. Any interested contractor should provide a white paper which provides knowledge, experience in similar efforts and capability to meet the integration requirements of this effort to Mr. Jimmy Quan, U.S. Army I2WD, Building 600, Fort Monmouth, NJ 07703 or el ectronically to: Jimmy.Quan@us.army.mil no later than 28 March 2005. SPECIFICATION FOR THE TROJAN LIGHTWEIGHT INTEGRATED TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT, VERSION III (TROJAN LITE (V)3) MISSION SHELTER 5 February 2004 Prepared by U.S. Army CECOM Intelligence and Information Warfare Directorate Fort Monmouth, NJ 07703-5211 1.0 SCOPE. The purpose of this document is to establish the mission equipment shelter subsystem requirements for a mobile Satellite Communications (SATCOM) shelter system in support of the TROJAN Special Purpose Integrated Remote Intelligence Terminal program, known as the TROJAN SPIRIT Lightweight Integrated Telecommunication Equipment System, Version 3 (TROJAN SPIRIT LITE (V)3), hereafter referred to as the LITE (V)3 mission shelter. 2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS. Unless otherwise specified, the latest revisions as of the date of this Specification shall apply to the extent specified herein. The contractor shall use the identified Commercial Specifications as a minimum in performing the contract requirements to util ize best commercial practices available. The Government Specifications shall be used as a guideline except where specific operational, interface, or other requirements are stated within the Specification which require reference to Government Specifications . The contractor shall be responsible for obtaining and maintaining these documents. COMMERCIAL AND OTHER SPECIFICATIONS ISO 9001 Quality Systems Model for Quality Assurance in Design/Development, Production, Installation and Servicing ANSI/EIA RS-310 Racks, Panels and Associated Equipment IPC/EIA-J-STD-001C Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronics Assemblies ANSI/NCS L Z540-1-94 General Requirements for Calibration Laboratories and Measuring and Test Equipment ANSI Y14.2M Line Convention and Lettering ANSI Y14.8M Castings and Forging ASTM D 3951-90 Packaging Commercial CFR 29, Part 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA) ISO 10012 Quality Assurance Requirements for Measuring Equipment NFPA 70 National Electric Codes NPRD 95 Non-Electronic Parts Reliability Data-1995 MILITARY SPECIFICATIONS MIL-C-5105 Connectors, Electrical AN Type MIL-I-45208 Inspection System Requirements MIL-C-22992 Connectors, Requirements for Output Receptacle, Circuit Breaker and Multi-conductor Cable MIL-C-46168 Coating, Aliphatic Polyurethane, Chemical Agent Resistant (CARC) MIL-P-53022 Primer Epoxy Coating, Corrosion Inhibiting, Lead and Chromates Free MIL-P-11268 Parts, Materials, and Processes used in Electronics Equipment MIL-T-31000B Military Specification for Technical Data Packages MILITARY STANDARDS MIL-STD-129 Marking for Shipment and Storage MIL-STD-130 U.S. Military Property, Identification Marking of MIL-STD-461D Electromagnetic Emission and Susceptibility Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference MIL-STD-973 Configuration Management MIL-STD-1472 Human Engineering MIL-STD-1791 Designing for Internal Aerial Delivery in Fixed-Wing Aircraft MIL-STD-1857 Grounding, Bonding and Shielding Design Practices FED-STD-595 Colors Used in Government Procurement HANDBOOKS MIL-HDBK-217 Reliability Prediction of Electronic Equipment MIL-HDBK-759 Human Factors Engineering Design for Army Material MIL-HDBK-454 Standard General requirements for Electronic Equipment 3.0 REQUIREMENTS. 3.1 TROJAN SPIRIT LITE (V)3 Mission Shelter Description. The LITE (V)3 mission shelter shall consist of an integrated assemblage of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Non-Developmental Items (NDI), Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), and those items adapted for Army use needed to meet the requirements specifi ed herein. It shall be designed for high mobility and reliability with state-of-the-art communication equipment that shall meet tactical military requirements as defined in this specification. The LITE(V)3 mission shelter High Mobility Multi-purpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) shall tow a M1102, High Mobility Trailer (HMT) and shall have a pallet in the bed for storing and tying down for transport: spare equipment, Modular Command Post Shelter (MCP S) system, equipment cases containing customer equipment, bootwalls, fuel cans, cable reels, and other equipment as required. The LITE (V)3 shall be transportable by land, sea, air, and rail. 3.2 Government Furnished Equipment (GFE). The LITE (V)3 with the following GFE integrated, shall meet all requirements specified herein. Specific quantities are defined where appropriate in the specification: " M1113 Enhanced Capacity Vehicle (ECV) 2 each " M1102, High Mobility Trailer 2 each " Pintle extension kit for M1113 ECV 2 each " Transit cases (for installation on trailer) 2 each " Tent (to be store on trailer) 2 each " Trailer hoop top and cover kit 2 each The LITE (V)3 mission shelter design shall not degrade or restrict the operating capabilities of the GFE. The GFE shall not be modified except as defined herein. 3.3 Physical Characteristics. 3.3.1 Weight and Center of Gravity. The total weight for all equipment mounted on the vehicle in the transport mode shall not exceed the 5100 pounds rated payload capacity of the M1113 ECV. A 420 pound maximum pintle load shall be applied to the ECV to tow a M1102 HMT . The maximum weight to be applied to the ECV is 11,500 lbs overall weight; 5,050 lbs on the front axle, and 7000 lbs on the rear axle. The ECV weight shall include: brush guard, pintle extension kit, a 420 pound pintle load, crew and gear, armored doors, and artic heater kit. The M1102 HMT towed by the E CV shall have a maximum pintle load of 420 lbs, and an overall weight of 4200 lbs maximum. The trailer when loaded shall be designed to make the center of gravity for the trailer in the center of the trailer just in front of the axle. All transit cases i n the trailer shall be designed for two man lift (174 lbs) maximum. For those transit cases that are above the two person lift (88 lbs) maximum, the trailer loading plan shall contain instructions for reducing weight to 88 lbs prior to offloading the case . 3.3.2 Prime Power Generator. The LITE (V)3 mission shelter shall include a prime power generator. This generator shall be a minimum o three phase 10 KW military or commonly used commercial generator that can be logistically supported worldwide. The generator shall emit noise no grea ter than 68 dB at 10 feet. The various electrical loads should be balanced among the three phases. The generator shall operate up to an altitude of 10,000 feet, and in temperatures of 40? C to +50? C as well as in dusty, sandy, and damp environments. The generator shall be located inside the tunnel of the shelter. The tunnel will provide sufficient airflow to the generator to permit operation in extreme environmental conditions. The generator will be mounted on vibration isolators to mitigate vibrati on and noise into the equipment compartment(s). The generator will be mounted on slide tracks for ease of maintenance and trouble-shooting. Operator protection from accidental contact with all rotating parts will be provided per Occupational Safety and H ealth Agency (OSHA) requirements. 3.3.2.1 Generator Controls and Monitoring. The generator will be supplied with an operator interface, control, monitoring, status and alarm panel. The panel will be located on the roadside of the shelter. The panel's integral design will sense engine parameters and distinguish sensor and continui ty conditions from actual engine fault conditions. This feature eliminates potential nuisance shutdowns due to sender or wiring functions. It will protect the electrical integrity of the alternator from the effects of over current, over/under voltage, un der frequency and overload conditions. The mounted components are designed to withstand the vibration levels typical in generator use for military applications. Required control, warning and shutdown features are as follows: 3.3.2.1.1 Standard Controls and Monitoring Features. " Analog or Digital % of Current Meter (Amps) " Analog or Digital AC Frequency Meter " Analog or Digital AC Voltage Meter " Preheat/Off/Run/Start Switch (non-Keyed) " Hour Meter " Fuel Level Gauge 3.3.2.1.2 Standard Warning Features. " High Coolant Temperature Indicator Light " Low Fuel Indicator Light " Low Oil Pressure Indicator Light " Over-Current Indicator Light " Single Alarm Audible Horn/Buzzer for Above Warnings With Disable Switch 3.3.2.1.3 Standard Shutdown Features. " High AC Voltage " Low AC Voltage " High Coolant Temperature " Low Oil Pressure " Over-Crank " Over-Speed " Under-Frequency 3.3.3 Power Distribution Unit (PDU). The LITE (V)3 mission shelter will be provided with a PDU and shall contain all of the required power distribution components as follows: " Emergency Power Shutdown Switch (Red Plunger) " A single, manual, power transfer switch. The switch will permit manual transfer of power from shore power to the prime power generator. The switch will utilize a two-position break-before-make switch as the means of selecting either power source. " Circuit Breakers, Circuit Breaker Covers/Boots " Relays, Relay receptacles, etc. " Power distribution to the following equipment: " Equipment Racks " Convenience Outlets " ECU 3.3.4 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). An UPS to provide a minimum of 3 kW for at least five minutes at full load when prime power is removed shall be provided to support onboard electronics and user supplied electr onic equipment. 3.3.5 Power Entry Panel (PEP). The PEP connection requirements are as follows: " 1 each 60 amp Military Input Power Connector per MIL-C-22992 " 1 each 60 amp Military Output Power Connector per MIL-C-22992 " 2 each 15 amp Military cylindrical connectors " 1 each 2 gang Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) utility outlet " 1 each grounding Lug In addition the following power cables shall be provided: " Two each 60 amp power cords 50 feet in length: o One power cable shall include socket connector MS90557C32412S on one end and plug connector MS90556C32412P on the other end o One power cable shall include socket connector MS90557C32412S on one end and pigtail on the other end. The two cables shall be capable of being interconnected to make a 100 foot cable with pigtail leads. 3.3.6 Grounding and Bonding. The LITE (V)3 mission shelter shall provide a grounding system that is consistent with the electromagnetic environment. The grounding system shall provide an adequate ground in a variety of environmental soil conditions. The grounding system may include s upplemental techniques to quickly reduce soil resistance. The ground rod kit shall be mounted on and transported with the system. The LITE(V)3 mission shelter shall be designed and constructed with adequate provisions for bonding the units to the shelter structure using for guidance MIL-HDBK-454, Requirement 74 and achieving 2.5 milliohms or less of bonding impedance. 3.3.7 Environmental Control Unit (ECU). The ECU will be a ruggedized unit to provide cooling, heating and ventilation air for the electronic equipment enclosed within the shelter. 3.4 LITE (V)3 Design and Construction. 3.4.1 Materials Process and Parts. To the extent practical, component parts, hardware accessories, materials, and construction processes shall use MIL-P-11268 or its applicable subsidiary documents for guidance. Parts not in conformance with this documentation (non-standard parts) shall us e MIL-STD-965 for guidance. 3.4.2 Nameplates and Product Marking. Equipment, assemblies, modules and parts will be marked for identification utilizing MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-130 as guidelines. Markings will remain legible for the usable life of the component. End items and major components will be identified with name plates. The end item system assembly will be identified with an appropriate data plate on the exterior of the enclosure that will contain the following information to facilitate the loading of the pallet onto any transportation platform: " Unit Designation " Manufacturer " Manufacturers Part Number " Manufacturers Serial Number " Manufacturing Date " External Dimensional Data " System Weight " Center of Gravity Location " Towing/Lifting Restrictions " Safety Requirements " Stenciling-TBD " Labeling-TBD " Nameplates-TBD " Multiple Pallet Systems Units will be numbered serially to allow accountability. Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC) paint will be utilized on the unit and will be capable of withstanding standard decontamination procedures without degradation to the finish. 3.4.3 Interchangeability. The hardware design of the LITE (V)3 mission shelter shall be one that stresses flexibility and modularity. Like units, assemblies, subassemblies, and replaceable parts shall use requirement 7 of MIL-HDBK-454 for guidance. 3.4.4 Workmanship. The contractor shall use MIL-HDBK-454, Requirement 9 for guidance in workmanship. Any specialized requirements or techniques will be as specified by the procuring activity 3.5 Manpower and Personnel Integration (MANPRINT). 3.5.1 Human Engineering. All equipment will be designed to permit full utilization of human capabilities, to compensate for human limitations, and to minimize the possibility of human error. Applicable tests will be conducted to verify that the design of the equipment, facilities , and environment meet human engineering and life support criteria and are compatible with the overall system requirements. MIL-HDBK-759 and MIL-STD-1472 will be used as guidelines. The shelter will conform to the capabilities of the fully equipped soldier, with 5th through 95th percentile critical body dimensions and physical capabilities, to operate, maintain and support the material in its operational environment, consistent with t actical requirements. The shelter's design features will facilitate operations of the equipment and performance of the mission in extreme climatic conditions, and shall be operable by personnel utilizing special clothing and equipment (i.e., Arctic clothi ng, NBC protective clothing up to and including Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP) level IV). All panels and visual displays will provide the operator with a clear indication of equipment or system conditions for operation under any eventuality commensurate with the operational and maintenance philosophy of the shelter. Controls for the shelter wi ll be selected and distributed so that none of the operator's limbs will be overburdened. Attention to the guidelines provided in MIL-STD-1472, section 5.4 will be the guiding criteria in the selection and grouping of the shelter controls. The shelter wi ll be designed with considerations for the maintainer. Standard, modular replacement parts will be used to the maximum extent possible and the use of special tools will be limited. The shelter design will refer to Table XXIII, Design Weight Limits, of MI L-STD-1472 to ensure that no single component exceeds the design weight limits of the Military standard. As a design goal, quick release captive fasteners or captive nuts and screws will be utilized for securing items that will be moved or opened for main tenance or operation. 3.5.2 Safety. The shelter design will ensure the highest degree of sub-system and personnel safety, including minimization of potential human error in the operation and maintenance of the system, particularly under the conditions of alert, battle stress, or other emerge ncy or non-routine conditions. A fail-safe design will be provided in those areas where failure can cause catastrophic damage to equipment, injury to personnel or inadvertent operation of critical equipment. Electrical systems will comply with MIL-HDBK-4 54 requirements 1 and 8. Exposed components and sub-systems which are subject to high temperatures, high pressures or electrical energy, or which are inherently hazardous, will be provided with safeguarding or insulating features. Additionally, placards will be placed in areas where a potential threat to the safety of personnel exists, warning the operator/individual of this hazard. The shelter will be designed to minimize personnel injury from the ignition of fuel or combustible material, whether accidental or operational / maintenance related. No material that can emit Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCBs) will be used. Refer to section Human Engineering for human factor interface with regard to safety. Additional safety concerns will be addressed by providing warning labels, nameplates, interlocks, etc. where applicable to meet OSHA and National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. 3.6 Logistics. 3.6.1 Special Tools and Equipment. The system will be designed to make maximum use of standard tools and equipment for servicing, adjustment, assembly, and disassembly. The requirement for new special tools, fixtures and test equipment will be held to a minimum. All tools, instrumentation and equipment to operate, set-up, adjust and maintain the shelter will be included. Provisions will be made to stow the tools with the trailer. 4.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISION. 4.1 General. In support of the shelter, Quality Assurance in accordance with best commercial practices shall be used throughout all phases of design and production. All test equipment, including the model, serial number, manufacturer, an d date of last calibration and certification will be provided as an Appendix to the Test Plan 4.3 Qualification Test Procedures and Test Items. Qualification tests under the contract or SOW will be on First Article items and will be for those unit(s) contracted for delivery. 5.0 PREPARATION FOR DELIVERY. 5.1 Preservation and Packaging. The LITE (V)3 mission shelter assembly and accessories will be prepared for storage and shipment in accordance with best commercial practices. The level of preservation, type of shipping container and the furnishing of historical records will be in accord ance with contract requirements and best commercial practices to protect against and prevent any physical damage, corrosion, or deterioration to the unit. A packing list will be furnished with each system that includes all components and tools which are n ot installed on but which are shipped with the system. 5.2 Packing. All packing of the unit will conform to the requirements in the contract. Packing of the unit will conform to Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) regulations for carriers. 5.3 Marking. Each shipment will have a shipping information package affixed to the shipping container or to the unit, in a conspicuous location, with the following information contained therein: " Unit name " Contract number " Total weight as shipped " Or any other contract type/pertinent contractually required information Please reference notes #9 & #23,
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
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