SOLICITATION NOTICE
65 -- SECURE RADIO SYSTEM
- Notice Date
- 4/12/2007
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- NAICS
- 334220
— Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of Veterans Affairs;Special Services;1432 Sultan Drive;Suite C;Fort Detrick MD 21702
- ZIP Code
- 21702
- Solicitation Number
- F1ATB27047G001
- Response Due
- 4/27/2007
- Archive Date
- 6/26/2007
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation F1ATB27047G001 is issued as a request for quote (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-15. No telephone requests will be accepted. Only written requests received directly from the requester are acceptable. If requesting by FAX, you may send your request to 301-619-3613, ATTN: Faranda Thomas. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) number is 334220 and the business size standard is 750. REQUESTERS MUST STATE THEIR BUSINESS SIZE ON EACH REQUEST. Women and small disadvantaged business are encouraged to submit offers. The proposed contract listed here is unrestricted. Listed below are the required line items for this solicitation: 0001 HF MANPACK, DOD COMSEC MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: AN/PRC-150(C) The AN/PRC-150(C) is an advanced, nomenclatured HF/VHF manpack radio that provides reliable tactical communications through US Government Type 1 encryption for enhanced secure voice and data performance, reduced size/weight, and extended battery life. The removable keypad/display unit enables operation on the move with the transceiver stowed in the user's backpack. The AN/PRC-150(C) HF-SSB/VHF-FM transceiver covers 1.6 to 60 MHz at 20 watts PEP/Average for HF and 10 watts for VHF. Modes include USB, LSB, CW, AME, and FM. Two types of encryption are included in this radio: US Government Type 1 and Coalition encryption. A simple, menu-driven, man-machine interface makes operation easy. Seventy-five user-defined net presets provide complete radio configuration, including radio operating mode, modem settings, COMSEC and TRANSEC keys. This unit is interoperable with non- Type 1 radios in secure mode with radios that include standard Citadel® encryption in both the HF and VHF bands. The unit is also interoperable in non-secure mode in fixed frequency and ALE with other HF and VHF radio systems. Key features include: + Encryption - Two types of embedded encryption are included in this radio: US Government Type 1 and Coalition. The Type 1 encryption is interoperable with KY-99, KY-100, and KG-84 cryptos for HF systems and KY-57 crypto for VHF systems. Coalition encryption is based on the Harris Citadel encryption and can be used to interoperate with RF-5800H radio systems in secure mode. + High-Speed ModemWaveforms - The embedded modem waveform suite offers the most advanced HF data capability available in the tactical radio marketplace. The supported MIL-STD-188-110B waveforms include the serial tone (2400 bps) modem, high data rate (9600 bps) modem, parallel tone (2400 bps) modem, as well as a set of narrowband FSK waveforms. Also included are the STANAG 4285 and STANAG 4415 serial tone waveforms. Adaptive excision filtering and equalization improve the data modem performance in fading and noisy channels, and counteract jamming. + MELP and LPC-10, 600/2400 bps digital voice - The digital voice mode utilizes the latest military MELP and LPC-10 algorithms for high-quality secure narrowband voice at 2400 bps. The Harris 600 bps vocoders extend the communication range beyond conventional 2400 bps systems. + Enhanced Frequency Hopping (ECCM) - A proprietary serial tone ECCM provides digital voice and data performance comparable to single-channel serial tone modem. + MIL-STD-188-141B, Appendix A Automatic Link Establishment (ALE) - ALE allows the transceiver to automatically locate the best available channel and link with a desired station or net. The radio also provides AL-1 Linking Protection. + STANAG 4538 Third generation HF Link Automation - Latest integrated high-performance Automated Link Establishment (ALE) and data link protocols. Provides superior linking and error-free data performance. Fast link setup (FLSU) protocol suite is supported. + Tactical Internet - an embedded wireless networking capability provides the ability to connect outside IPV4 devices and applications over HF circuits. It utilizes third generation HF Link Automation to efficiently route secure IP-based traffic. Additional standard features include a removable keypad/ display unit, 24 VDC or self-contained battery operation, and RS-232 ASCII remote control. The AN/PRC-150(C) does not include external mating connectors. Finish/Color: CARC Green 383 The AN/PRC-150(C) radio system includes as a minimum: + Radio Transceiver + Operator's Manual + OE-505 Manpack Antenna Kit + Enhanced H-250/U Type Handset + Battery Case + Keypad/Display Unit Remote Cable + Ground Stake Kit + Radio Programming Application + Asynchronous Programming Cable + Tactical Chat Communications Software 2 EA 0002 Portable HF Dipole Antenna MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: RF-1940-AT001 The RF-1940-AT001 is a lightweight, durable portable dipole antenna. The antenna is capable of 400W maximum operation from 3-30 MHz. It is utilized for NVIS communications and can be configured for other requirements. The antenna is stored on selfcontained flat spools that form an integral part of the antenna. During operation, the spool is unwound to the appropriate frequency marker and deployed; the unused portion of wire remains on the spool. Each spool contains throwing weights for connection to trees, buildings, or masts. The RF-1940-AT001 can be directly connected to the RF-5800H HF manpack using the built-in antenna coupler or connected to an external antenna coupler for ALE operation. The RF-1940-AT001 can be configured as a dipole, sloping dipole, or asloping V. The antenna includes a heavy duty carrying bag, a 33 foot (10m) RG-58 coax cable withBNC male connectors, and a BNC to Type N adapter. The antenna bag has clip points to attach to a military rucksack. Deployed size: 150 ft. (46 m) Transport size: 6" x 12" x 3" (15cm x 30cm x 7cm) Weight: 5 lbs. (2 kg) Color: Green with black winders 1 EA 0003 Extended Height HF Crossed Dipole Antenna MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: RF-1938AT-10 The RF-1938AT-10 is a man-portable, rapid-deployment crossed dipole antenna designed for NVIS communications from 0 to 420 mi. The antenna is capable of 400W maximum operation from 2-30 MHz. The RF-1938AT-10 has an extended height of 8.7 meters to provide up to 10 dB of additional NVIS antenna gain at low operating frequencies (2 to 4 MHz) than smaller crossed dipoles. The RF-1938AT-10 requires the use of an antenna coupler. The RF-1938AT-10 includes both the RF-1936-01 Antenna Adapter and RF-1936-02 Mounting Plate which allows the antenna to be used in both portable and vehicular applications. Deployed size: 61'L x 61'W x 28'H (18.3 m x 18.3 m x 8.6 m) Transport size: 2 bags of 7" diameter x 26" Weight: 27 lbs. (12 kg) Color: CARC Green 9 EA 0004 TRANSIT CASE SYSTEM MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: 10564-6040-01 Transit Case System to include the RF-382A-15 Antenna Coupler, RF-5051PA-125C Power Supply, RF-5833H-PA004 Power Amplifier, a case for the coupler (p/n 10564-6043-01), power supply (p/n 10564-6042-01), and a case that will fit both the radio and power amplifier (p/n 10564-6041-01) and all the necessary cables. 1 EA 0005 400-WATT HF-SSB MINI-TRANSIT CASE ADAPTER MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: RF-5800H-TM003 The RF-5800H-TM003 provides the equipment complement necessary to transform an RF-5800H-MP manpack to a 400-Watt PEP/ Average HF-SSB Mini-Transit Case system. The transit case adapter provides the durability of a base station with the transport flexibility and portability of a vehicular system. A clip on each corner of the case can be used to clamp the cases together to produce a portable rack. If the cases are installed in a shelter and the system needs to be removed, it is easy to separate the cases from each other. Storage of all interface cables in the cases facilitates easy equipment deployment. The adapter facilitates the conversion to a man-portable configuration. The RF-5800HMP Receiver/ Transmitter is not included and must be ordered separately. Key system features include: + USB, LSB, CW, and AME operation in the 1.6 to 30 MHz HF frequency band + Solid-state, broadband RF power amplifier + Black double-ended environmentally sealed cases + Weight: Less than 80 lb. per case + Integrated loudspeaker + Fully ruggedized per MIL-STD-810F + Overload protection + 115 or 230 VAC, 47 to 400 Hz power operation + Built-In Test (BIT) RF-5800H-TM003 consists of: RF-5834H 400-Watt PA 10400-0562-04 Black Mini-Transit Cases 10299-5054-03 RF-5054 Power Supply 10181-5180-01 Loudspeaker (RF-5980-SA001) 10535-0707-A002 Speaker Audio Cable Assembly 10535-0706-A008 Speaker Power Assembly 10181-9821-004 Coax Cable Assembly (4-foot) 10181-9834-004 DC Power Cable Assembly (4-foot) 10515-0123-4200 400-Watt Installation Manual 10535-0720-A008 Control Cable Assembly, PA-RT (8-foot) 10400-1136-A006 Ground Strap A U.S. power connector (NEMA 5-15P) is supplied as the standard AC power connector. Note: Configuration is for HF communications only and will not operate in the 30-1.1-12 60 MHz frequency band. 1 EA 0006 COUPLER CASE MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: 10564-6043-01 1 EA 0007 CABLE REEL ASSY MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: 10564-6044-01 1 EA 0008 CABLE REEL ASSY MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: 10564-6044-02 1 EA 0009 400-WATT HF FAST-TUNE AUTOMATIC ANTENNA COUPLER MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: RF-382A-15 The RF-382A-15 automatically matches the output of transceivers and power amplifiers to a wide variety of whip, dipole, and longwire antennas over the frequency range of 1.6 to 30 MHz. The coupler features BIT, overload, and lightning surge protection. It includes a 50-ohm output connector (type N female) for applications where it is desirable to quickly change from tuning a whip antenna to tuning a 50-ohm antenna. Its tune time is 200 msec after an initial learning tune cycle of typically less than three seconds. This antenna coupler requires lengths of 10181-9824 Coaxial Cable, and 101819823 Control Cable. Standard lengths are 25, 75, 150, and 250 feet. The RF-382A-15 includes the coupler unit, manual, and installation material. Finish/Color: CARC Green 383 1 EA 0010 Extended Height HF Crossed Dipole Antenna MFG: Harris Corporation or EQUAL MFG PN: RF-1938AT-10 The RF-1938AT-10 is a man-portable, rapid-deployment crossed dipole antenna designed for NVIS communications from 0 to 420 mi. The antenna is capable of 400W maximum operation from 2-30 MHz. The RF-1938AT-10 has an extended height of 8.7 meters to provide up to 10 dB of additional NVIS antenna gain at low operating frequencies (2 to 4 MHz) than smaller crossed dipoles. The RF-1938AT-10 requires the use of an antenna coupler. The RF-1938AT-10 includes both the RF-1936-01 Antenna Adapter and RF-1936-02 Mounting Plate which allows the antenna to be used in both portable and vehicular applications. Deployed size: 61'L x 61'W x 28'H (18.3 m x 18.3 m x 8.6 m) Transport size: 2 bags of 7" diameter x 26" Weight: 27 lbs. (12 kg) Color: CARC Green 20 EA 0011 Operator's Manual 2 EA 0012 Service Manual 1 EA FOB destination delivery date of 6 Jun 2007 to FM9133 AFMOA/SGSLW; 601 Davy Crockett Road, Bldg 1534 - Kelly USA; San Antonio, TX 78226-1885. Offerors must comply with all instructions contained in provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The following additional provisions and clauses apply: 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Item, the Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offerors whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: 1) Technically acceptable; and 2) Price. Technically acceptable is more important than price. Technically acceptable will be evaluated based on the function and operation of the item. To be technically acceptable the item shall meet the Government's specifications. Offerors shall submit descriptive literature, specifications, product samples, technical features, and warranty provisions. Price will be evaluated to determine its fairness, completeness, and reasonableness as it relates to the items offered. 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, a completed copy of this provision shall be submitted with the offer, unless you are registered in Orca (https://orca.bpn.gov/). 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items. 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, to include clauses: 14,15,16,17,19, 21, 23, 24, 26, and 32. The following additional clauses apply: CCR Clause: Attention: You must be registered in CCR to be considered for award. FAR 52.204-7, Central Contractor Registration (Oct 2003) (B)(2) the offeror shall provide its DUNS or, if applicable, it's DUNS+4 number with its offer, which will be used by the contracting officer to verify that the offeror is registered in the CCR database. (C) Lack of registration in the CCR database will make an offeror ineligible for award. Offerors and contractors may obtain information on registration and annual confirmation requirements by calling 1-888-227-2423 or 269-961-5757, or via the Internet at http://www.ccr.gov. Electronic Funds: FAR 52.252-2, Clauses Incorporated by References (Feb 1998). This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. VAAR 852.219-70, Veteran-owned Small Business; 852.270-4, Commercial Advertising; 852.273-70, Late Offer. Full text clauses are available at http://farsite.hill.af.mil/VFFARa.htm. The Federal Contractor Program requires that any contractor receiving a contract from the Federal Government in the amount of $25,000 or more, or any subcontractor receiving a contract in the amount of $25,000 or more from such a covered contractor must file a VETS-100 Report on an annual basis. **Please ensure that this report has been filled out. To register, go to http://vets100.cudenver.edu/. Offers are to be received at the Veterans Affairs Special Services (VASS), 1432 Sultan Drive, Suite C, Ft Detrick MD 21702, ATTN: Faranda Thomas, no later than 4:00 P.M. eastern daylight time on 27 April 2007. Contact Faranda Thomas, Associate Contract Specialist/YRCI Contractor, at 301-619-7098 or FAX 301-619-3613; Laura Charles, Contracting Officer, 301-619-8074.
- Place of Performance
- Address: FM9133 AFMOA/SGSLW;601 DAVY CROCKETT ROAD, BLDG 1534;KELLY USA;SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
- Zip Code: 78226-1885
- Country: USA
- Zip Code: 78226-1885
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