SOURCES SOUGHT
A -- Request for Information [RFI] for Ultra Wide Band Antennas
- Notice Date
- 12/18/2008
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 334511
— Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- N00024 NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND, DC 1333 Isaac Hull Avenue S.E. Washington Navy Yard, DC
- ZIP Code
- 00000
- Solicitation Number
- N0002409R6307
- Response Due
- 1/30/2009
- Archive Date
- 12/18/2009
- Point of Contact
- For questions the POCs are:Joshua Burgess, CIV NAVSEAPhone: 202-781-3565FAX: 202-781-4654Email: Joshua.W.Burgess1@navy.miland/or:Maryann Keyser, CIV NAVSEAPhone: 202-781-2906FAX: 202-781-4654Email: Maryann.Keyser@navy.milFor hard copy submissions the POC is:See attachment
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- Description
- The Government's intent for soliciting information from industry regarding the availability of ultra wide band (UWB) antennas is to determine market availability and potential sources of supply in the marketplace. The Naval Sea Systems Command is soliciting information from industry regarding the UBW antennas. The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify COTS UWB Antenna or antenna array solution that may fit all or most the following RFI specifications:.UWB antennas covering a frequency span from approximately 20 MHz to 8 GHz desired. Capabilities near this specification will be accepted..A Technical Readiness Level (TRL) in stage 6 of development is required..VSWR of less than 2.5:1 across the frequency span..A horizontal Omni directional radiation pattern is desired.oDesire radiation pattern is to be concentrated at elevation with a gain of not less that dBi or better when installed on a SUV type vehicle on typical road surface. (note a typical wave monopole antenna installed on a SUV type vehicle may have a gain of about 3 dBi 1 dB with the antenna pattern slightly elevated at about 1 - 2 )..Require antenna gain and radiation pattern be submitted with measurement method and radiation plots. oThe following two documents are examples of measurement methods and presentation of results: oANSI/IEEE Std 149-1979 (Revision of IEEE Std 149-1965) IEEE Standard Test Procedures for Antennas. (Attachment 1)oRecommendation WG 16.99.050, ANTENNA SYSTEMS - STANDARD FORMAT for DIGITIZED ANTENNA PATTERNS. (Attachment 2)oThe expected mounting location is on a flat SUV roof or vehicle hood. The antenna feed point should be capable of being bonded / grounded to the vehicle...Capable of 1 watts input to the antenna..For single antenna array solution, a slim profile with diameter of 1 inch / 2.54 cm and length about 4 inches or 1 meter in length is desiredoAntenna should be adaptable to a magnetic or "clip under the hood" type mount with 3/8 X 2 threaded connection for the antenna. oAntenna may have more than one transmission line connection. A male N-type coaxial connection point is desiredoLight weight; less than 5 pounds..For conformal or distributed antennas using any solutions, oAntenna should be low profile.oVolume should be less than 38 cubic inches per 9 degrees of coverage.oA male N-type coaxial connection point is desired.Environmental SpecificationoMIL-STD-810F ?Capable of operation between -20 and 65 degrees centigrade. Storage between -3 C and 70 C degrees. ?Direct sunlight solar loading to 75 C degrees. oRuggedized - automotive standards for a vehicle antenna including shock vibration, water, snow, dust..We are also looking for potential treatment of the vehicle and/or vehicle antenna counterpoise to improve the antenna efficiency. For questions the POC are: Joshua Burgess, CIV NAVSEAPhone: 202-781-3565FAX: 202-781-4654Email: Joshua.W.Burgess1@navy.mil and/or: Maryann Keyser, CIV NAVSEAPhone: 202-781-2906FAX: 202-781-4654Email: Maryann.Keyser@navy.mil For hard copy submissions the POC is:CO NAVSURFWARCENDIV CraneAttn: Tiffany C. Adams, CIV NSWC Crane Code WXQN300 Highway 361BLDG 3330NCrane, IN 47522-5001 Responses must include: antenna system or array (hence forth referred to as the system) description, performance specifications and parameters, the overall capabilities of the system(s) against the above general requirements, the TRL of the system with justification, an/all additional detailed information regarding the system capabilities/performance (prior testing test reports, etc.) summary of logistics, training & maintenance requirements, and system costs (to include lead time for first delivery.) Two (2) UWB antenna systems are required for measurement of specifications, test and evaluation. Deliveries are anticipated to be required in or around early 3rd quarter FY 09. Additionally, companies shall include a cost estimate for system support during a 4 week test and evaluation period at various locations within the US, include cost data for: A) On call, one day response from vendor to test site to resolve any issues with the system being tested. B) Two training sessio! ns to train personnel on proper system installation, operation & routine maintenance. C) Any and all parts and repairs necessary for the two (2) UWB antennas during the 4 week test period. Responses may be in any format, and electronic submissions are acceptable and preferred. Responses to this RFI must be received on or before 10:00 AM 30 Jan 2009 at CO NAVSURFWARCENDIV Crane Attn: Tiffany C. Adams, CIV NSWC Crane Code WXQN 300 Highway 361 BLDG 3330N Crane, IN 47522-5001. Electronic responses should be sent to Joshua.W.Burgess1@navy.mil. The Government may use industry technical support contractors to review submissions. Potential industry reviewers include: CACI, Institute for Defense Analyses, Global Strategies Group (North America), and AVW, Inc. Participating industries will be required to sign non-disclosure agreements relative to any information associated with this RFI. The Government may elect to conduct one-on-one discussions with Industry based on its analysis of the RFI responses, the quality of submission, and the level and specification of the information provided. Please note the Government is under no obligation to conduct these sessions. The information provided in response to this RFI will be used to support urgent, on-going, initiatives within DoD to analyze emerging requirements for UWB antenna systems and ultimately may result in the Government developing and issuing a RFP for respondents. The information provided is for information only and is not a Request for Proposal or announcement of a solicitation. Therefore, pre-determined requirements do not exist. One intended outcome of the Government's seeking information from industry and available products will be the determination of requirements. This synopsis does not constitute an invitation for bid or Request for Proposal, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a contract or order. The Government will not pay for any effort expended or any material provided in response to this announcement nor will the government return any data provided. Inputs requested by COB on January 30, 2009. Note as written this is Unclassified
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