SOURCES SOUGHT
58 -- Mounted moving target indicator sensor for the Persistent Surveillance Systems-Tethered Aerostat program.
- Notice Date
- 4/13/2022 11:40:21 AM
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 334511
— Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- W6QK ACC-APG ABERDEEN PROVING GROU MD 21005-1846 USA
- ZIP Code
- 21005-1846
- Solicitation Number
- W56KGY22AerostatsRadarReplacement
- Response Due
- 5/13/2022 2:00:00 PM
- Point of Contact
- Jennifer L Mattessino, Phone: 4438614772, Tian Chen
- E-Mail Address
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jennifer.l.mattessino.civ@army.mil, tian.chen3.civ@army.mil
(jennifer.l.mattessino.civ@army.mil, tian.chen3.civ@army.mil)
- Description
- Product Director (PD) Aerostats is issuing this request for information synopsis as a means of�conducting market research to identify potential sources having an interest and industry�technologies available to provide an Aerostat mounted moving target indicator (MTI) sensor for the�Persistent Surveillance Systems-Tethered (PSS-T) program. The result of this market research will contribute to determining the method of procurement, if a�requirement materializes. Based on the responses to this request for information notice/market�research, this requirement may be set-aside for small businesses (in full or in part) or procured�through full and open competition. Multiple awards may be made. All small business set-aside� categories will be considered. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or acknowledged, and no feedback or evaluations will be�provided to companies regarding submissions. DISCLAIMER�THIS REQUEST FOR INFORMATION IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL�(RFP) TO BE SUBMITTED. �IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A�COMMITMENT BY THE �GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO�OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. �NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO �PAY FOR �PREPARATION �OF �RESPONSES �TO �THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. �ANY �INFORMATION �SUBMITTED �BY � RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY. PROGRAM BACKGROUND PSS-T consists of 58 program of record (POR) aerostats and 19 quick reaction capability (QRC)�contingency stock aerostats. The PSS-T POR aerostats are capable of persistent, integrated,�networked, and multi-sensor information collection by operating for long periods of time at an�altitude to maximize the line of sight and field of regard of on-board systems. The PSS-T systems� are Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance�platform equipped with a variety of sensors to fulfill force protection, communication, and�surveillance missions. PSS-T is required to be employed during all phases of theater operations.�PSS-T is responsive to the ground component of a joint warfighting force by providing� weather-dependent, persistent surveillance at operating locations throughout the operational area�and directly enhancing the commander's situational understanding. REQUIRED CAPABILITIES This is a request for information (RFI) market survey. There is no solicitation available�at this time. Requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. Any information�submitted by respondents to this synopsis is strictly voluntary. This market survey does not� constitute a or a request for sealed bids, nor does its issuance�restrict the Government as to its ultimate acquisition approach. The Government will neither award�a contract solely based on this notice, nor pay respondents for any information that they submit in� response to this request for information. The Government is conducting this request for information�market survey to determine rough order magnitude (ROM) / price and availability (P&A) from�potential sources capable of fulfilling aerostat improvement requirements as follows: Physical threats to PSS-T include surface-to-air missiles, antiaircraft artillery, Man Portable Air�Defense Systems (MANPADS), air-to-air missiles, rockets, cannon fire, unmanned aerial systems and�attack drones. To detect these threats, provide enhanced situational awareness, and replace the�current radar, PD Aerostats is seeking information on currently available Ground and Dismount MTI,�Maritime and Air-to-Air RADAR sensors. The system shall be comprised of an aerial sensor component� mounted to the Aerostat and a ground component to process and display the data collected. The Government is requesting that respondents provide solutions that are readily available through�the initial development cycle and at least technology readiness level (TRL) 7. This includes the�usage of modified commercial off the shelf (COTS) products, leverage of other Government�Developments or solutions developed with internal research and development (IRAD) funding. The intent of this Request for information is to assess the state-of-the art of the technology�available in near term within 12 months for use on aerostats products that could be applied to meet�this requirement. The Government requests that respondents provide a detailed description of the�proposed solutions and how it meets or exceeds�the Government�s objectives. If the vendor has longer term solutions in the 3-5 year development�cycle the Government would be interested in a summary of those efforts for future situational�awareness. OBJECTIVES The primary objective is to identify a radar that meets the best fit for program requirements and�needs today. Appendix A, for reference only, includes the program specific requirements for�previous solutions. �There are tradeoffs that can occur within the current list of requirements�based on available capabilities. �PD Aerostats is looking for multimode capable RADAR that provides� any or all of the following: Ground Moving Target Indicator (GTMI) and Dismounted Moving Target�Indicator (DMTI), Maritime, and Air-to-Air capabilities. i. � � � � MODE DESCRIPTIONS a. �GROUND MOVING TARGET INDICATOR GMTI modes include the ability to detect, track tactical vehicles, and provide Doppler velocities�with direction of movement for vehicles with Radar Cross Section of at least 5 m2 and 10-15 meters�or more separation. �The minimum detectable velocity of the GMTI sensor shall be at least 2�Kilometers per hour. Additionally, the system must be able to detect a standard moving military target vehicle with a�probability of detection (Pd) of at least 85% at the maximum optimum line of sight ranges. �Vendor�should provide a data curve showing Pd vs Range for target detections. �Assume Aerostat altitudes�of 3- 5000ft AGL. b. �DISMOUNTED GROUND MOVING TARGET INDICATOR DMTI targets should be discernable at slow walk or faster with 1 meter separation. The MTI sensor�shall provide the capability, while in DMTI mode to achieve at least 80% probability of detection�(Threshold) at 8Km under standard conditions of target size (0.5m^2) and velocity (0.5 m/s) and�with 90% Pd at 20Km as an objective. Vendor should provide a data curve showing Pd vs Range for�target detections. �Assume Aerostat altitudes of 3- 5000ft AGL. c. � �MARITIME Martine mode of interest includes fishing boats as small at 10 ft to large ships. The MTI sensor�should be able to process targets in sea states 1-3; interest is also in small wooden vessels and�semi submersibles. Interest in ISAR for larger vessels. �Additionally, the system must be able to�demonstrate a probability of detection (Pd) of at least 85%. Vendor should provide data curves� showing Pd vs Range for representative vessel sizes reference above. Assume Aerostat altitudes of�3-5000ft AGL. d. �AIR TO AIR Air-to-Air mode interest includes Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System DoD Group I, II, and III and�subsonic missiles. �Additionally, the system must be able to demonstrate a probability of detection�(Pd) of at least 85%, vendor should provide data curves showing Pd vs Range for representative�Group classes reference above. Assume Aerostat altitudes of 3-5000ft AGL. ii. � � � �OPERATIONS The MTI sensor shall provide the capability to detect and classify moving targets that is minimally�influenced by atmospheric conditions that may hinder the effectiveness of optic-based systems.� The MTI sensor shall provide 360 degree azimuth coverage. The MTI sensor shall also provide the�capability to adjust the scan pattern by both azimuth and elevation to cover a desired Field of�Regard (FoR). Scan controllable antennas are preferred to facilitate narrow sector scans and rapid�revisit rates if required by the mode offered. �Active electronically scanned arrays (AESA)� antennas are optional but not required. The RADAR sensor shall provide the capability to adjust detection sensitivity. The Government prefers the ability to support simultaneous mode operation or mode change �on the�Fly�. For example, Air-to-Air and interleaving GMTI scan and warning for coordinated ground movers. The system shall provide a ground MTI mode capable of providing wide area surveillance for�detecting and manually following a standard military target, leveraging the available Line of Sight�at 5000 feet above ground level.� Minimum 10 Kmslant range for smaller RADAR systems in clear weather. The MTI sensor shall provide the capability to record detections, tracks with associated Meta data�to standard NATO file formats. �MTI sensor should be capable of producing sending and receiving�cursor on target messages. iii. � � � PHYSICAL CONSTRAINTS The aerial components of the RADAR system, including cables, framing, gimbals and antennas, shall�have an airborne weight of less than 500 pounds for larger systems and less than 150 pounds for�smaller systems. The aerial components of the RADAR systems are preferred that can operate with less than 4�kilowatts but it is not a hard limit. �Vendors are requested to provide full system power�requirements with separate break out for airborne components including AC and DC requirements. The ground component of the MTI system shall be 19� rack mountable in the ground control system�(GCS). iv. � � � INTEROPERABILITY The RADAR system should support integration with commercial and military IFF transponders and�automated ship location transponders. The RADAR system should output standard NATO data formats and provide tracks and target data to�support Fire Control networks. Vendor should state what standards they currently have met. � RADAR�control workstation will be operational in the Ground Control Station and in the Tactical�Operations Center (TOC) with principal operations in the TOC. The RADAR system architecture shall be scalable. The RADAR sensor must be compatible and�interoperable with the ability to cross-cue to/from other sensors simultaneously integrated with�the system or on the local network. v. � � � �INTERFACES The RADAR aerial sensor shall provide sensor control commands and data dissemination through the�PSS-T's tethered fiber optic cable. vi. � � � RELIABILITY AND MAINTAINABILITY The RADAR system will maintain an operational availability (Ao) of 85%. The MTI shall have a Mean�Time To Repair of less than 60 minutes (T), and less than 30 minutes (O). Provide calibration on operator command, as necessary to meet performance requirements at initial�turn-on and throughout the mission. (T) �The system must be able to self-calibrate when diagnostics�check identifies an appropriate fault. (O) The �Government �desires �a �system �with �minimal �maintenance �and inspection requirements at the�organizational level. �The system should also be easily repairable for deployed units. RESPONSES Vendors should respond with their best fit, preferably addressing at least two or more of the�desired modes. �It is desired that candidate sensors offered should heavily leverage off the shelf�capabilities and be suited for integration on a test Aerostat within 12 months ARO with follow on�test and mode refinement phase of up to six months. Vendor response should include at a minimum: o Details on the available modes, referenced above, that the sensor meets o TRL maturity estimates for hardware and modes offered and supporting documentation (i.e. a brief�description of operational information). o Performance plots for modes offered showing proposed Radar Cross Section vs range (estimates or�actual measured data acceptable for this RFI). If available, please provide weather dependent plots�as well. o A product overview, block diagrams, ICDs, software description, native software controls and�analysis software included, o If already, underwork or obtained, any cyber accreditation. o Reference any test reports available. o Any reliability and maintainability data, operational or theoretical, that supports meeting the�operational availability outlined above. o Evidence of MIL-STD-810 environmental compliance o Evidence of MIL-STD-461F compliance o Provide hardware availability for first test unit. o Lead times for productions units, state if capital assets are available for Quick Reaction or�early integration and test activity. o If applicable, any interoperability certificates that have been obtained. o Separate ROM cost for Hardware, Software, NRE and Integration & Test support. ROM cost for�licensing and ROM for multiple follow on units. o Copies of relevant Vendor Brochures, Spec Sheets, Frequency Ranges, Frequency Authorization�Certifications. o Information relative navigation and timing input requirements, does RADAR have embedded GPS/IMU? o Provide any unique Network interoperability requirements for Command, Control and Operation. End use may include US Government only or possible FMS consideration; provide any information�available regarding potential exportability if product was selected for Military FMS use. �Are�components compliant with Trade Agreement Act (TAA) for counties or origin? SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Any resulting contract is anticipated to have a security classification level of Secret. Any�resulting contract shall �be �compliant �with �the �specialty metals �restriction �of �the Berry �Amendment �(10 �U.S.C. �2533a �and �2533b) �in accordance with DFARS clauses 252.225-7008 and�252.225-7009. SUBMISSION DETAILS Interested businesses should submit a brief capabilities �statement package �(no more than ten 8.5�X 11 inch �pages, �font �no �smaller �than �10 �point) �demonstrating ability �to �provide the �products/systems �listed �in �this Technical �Description. Respondents are limited to 25 pages. Feedback from industry will be accepted until 30 days after�the posting of this RFI. �Documentation should be in bullet format. No phone or email solicitations�concerning the status of the RFP will be accepted prior to its release. Responses (including any capabilities statement) and questions concerning this requirement shall be�electronically submitted in either Microsoft Word or Portable Document Format (PDF), via email to:�Tian Chen, Configuration Manager Lead, tian.chen3.civ@army.mil, and Jennifer Mattessino, Jennifer.L.Mattessino.civ@army.mil, Procuring Contracting Officer. All responses must reference this synopsis number�in subject line of e-mail and on all enclosed documents. Information and materials submitted in�response to this request WILL NOT be returned. DO NOT SUBMIT CLASSIFIED MATERIAL. If your organization has the potential capacity to provide the required products/systems, please�provide the following information: 1) Organization name, address, primary points of contact (POCs)�and their email address, FAX, Web site address, telephone number, and type of ownership for the�organization; and 2) Tailored capability statements addressing the requirements of this notice,� with appropriate documentation supporting claims of organizational and staff capability. If�significant subcontracting or teaming is anticipated in order to deliver technical capability,�organizations should address the administrative and management structure of such arrangements. All data received in response to this Request for information that is marked or designated as�corporate or proprietary will be fully protected from any release outside the Government.
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