Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division, 6000 East 21st Street, Code: 2.2.4/45, Indianapolis, IN 46219-2189

66 -- FLIGHT LINE TEST EQUIPMENT SOL N00163-96-R-0068 DUE 022896 POC Contact Point, Valerie Tolan, (317)306-4988, Contracting Officer, L. P. Sanders, (317)306-7633, Additional Contact, Telefax, (317)306-3066 The Navy requires flight line test equipment (set) to determine the operational status of the AIMS MK XII transponder and the AIMS 65-1000 interrogator. The test set must be able to check transponder modes MK XII, 1,2,3/A, IFF mode 4 and mode S. Mode S is defined as TCAS level 2. (It is possible that other modes will be included.) Interrogation modes which shall be checked by the set (again not limited to) are MK XII modes 1,2,3/A, C and IFF mode 4. The test set shall have the capability to store and zeroize encrypted data from the KIR series of COMSEC computers. The test set shall have the capability to retain stored Mode 4 KIR data when external power is disconnected or the internal battery is removed or replaced. The test set shall have the capability to be umbilically connected to the KIT series of COMSEC computers or similar devices to facilitate Mode 4 interrogator testing. The test set shall have the capability to interface with the KIV-6, or similar imbedded crypto applique module to allow for Mode 4 interrogator testing that would not require umbilical connection to a KIT series of COMSEC computers or similar device. The test set shall utilize a 10 deg. (=/-5%) directional antenna for transmitting broadband and receiving narrowband signals. The test set shall have the capability to measure both the transmitted power and the receiver sensitivity as well as the ability to evaluate side lobe suppression performance of the interrogator under test. The test set shall allow for one man, hand-held, directional operation as well as unattended continuous ''loop on'' test. The test set shall contain both automatic and selectable input attentuation. The interrogator test shall allow for a variable target reply delay. The test set shall incorporate a self initiated power on and manually initiated Built-In-Test for ''go/no go'' self confidence checks. Operational temperature range shall be -30 to 50 deg. C. Power for the test set shall be obtained from 50 to 400 Hz, 115/230 VAC external power, and/or 28 VDC external poer and/or internal DC batteries. The battery pack shall be one currently in DoD inventory that is removable and chargeable both internally and externally. The test set shall weigh no more than 25 lbs while not in operation (with lid and accessories) and shall weigh no more than 18 lbs during operation. The size of the test set, lid and accessories shall not exceed 15'' X 10'' X 9'' or .8 cubic ft. Reliability of the test set shall be no less than 1500 hrs demonstrated. Demonstrated test set alignment shall take place in no more than 1 hr utilizing equipment's already existing in DoD inventory. It is planned that a first article test shall be required on a pre-production unit within 4 months of contract award. Three (3) engineering design models (EDMs) as well as logistic deliverables will be required prior to exercise of option quantities. A critical design review will be held at the contractor's facility (likely to be held within 90 days of contact award). Option quantities are as follows: Option 1 - maximum of 200 units, Option 2 - maximum of 300 units, Option 3 - maximum of 400 units, and Option 4 - maximum of 400 units. All items are to be delivered with all transportation changes paid to the Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division, 6000 East 21st Street, Indianapolis, IN 46219-2189. All requests for solicitation must be in writing or by facsimile (Fax No.: 317/306-3066) to Valerie Tolan. Any responsible sources may submit a proposal which will be considered by the agency. (0342)

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