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58 -- MULTI-MODE, MULTI-BAND TRANSCEIVER POC ATTN: Code 8101.1, Mark Powell. Sources are being sought by the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) for a Multi-Mode, Multi-Band Transceiver (transmitter/receiver) that can be used to communicate with both new and legacy military commercial radios. NRL is interested in companies with the capability to provide the following: A higly adaptable, multifunctional, multiband communications system that offers full reconfigurability through software. The communications system should be able to perform such functions as communication navigation, and identification for both military and commercial purposes. The desired frequency range of the communications system will be 2 to 2500 MHz with data rates up to 5 Mb/sec. Anticipated production quantities may exceed 1600 units. In adition, a summary of qualifications and previous development experience should be included. Responses shall include two copies of the requested information, are due no later than 45 days after the issue date of this synopsis, and should be no longer than 15 pages per copy. NRL recognizes the need to protect proprietary information. Restricted or proprietary data must be clearly marked and presented as an addendum to the non-restricted response to this request. Any and all proprietary data shall be protected and will not be released without the expressed approval of the source. This request is for planning purposes and supports ongoing development activities in spacecraft programs. This request shall not be construed as a request for proposal (RFP), an Invitation for Bids (IFB), or as an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any follow on capabilities. The Government does not intend, at this time, to award a contract or otherwise pay for the information provided. No entitlement to payment of direct costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of submissions of responses. Any procurement will be separately synopsized in the Commerce Business Daily. Send information to : Naval Research Laboratory, Code 8101.1, Attn: Mark Powell, 4555 Overlook Avenue, SW Washington DC 20375-5326. (0121)

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