Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division Indianapolis 6000 East 21st Street MS-45, D.2.1.5 Indianapolis, Indiana 46219-2189

66 -- FLIGHT LINE EQUIPMENT SOL N00163-96-R-0068 DUE 063096 POC Kathy Ragland, Contract Specialist PH: (317) 306-4416 Fax: (317) 306-3066. Modification to announcement previously advertised in the 12 Dec 95 issue of the CBD: All companies previously requesting the RFP package under any previous CBD announcement for SOL. N00163-96-R-0068, will be mailed an RFP package and therefore need not re-apply under this modification. The DoD requires flight line test equipment (set) to determine the operational status of the AIMS MK XII transponders and the AIMS 65-1000 interrogator. The test set will be referred to as the Identification Friend or Foe Interrogator Transponder Test Set (IFFITTS). The test set must be able to check transponder modes MK XII, 1,2,3/A, IFF Mode 4 S. Mode S is defined as TCAS level 2. Interrogation modes which shall be checked IFFITTS (but 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 deg.) 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 esternal power 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 shall be no less than 1500 hrs demonstrated. Demonstrated test set alignment shall take place in no more than 1 hr utilizing equipment already existing in DoD inventory. It is planned that a first article test shall be performed by the contractor using pre-production units within 6 months of contract award. The following documents will be called out in the IFFITTS Statement of Work (SOW) as technical and/or performance documents: (1) ANSI/ASQC Q9001, Quality Systems - Model for Quality Assurance in Design/Development, Production, Installation and Servicing; (2) MIL-T-28800 Test Equipment for use with Electrical and Electronic Equipment, General Specification for MIL-T-31000 Technical Data Packages, General Specification for MIL-STD-1472 Human Engineering Criteria for Military Systems, Equipment and Facilities; (3) MIL-STD-882B System Safety Program Requirements; (4) MIL-STD-810 Environmental Test Methods and Engineering Guidelines; (5) DoD-STD-2000 Standard Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies; (6) EIA/IS-649 Configuration Control; (7) MIL-N-18307 Nomenclature and Identification for Aeronautical Systems Including Joint Electronics Type Designated Systems and Associated Support Systems; (8) DoD AIMS 64-900D Performance/Design and Qualification Requirements Mode 4 Input/Output Data KIR/KIT-1A/1C; (9) DoD AIMS 65-1000B Technical Standard for the AIMS System (U); (10) DoD AIMS 86-100A Mode 4 Handbook; (11) RTCA/DO-181A Minimum Operational Performance Standards for Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System/Mode System Select (ATCRBS/Mode S) Airborne Equipment; (12) MIL-STD-461D Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Emissions and Susceptibility; and (13) MIL-STD-462 Measurement of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics. Federal and Military Specifications, Standards, and Handbooks are available from the Naval Publications and Forms Center (ATTN: NPODS), 5801 Tabor Ave., Philadelphia, PA. 19120-5099. AIMS Handbooks are available from the DoD AIMS Program Office, Robins Air Force Base, GA. 31098-1638. The aforementioned technical documentation information is provided to allow all parties interested in this solicitation, the opportunity to obtain the documents (if needed) prior to the anticipated release of the RFP. Three (3) engineering design models (EDMS) as well as logistic deliverables will be required prior to Navy TECHEVAL and exercise of option quantities. A critical design review will be held at the contractor's facility 90 days after contract award. Option quantities are as follows: Option 1 - maximum 200 units; Option 2 - maximum 300 units; Option 3 - maximum 400 units, and Option 4 - maximum 400 units. All items are to be delivered with all transportation charges paid to the Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Div, 600 E. 21st Street, Indpls., IN 46219-2189. All requests for solicitation must be in writing or by facsimile (Fax No.: 317-306-3066) to P.O.C. Kathy Ragland. Anticipated release of the RFP: late June to early July 1996. Any responsible sources may submit a proposal for consideration, to this agency. (0157)

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