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58 -- DATA AUTOMATED COMMUNICATIONS TERMINAL (DACT) SOL N0016396R0327 POC Jeffrey C. Rosenberry, Code 2.1.4/MS45, (317)-306-4626 Facsimile (317) 306-3066. The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) is seeking sources interested in the Data Automated Communications Terminal (DACT) program. A pre-procurement planning conference to discuss the preliminary DACT requirements is tentatively scheduled for 30 July 1996. Companies interested in this requirement are invited to submit a synopsis of their capabilities to NAWCAD, Attn: Mr. Jeffrey C. Rosenberry, Code 2.1.4/MS45. Details regarding the pre-procurement conference will be provided to all companies that express an interest in the DACT program. The DACT is a sub-notebook sized tactical communication terminal. The maximum overall size and weight of the DACT is 9.5in x 6.5in x 3.0in and 7 pounds. When coupled with application software, the DACT will provide users the capability to receive, store, create, change, and transmit map overlays, free-form drawings, tactical messages, and situation reports via tactical radios and other tactical data systems. Distinct features of the DACT include an embedded Precise Positioning Service GPS receiver and dual channel tactical communications capability. The dual channel tactical communications capability must include both an analog FSK data interface and a synchronous/asychronous digital data interface. The tactical communications interfaces must be changeable/programmable by software, and be capable of supporting a variety of communications protocols including MIL-STD-188-220A. It is anticipated that a RFP will be released during early FY-97. Projected requirements for the DACT are approximately 4000 units over a five year period. This synopsis is for informal and planning purposes only and does NOT constitute a solicitation for bid or proposals and is NOT to be construed as a commitment by NAWCAD. NAWCAD does not intend to pay for any information provided in response to this synopsis. (0183)

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