Port Hueneme Division (Code 5F00), Naval Surface Warfare Center, 4363 Missile Way, Port Hueneme, CA 93043-4307

59 -- LOW NOISE FRONT END (LNFE) MODULES SOL N63394-96-R-2211 DUE 073196 POC Contract Specialist, SUSAN V. SAQUI, (805) 982-0642, Contracting Officer, NANCY G. ALPAY, (805) 982-0411 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation N63394-96-R-2211 is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 90-37. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The Standard Industrial Classification Code (SIC) is 3663 and the business size is 750 employees. The contract line items, quantities and unit of measure are: CLIN 0001 - 33 Each Low Noise Front End (LNFE) modules for MK 86 AN/SPG-60 Radar. CLIN 0002 (Option) - 87 Each Low Noise Front End (LNFE) modules for MK 86 AN/SPG-60 Radar. CLINS 0001 and 0002 shall meet the specification for AN/SPG-60 LOW NOISE FRONT END (LNFE) MODULES: This specification describes the requirements necessary to produce the AN/SPG-60 LNFE module (amplifier) which will replace the current Mixer-Pre IF unit providing a Noise Figure improvement of 6.5 dB minimum. A drawing is available to show the mounting hole location and connector type. The exact placement of the connectors is not shown, however, the distance between connectors shall be such that the associated cables can be easily attached. Requirements: The item described herein shall be capable of meeting the requirements of this drawing when operated under or after any of the conditions specified or combinations thereof. Electrical - Power Consumption: The LNFE modules shall be capable of operating from a +12 VDC supply voltage. The power consumption of each module shall not exceed 6 Watts. Adjustments: The LNFE modules shall meet the specifications described herein without external adjustments. Test Points: No test points are required. Inputs and Outputs: a. RF input: The RF input shall be waveguide, capable of withstanding pressure of 5 psi gauge. Each module shall mate with a UG-135/U waveguide flange, or equivalent. The waveguide flange shall be on one end of the enclosure (2'' x 2'' side) and shall be oriented so that the long dimension of the waveguide is perpendicular to the module's mounting surface. The mounting holes shall be threaded for screws with 32 threads per inch and 0.1640 inch body diameter (MS16995-25). Note: The ''module's mounting surface'' is one of the 2.0'' x 7.0'' surfaces of the enclosure. b. Local oscillator (LO) input: The LO input shall be 50-Ohm coaxial. The connector on the module shall be SMA (or equivalent) female. c. IF output: The IF output shall be 50-Ohm coaxial. The connector on the module shall be TNC female. d. Power and monitoring signals: a 9-pin, D-type male connector (J1) shall be provided on each module for DC power, returns, grounds, and LO power monitoring. It shall mate with a Belden DEM-95 or equivalent connector. A gasket, Beldon DE-53750 or equivalent, shall be used in mounting the module connector. The pinout for this connector shall be: Pin 1 +12 VDC Power Supply; Pin 2 Power Supply Shield; Pin 3 Power Supply Return; Pin 4 +12 VDC Power Supply Monitor; Pin 5 No Connection; Pin 6 No Connection; Pin 7 LO Monitor Shield; Pin 8 LO Monitor Return; Pin 9 LO Monitor Positive. RF Input Bandwidth: The RF input bandwidth of each module shall be 8.45 Ghz to 8.75 Ghz minimum. LO Input Bandwidth: The LO input bandwidth shall be the same as paragraph 2.2.5 less 60 Mhz. VSWR - RF Port: The VSWR of the RF input port shall not exceed 1.3:1. VSWR - LO Port: The VSWR of the LO input port shall not exceed 2.0:1. LO Drive Requirements: The modules shall be capable of operating within the parameters of this document with an LO input power which is externally adjustable from -3 dBm to +3 dBm. The LO drive to the modules can be externally set to any value within this range, and the correct LO drive to the modules shall fall within this range. Conversion Gain: The conversion gain of each module, from RF input port to IF output port, shall be 33 dB, (1 dBm over the bandwidth specified in paragraph RF Input Bandwidth. IF Center Frequency: The IF center frequency shall be 60 Mhz. IF Bandwidth: The IF bandwidth of the IF amplifier, measured at the 3-dB points, shall be no less than 12 Mhz. Noise Figure: The noise figure over the input RF band shall not exceed 1.0 dB single sideband. Input Dynamic Range: Each module shall be capable of handling input RF signals form noise level to an input power level of -30 dBm. Over this input power range (noise to -30 dBm), the output shall not deviate from linearity by more than 1 dB. IF Output: The IF output shall have a VSWR of 2.5:1 into a 50-Ohm system. The modules shall be unconditionally stable regardless of load impedance at the IF output. LO Power Monitor: Provision shall be made for the power level of the LO drive to be monitored from an external point. The conducted RF interference at the output of the monitoring point shall be attenuated to a maximum of -75 dBm. The load impedance of the monitoring point will be a 10K (10% resistor in shunt with a 0.01 micro farad capacitance during monitoring. Module electrical characteristics shall not be degraded when the LO power monitor is activated or short-circuited. The short-circuit condition prevails when the LO power is not being monitored. For a (1 dB variation of the LO level from +1 dBm, the LO monitoring voltage shall be positive and within the limits of 45 mVDC and 133 mVDC. An internally factory adjusted pot shall be used which will center the monitoring meter at 88 mVDC for a +1 dBm LO input. Power Supply Monitor: Provision shall be made for the +12 VDC Power Supply level to be monitored from an external point. The conducted RF interference at the output of the monitoring point shall be attenuated to a maximum of -75 dBm. The load impedance of the monitoring point will be a 10K +/- 10% resistor in shunt with a 0.01 micro farad capacitance during monitoring. Module electrical characteristics shall not be degraded when the +12 VDC Power Supply monitor is activated or short-circuited. The short-circuit condition prevails when the +12 VDC power is not being monitored. The +12 VDC monitoring voltage shall be positive and within the limits of 45 mVDC and 133 mVDC. An internally factory adjusted pot shall be used which will center the monitoring meter at 88 mVDC for a +12 VDC input. LO Isolation from RF and IF Ports: Good engineering shall be used to make sure the leakage form the LO to the RF and IF ports is minimized. Any testing of RF leakage will be performed by the purchaser. Transmitter Leakage: The RF input to each module shall withstand peak inputs of 32 mW (+15 dBm) peak power (0.14 duty cycle - average power (+8 dBm) without long-term degradation of noise figure or other specifications outlined in section 2 of this specification. No damage to any part of the module shall result from long-term exposure to this input power level. Recovery Time: Each module shall recover from input signal levels as defined in LO Isolation from RF and IF Ports within 1 micro second maximum. Recovery time is defined as the time required for the unit to return to normal operation from a saturated condition. Mechanical: Weight - The weight of each module shall not exceed 1.5 pounds. Size - Each module shall fit within in a container whose dimensions do not exceed 2.0 inches wide, by 7.0 inches long, by 2.0 inches deep (See Figure 1 of drawing). Connector Placement - The RF input, IF output, and D-type connectors shall be placed as follows (See Figure 1 of drawing). Waveguide input: The waveguide input shall be on one end of the enclosure (2.0'' x 2.0'' end) and shall be oriented so that the long dimension of the waveguide is perpendicular to the mounting surface of the enclosure. D connector: The D connector shall be mounted on the (2.0'' x 2.0'') end of the enclosure opposite the waveguide. This connector shall be oriented so that its long dimension is parallel to the mounting surface. The D connector shall be placed so that it does not interfere with installation of cables on the IF and LO connectors. TNC IF Output: The TNC IF output connector shall be placed on the same (2.0'' x 2.0'') end of the enclosure as the D connector. It shall be placed farther from the mounting surface than the D connector. It shall be accessible to cables and wrenches without removing any other cables. It shall have enough clear space around it to permit mounting SMA coaxial attenuators without interfering with any other cable or connector. SMA LO input: The SMA LO input connector shall be place on the same surface as the D connector and the SMA IF connector. It shall be accessible to cables and wrenches without removing any other cables. Hardware: Threaded stud type fasteners of type No. 6-32 shall protrude from the holes indicated in Figure 1. The length shall be 0.4 in. measured from the module. Corrosion resistance: Metal parts shall be inherently resistant to the corrosive action of a moist sea atmosphere. Moisture and Fungus: The modules shall be moisture and fungus resistant. Finish: Prime and paint gray. The mounting surface shall be free of paint, finishes, or materials which will affect electrical continuity. Port Hueneme Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center requires delivery of CLIN 0001 on 29 Nov 1996. Option CLIN 0002 quantities may be exercised before 29 Nov 1996. Option quantities are due 90 days after exercise of the option. Delivery shall be FOB Destination. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instruction to Offerors - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The Government intends to evaluate offers and award a contract without discussions with offerors. Therefore, the offeror's initial offer should contain the offeror's best terms from a price and technical standpoint. However, the Government deserves the right to conduct discussions if later determined by the Contracting Officer to be necessary. Provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. The Government intends to award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the lowest-priced technically acceptable responsible offeror. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items is incorporated in this solicitation including FAR 52.217-7, Option for Increased Quantity-Separately Priced Line Item, FAR 52.203-6 Alt 1, Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government, FAR 52.203-10, Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity, FAR 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity, FAR 52.222-25, Affirmative Action Compliance, FAR 52.222-35, Affirmative Action for Special Disabled and Vietnam Era Veterans, FAR 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Handicapped Workers, FAR 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era, DFAR 252.212-7000, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items and DFAR 252.212-7001, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders Applicable to Defense Acquisitions of Commercial Items. Interested parties shall submit offers which include the 11 items outlined in FAR 52.212-1(b) to Port Hueneme Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, 4363 Missile Way, Port Hueneme, CA 93043-4307 to the attention of Ms. Susie Saqui NLT 2 PM Pacific Time 31 July 1996 or fifteen days after the published date of this synopsis/solicitation whichever is later. Interested parties who wish to have a copy of the drawing must fax request to (805) 982-5746. (0194)

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