Commander, Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, Code 220000E, 521 N. 9th Street, Point Mugu, CA 93042-5001

58 -- AN/DKW-2A COMMAND AND CONTROL TRANSPONDERS DUE 093097 POC Billy E. Kilby, Contracting Officer, 805/989-8418 The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, Point Mugu, CA requests information from potential sources to determine potential solutions to a problem with the AN/DKW-2A Command and Control Transponder. THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION, BUT A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION. The Government will not pay for the information submitted in response to this synopsis. PURPOSE: The purpose of this RFI is in support of the BQM-34S aerial target program of the Aerial Targets and Decoy Systems Program Office (PMA-208). The primary intent of this RFI is to solicit information and feedback from industry for potential solutions to the Navy's shortage of AN/DKW-2A transponders. The results of this RFI will be used to determine if a potential alternative exists, and if adequate solutions warrant a competitive acquisition. The following information is requested (but not limited to): (a) Description of concept; (b) Extent of modifications to non-developmental items (NDI). NOTE: This effort is not limited to NDI, however the potential limited quantity procurement may preclude extensive developmental, recurring costs.; (c) Performance specification; (d) Projected performance capabilities; (e) Logistics support (limited); (f) Rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates for development (modification) time, production lead time, and project costs (non-recurring and per unit price). REQUIREMENT: Approximately 125 BQM-34S targets (model 124B301-41) exist in the Navy inventory which utilize the older version auto-pilot, not compatible with the in-production AN/DKW-3B Command and Control Transponder. These -41 model targets require the AN/DKW-2A transponder for operation. The Navy is unable to directly procure AN/DKW-2A's by part number due to parts obsolesce. BACKGROUND: Newer versions of the BQM-34S (models -49 and -51) use the serial operating AN/DKW-3B transponder to work with its newer digital auto-pilot. The AN/DKW-3B transponder will not operate in-place of the parallel operating AN/DKW-2A transponder in the older -41 model targets. The older, analog flight controller (model -41 versions) is presently not compatible with the serial interface. SYSTEM OPERATION: The AN/DKW-2A transponder is used to receive and decode digital commands on a frequency modulated uplink while simultaneously encoding and transmitting digital telemetry on a phased modulated downlink. The AN/DKW-2 transponder uses bi-phase telemetry to receive and decode digital commands. The transmitter and receiver operate on different frequencies to provide simultaneous transmit and receive operation. The receiver operates at a frequency of 4637.6 MHz, and the transmitter operates at a frequency of 4437.5 MHz. The Transponder operates at 24 -- 28.5 VDC, with a 1 watt minimum transmit power. SOLUTIONS: The Navy is interested in potential solutions to this problem from essentially off-the-shelf equipment. Solutions involving adaptation (modification) of existing transponders, modification of current target control systems, development of an interface system for the current transponder/auto-pilot, or other feasible alternate solutions will be considered. This RFI does not represent a contract, a promise to contract or a commitment of any kind on the part of the NAVY. All proprietary and restricted information shall be clearly marked. Indicate whether your firm is a small, small disadvantaged, small woman-owned or large business concern. Written responses are to be forward via mail no later than September 30, 1997 to T&E and Logistics Contracts Department, Code 220000E, Attn: B. Kilby, NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV, BLDG 65, 521 9th Street, Point Mugu, CA 94042-5001. All responsible sources may submit a response which will be considered. (0230)

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