U. S. Department of Commerce, Attn: Penny S. Parker, National Data Buoy Center, Stennis Space Center, MS 39529-6000

58 -- VHF AIRCRAFT BAND TRANSCEIVERS SOL 52-QANW-8-00202 DUE 030398 POC Penny S. Parker (228)6881705 The National Data Buoy Center (NDBC) has the requirement for a minimum of eight and up to twenty-four VHF aircraft band transceivers (117 to 137 MHZ) with 3 years successful operations in unconditioned marine environment, built in serial digital remote control and self-test capability; and modifiable to perform full FAA recertification via remote operation. Salient characteristics: Operates from nominal 24 VDC power (23 to 30 VDC), output power minimal 40 watts with continuous duty cycle up to 55 degrees C; and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) compliant. Operating environment: -20 to +55 degrees C; relative humidity operating range 95% at 55 degrees C (Mil Std 810); electro Magnetic Compatability (EMC) to Mil Std 461/462 Part 4; vibration range 10 to 500 HZ (Mil Std 810); operation in salt/fog environment (Mil Std 810). Delivery schedule: 4 unmodified units -- 4 weeks after award; 4 unmodified units -- 8 weeks after award; unattended remote FAA recertification capability modification for 8 previously delivered units due 20 weeks after award. Options exercised in quantities of 4 each up to 16 units with delivery due 4 weeks after exercise of each option. Option for operation and maintenance training for 8 technicians at vendor facility 48 weeks after contract award. Delivery FOB destination including duty (if applicable). Note 26 (0016)

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