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Last Updated on 10 Apr 2012 at 8 AM
Sources Sought
Aberdeen Maryland

58--Sources Sought for Radios and ancillary parts

Solicitation ID MARKET-SURVEY-5205-1
Posted Date 19 Jan 2012 at 12 PM
Archive Date 10 Apr 2012 at 5 AM
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Agency Department Of Defense
Location Aberdeen Maryland United states 21005
FOR ALL INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Larran Frasier, 443-395-7005 [email protected]

The U.S. Government is seeking sources of supply for Radios and Ancillary Parts

The purpose of this Market Research is to identify interested sources that can provide/manufacture and deliver the required Radios and Ancillary Parts contained in the attached specifications document. Please provide product specification literature, technical data sheets, brochures and links (URLs) to Web sites containing the information if available.

Responses are required by 8 February 2012

POC: Larran Frasier
443-395-7005

[email protected]
CECOM POC




Radios with Type 1 Encryption


Radio type QTY Description(work as)
100 WATTHF RADIO 2 Vehicle ,Base Station (fixed)
20 WATT HF RADIO 14 Vehicle, Man pack
50 WATT VHF RADIO 9 Vehicle, Jerk& Run
O 10 WATTIRAD VHF 19 Vehicle , Jerk& Run
RADIO 10 WATT VHF 10 Hand Held
V/UHF RADIO 10 WATT 7 Hand Held
V/UHF RADIO 50 WATT 6 Vehicle, Jerk& Run
5 WATT HF RADIOV 7 Hand Held

The Radios should be delivered with all ancillaries and components

The technical specifications for the Radios follow:

MINIMUM VHF/UHF (50 W) RADIO SPECIFICATION Vehicle

1. Frequency Range: Total range 30 - 512 MHZ
VHF LOW: 30 - 90 MHZ
VHF HIGH: 90 - 225 MHZ
UHF: 225 - 512 MHZ
2. Radio Configuration: Vehicle
3. RF Output Impedance: 50 , unbalanced
4. Transmission Mode: VHF LOW: FM, FSK, TCM, CVSD or equivalent.
VHF HIGH : FM , FSK , ASK , AM , GMSK , CVSD or equivalent UHF:FM , FSK , ASK , AM , GMSK , CVSD or equivalent
5. Input Power: 20 - 32 VDC
6. Power Output: 50 watt (selectable power setting)
7. The radio shall be protected from (short, open) CCT antenna, reverse polarity, over voltage and over current
8. Frequency Stability: 0.5 ppm
9. FM Frequency Deviation: 5 KHZ to 8 KHZ
10. AM Channel Spacing: 8.33, 12.5, 25 KHZ
11. Harmonic Suppression: 50 dBc
12. Spurious Suppression: 50 dBc
13. FM Sensitivity: FM: -118 dBm @ 10 dB SINAD or better
AM: -110 dBm @ 10 dB SINAD with 75% modulation or better
14. IF Rejection: 60 dB
15. Squelch: Off / Noise / Tone / Digital
16. ECCM: The radio shall have ECCM capability using frequency hopping (Quicklook 1A, Quicklook 2) and the ability to program unlimited hopping band frequencies in the specified VHF/UHF ( 30 - 512 MHZ ) . And shall be compatible with the waveform (Jordan code) used by RJAF Radios
17. Encryption: capable for Voice / Data in all mode (built - in)
18. COMSEC: Type 1
19. Data Interface: USB2, SYNC, ASYNC, and Ethernet or equivalent
20. The Radio shall be IP- based and have wireless IP capabilities
21. The Radio shall have an embedded GPS and situational awareness capabilities.
22. The Radio shall have Remote control capability.
23. The Radio shall have (selective /Directed) calling (radio - radio, radio - many) capabilities
24. (BITE) Built - In - Test Equipment (test down to unit level)
25. Software shall be upgradable and available for: Basic setting, Data transfer and Tactical chatting 26. Simultaneous voice and data (SIVD)
27. Environmental ( As per MIL - STD - 810 F ) : ( operating temperature , shock , vibration , immersion , humidity , sand / dust )

MINIMUM VHF (50 W) RADIO SPECIFICATION Vehicular

1. Frequency Range : 30 - 88 MHZ
2. Radio Configuration: Vehicular, Jerk& Run
3. RF Output Impedance: 50 , unbalanced
4. Transmission Mode: FM, FSK, (ASK,GMSK, CVSD , TCM) or equivalent
5. Input Power: 20 - 32 VDC
6. Power Output: 50 watt (selectable power setting )
7. The radio shall be protected from (short , open) CCT antenna , reverse polarity, over voltage and over current
8. Frequency Stability: 0.5 ppm
9. Frequency Deviation: 5 KHZ to 8 KHZ , or better
10. Harmonic Suppression: 50 dBc or better
11. Spurious Suppression: 50 dBc or better
12. FM Sensitivity: -112 dBm @ 12 dB SINAD or better
a. -118 dBm @ 10 dB SINAD or better
13. IF Rejection: 60 dB or better.
14. Squelch: Off / Noise / Tone / Digital.
15. ECCM: The radio shall have ECCM capability using frequency hopping (Quicklook1A, Quicklook2) and the ability to program unlimited hopping band frequencies in the specified VHF ( 30 - 88 MHZ ) .
16. Encryption: capable for Voice / Data in all mode (built-in )
17. COMSEC: Type 1
18. Data Interface: USB2, SYNC, ASYNC, and Ethernet or equivalent
19. The Radio shall be IP- based and have wireless IP capabilities
20. The Radio shall have an embedded GPS and situational awareness capabilities
21. The Radio shall have Remote control capability
22. The Radio shall have ( selective /Directed ) calling ( radio- radio, radio - many ) capabilities
23. ( BITE ) Built - In - Test Equipment ( test down to unit level )
24. Software shall be upgradable and available for : Basic setting , Data transfer and Tactical chatting
25. Simultaneous voice and data (SIVD )
26. Environmental ( As per MIL - STD - 810 F ):
a.( operating temperature , shock , vibration , immersion , humidity , sand / dust )

MINIMUM VHF (5 W) RADIO SPECIFICATION Hand Held (HH)

1. Frequency Range : 30 - 88 MHZ
2. Radio Configuration :Hand Held (HH)
3. RF Output Impedance : 50 , unbalanced
4. Transmission Mode : FM , FSK , (ASK,GMSK, CVSD , TCM) or equivalent
5. Input Power : High capacity lithium - Ion rechargeable battery (Not less than 2000 mAH) with single unit charger
6. Power Output : 5 watt (selectable power setting )
7. The radio shall be protected from ( short , open) CCT antenna and also reverse polarity, over voltage and over current (In Case of Jerk & Run Configuration )
8. Frequency Stability : 0.5 ppm
9. Frequency Deviation : 5 KHZ to 8 KHZ , or better
10. Harmonic Suppression : 50 dBc or better
11. Spurious Suppression : 50 dBc or better
12. FM Sensitivity : -112 dBm @ 12 dB SINAD or better
-118 dBm @ 10 dB SINAD or better
13. IF Rejection : 60 dB or better
14. Squelch : Off / Noise / Tone / Digital
15. ECCM :The radio shall have ECCM capability using frequency hopping (Quicklook 1A , Quicklook 2) and the ability to program unlimited hopping band frequencies in the specified VHF (30 - 88)
16. Encryption: capable for Voice / Data in all mode (built -in)
17. COMSEC: Type 1
18. Data Interface: USB2, SYNC, ASYNC, and Ethernet or equivalent
19. The Radio shall be IP- based and have wireless IP capabilities
20. The Radio shall have an embedded GPS and situational awareness capabilities
21. The Radio shall have Remote control capability
22. The Radio shall have (selective /Directed ) calling (radio- radio , radio - many) capabilities
23. ( BITE ) Built - In - Test Equipment (test down to unit level)
24. Software shall be upgradable and available for :Basic setting , Data transfer and Tactical chatting
25. Simultaneous voice and data (SIVD)
26. Environmental ( As per MIL - STD - 810 F):
a( operating temperature , shock , vibration , immersion , humidity , sand / dust )


MINIMUM VHF (10 W) RADIO SPECIFICATION Operates in Vehicle

1. Frequency Range : 30 - 88 MHZ
2. Radio Configuration : Wheeled Vehicle, man pack
3. RF Output Impedance : 50 , unbalanced
4. Transmission Mode : FM , FSK , (ASK,GMSK, CVSD , TCM) or equivalent
5. Input Power: Suitable power input for Wheeled Vehicle and high capacity rechargeable battery with charger for man pack (MP)
6. Power Output : 10 watt (selectable power setting )
7. The radio shall be protected from ( short , open) CCT antenna , reverse polarity, over voltage and over current
8. Frequency Stability : 0.5 ppm
9. Frequency Deviation : 5 KHZ to 8 KHZ or better
10. Harmonic Suppression : 50 dBc or better
11. Spurious Suppression : 50 dBc or better
12. FM Sensitivity : -112 dBm @ 12 dB SINAD or better
-118 dBm @ 10 dB SINAD or better
13. IF Rejection : 60 dB or better
14. Squelch : Off / Noise / Tone / Digital
15. 15. ECCM :The radio shall have ECCM capability using frequency hopping (Quicklook 1A , Quicklook 2) and the ability to program unlimited hopping band frequencies in the specified VHF ( 30 - 88 MHZ )
16. 16. Encryption: capable for Voice / Data in all mode (built -in )
17. COMSEC : Type1 Encryption
18. 18. Data Interface : USB2 , SYNC , ASYNC , and Ethernet or equivalent
19. The Radio shall be IP- based and have wireless IP capabilities
20. The Radio shall have an embedded GPS and situational awareness capabilities
21. The Radio shall have Remote control capability
22. 22. The Radio shall have ( selective /Directed ) calling ( radio - radio , radio - many ) capabilities
23. 23. ( BITE ) Built - In - Test Equipment ( test down to unit level )
24. 24. Software shall be upgradable and available for : Basic setting , Data transfer and Tactical chatting
25. Simultaneous voice and data (SIVD ).
26. Environmental ( As per MIL - STD - 810 F ):
a.( operating temperature , shock , vibration , immersion , humidity , sand / dust )

MINIMUM HF (20 W) RADIO SPECIFICATION Vehicular & Man pack (MP)

Main Features:
The radios shall support transmission of plain and ciphered voice and data over the HF band using Type 1 Encryption
The radios shall provide an advanced digital security and encryption for voice and data transmission
The radios shall support remote control capability
Radio Configuration: Vehicular, man pack
Data Interface : USB , SYNC , ASYNC , and Ethernet or equivalent
The radios shall provide an embedded GPS and Situational Awareness Capabilities
The Radio shall be IP- based and have wireless IP capabilities
The radios shall contain a Built-In-Test Equipment capability down to the Module level
The radios shall provide ECCM using frequency hopping
Software shall be upgradable and available for : Basic setting , Data transfer and Tactical chatting
Simultaneous voice and data (SIVD)
The radio shall be protected from ( short , open) CCT antenna , reverse polarity, over voltage and over current

Specifications:

Function Specification
Frequency range 1.6 - 30 MHZ
Frequency Stability 0.5 ppm or better
Modes of Operation FIX ,HOP ,ALE ,3G , 3G+ or equivalent
Types Of Modulation LSB,USB,AME,CW ( For voice ) , the latest technology for Data mode
RF Input/Output Impedance 50 nominal, unbalance
Input Power Suitable power input for Vehicular, and high capacity rechargeable battery with charger for man pack (MP)
RF Output Power 20W average power (selectable power setting)
Undesired Sideband Rejection 60dB or better
Carrier Suppression 60dB or better
Receiver Sensitivity -117 dbm for 10dB SINAD or better
Audio Output 15 mv or better
Image Rejection 80 dB or better
Intermediate Frequency (IF)Rejection 80 dB or better
Environmental As per MIL-STD-810F :
( operating temperature , shock , vibration , immersion , humidity , sand / dust ) .


Encryption Capability AES 256 as minimum or equivalent


MINIMUM HF (100 W) RADIO SPECIFICATION Vehicular & Base station

Main Features:

The radios shall support transmission of plain and ciphered voice and data over the HF band using Type 1 Encryption
The radios shall provide an advanced digital security and encryption for voice and data transmission
The radios shall support remote control capability
Radio Configuration: Vehicular, Base station
Data Interface : USB , SYNC , ASYNC , and Ethernet or equivalent
The radios shall provide an embedded GPS and Situational Awareness Capabilities
The Radio shall be IP- based and have wireless IP capabilities
The radios shall contain a Built-In-Test Equipment capability down to the Module level
The radios shall provide ECCM using frequency hopping
Software shall be upgradable and available for: Basic setting, Data transfer and Tactical chatting
Simultaneous voice and data (SIVD)
The radio shall be protected from (short, open) CCT antenna, reverse polarity, over voltage and over current

Specifications:

Function Specification
Frequency range 1.6 - 30 MHZ
Frequency Stability 0.5 ppm or better
Modes of Operation FIX ,HOP ,ALE ,3G , 3G+ or equivalent
Types Of Modulation LSB,USB,AME,CW ( For voice ) , the latest technology for Data mode
RF Input/Output Impedance 50 nominal, unbalance
Input Power 20 - 32 VDC
RF Output Power 100 W average power (selectable power setting )
Undesired Sideband Rejection 60dB or better
Carrier Suppression 60dB or better
Receiver Sensitivity -117 dbm for 10dB SINAD or better
Audio Output 15 mv or better
Image Rejection 80 dB or better
Intermediate Frequency (IF)Rejection 80 dB or better
Environmental As per MIL-STD-810F :
( operating temperature , shock , vibration , immersion , humidity , sand / dust ) .

Encryption Capability Type 1 Encryption



The Following are the necessary ancillaries required with the radios:

Base Station Accessories
Antenna Mast
Antenna, Antenna base
Antenna Cables
Cable Assembly, DC Power
Tuner unites + cables
Remote Control head cable if available
Tactical Speaker with cables
H250 Handset
Shock mount tray
AC/DC power supply
Ground wire

Vehicle Radios Accessories
Vehicle antenna base
Vehicle antenna
Antenna Cable
Shock mounting tray
AC/DC Power Cables
Tuner Unite
Tuner Unite Cables
Remote Control head cable if available
Tactical Speaker with cables
H250 Handset


Man pack System Accessories
Carry bag and holster
Man pack radio antennas
Rechargeable Battery (2) for each radio
Over headset
Single Bay charger for each radio
Battery Box
Any cables needed to operate man pack radio
Handheld (HH) Radios Accessories
All needed antenna (for both bands in case of multiband radios)
Holster
Headsets
Rechargeable Battery (2) for each
Single Bay battery Charger one for each
AC/CD (4 Bay) charger
Programming and interoperability requirements
All Radios should be fully equipped and operational to ensure interoperability requirement especially type1 encryption frequency hopping...etc.
Ten sets (S/W, programming kits and Fill Gun) to program the radios to be fully Operational in all modes (Basic setting, Tactical Chatting and Data Transfer)
Four Laptops needed
Four sets of PC programmer/PC tool kits for Type 1 encryption and any other tools deals with encryption Type 1
Embedded GPS needed
Four sets of Cloning Cables
IP based radios


Warranty
Two years warranty for all radios (one standard year & one extended year)
Training
CONUS and OCONUS operator training for the above radios
CONUS and OCONUS Maintenance training to the releasable level
Spare parts
The recommended Spare parts for each type of the above radio are required
Publication
Hard and Soft copies of User manuals, Maintenance manuals, and Spare parts Catalogues
Encryption devices
All encryption devices (fill devices and fill cables) Qty 10 ea of each item are required

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