SOURCES SOUGHT
70 -- USAF Request for Information (RFI) on a Multi-Level Classification Mobile Network Device
- Notice Date
- 7/9/2007
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 334290
— Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Air Force, Air Mobility Command, HQ AMC/A3K Contract Airlift, 402 Scott Drive Unit 3A1, Scott AFB, IL, 62225-5302, UNITED STATES
- ZIP Code
- 00000
- Solicitation Number
- Reference-Number-SLC3S-MINIKIT-RFI
- Response Due
- 7/16/2007
- Archive Date
- 8/16/2007
- Description
- This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for informational and planning purposes only. This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP). It is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or ultimately award a contract. Responses will not be considered as proposals nor will any award be made as a result of this RFI. The Air Force will NOT be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this request for information. This FedBizOpps notice is an announcement seeking market information on businesses capable of providing the services as described herein. The Air Force is currently conducting market research to determine qualified, experienced, and interested potential sources. The information requested by this RFI will be used within the Air Force to facilitate decision making and will not be disclosed outside the agency. The Air Force is looking for a device or mobile package to perform the following items within a single case. 1. Capability Discussion. The Mini-Kit Communications Package is an enroute communications system designed to provide stable, secure, mobile communications over Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) or internet Protocol (IP) in a mobile, commercial airline checkable package or carry-on for DoD executive travel. 2. System Capabilities Required for the Current Increment a. The system shall consist of three (3) integrated sub-systems 1. Main System Power i. AC power source input ii. Uninterrupted power management iii. Batteries (Optional) iv. May be split among separate modules to support integrated and external equipment as appropriate. 2. Unclassified and Core Network/Routing Section 3. Classified Network/Routing Section b. The system shall have an unclassified core routing section compatible with the DoD providing the following capabilities: 1. Include an integrated but physically separated core and unclassified router(s). 2. Core router shall support interface to Four (4) S/T BRI ISDN interfaces, providing threshold of one (1) B channel and an objective of eight (8) B channels 3. ISDN interfaces and router software should maintain compatibility with Cisco Systems Multilink PPP and CHAP authentication 4. The router software must be compatible with Cisco IPSEC implementation including AES128 and AES 256 encryption algorithms 5. Core Router shall provide a minimum of six (6) routed Ethernet ports (four (4) LAN and three (3) WAN interfaces.) i. One (1) LAN port for Unclassified router entry from INE device to Core Router ii. One (1) LAN port for Classified module entry to Core iii. Two (2) LAN ports for Auxiliary (CMS, TS) LAN input iv. Two (2) WAN port(s) for Core module access through available IP Networks v. One (1) WAN port for Core module access through available IP Networks via a Wireless Broadcom modem (Cellular) 6. Unlcassified Router shall provide a minimum of Four (4) routed Ethernet ports (three (3) LAN and one (1) WAN interface.) 7. Have the ability to build a VPN (IPSEC) connection using AES encryption through the Internet or other WAN 8. Perform DHCP server functionality on the LAN ports 9. Shall support IPv6 and IPv4 dual-stack 10. Support tagging, prioritizing, traffic shaping, and enforcing QoS policies 11. All LAN interfaces shall be 10/100Mbps Ethernet that can automatically negotiate speed and duplex characteristics with the required internal and external components. LAN connectivity may be integrated within a module or external to the router, e.g. a 10/100 Ethernet switch external to the router, but must be located inside the system case. LAN interfaces will provide IP connectivity for the following equipment: i. Voice multiplexer or VoIP device ii. (1) - IP encryption device (KG-250 or TACLNE Micro) iii. 10/100 Ethernet port for user defined equipment 12. Shall provide a voice multiplexer or VoIP device which meets the following capabilities: i. Capable of eight (8) 6.4 FNBDT secure call connections ii. Which at minimum of 64k shall provide a threshold of three; objective: six independent STE calls at 6.4 FNBDT 13. Shall provide a handset splitter capability with an integrated system phone that supports up to four (4) handsets. 14. Shall support the OMNIxi encryptor for use with integrated system phone. 15. Shall contain an internal IP acceleration device compatible with Skyx networks accelerators. This hardware/software accelerator capable of being placed on the LAN side of the unclassified router or the LAN side of the encryption device. c. The system shall have a classified routing section compatible with the DoD providing the following capabilities: 1. The router software must be compatible with Cisco IPSEC implementation including AES128 and AES 256 encryption algorithms 2. Provide a minimum of Four (4) routed Ethernet ports (three (3) LAN and one (1) WAN interface.) 3. Have the ability to build a VPN (IPSEC) connection using AES encryption through the core module. 4. Perform DHCP server functionality on the LAN ports 5. Shall support IPv6 and IPv4 dual-stack 6. Support tagging, prioritizing, traffic shaping, and enforcing QoS policies 7. All LAN interfaces shall be 10/100Mbps Ethernet that can automatically negotiate speed and duplex characteristics with the required internal and external components. LAN connectivity may be integrated within a module or external to the router, e.g. a 10/100 Ethernet switch external to the router, but must be located inside the system case. LAN interfaces will provide IP connectivity for the following equipment: i. Voice multiplexer of VoIP device ii. One (1) - IP encryption device (KG-250 or TACLNE Micro) 8. Shall provide a voice multiplexer or VoIP device which meets the following capabilities: i. Capable of four (4) 6.4 FNBDT secure call connections ii. Which at minimum of 64k shall provide a threshold of three (3); objective: four (4) independent STE calls at 6.4 FNBDT 9. Shall contain an internal IP acceleration device compatible with Skyx networks accelerators. This hardware/software accelerator capable of being placed on the LAN side of the classified router or the LAN side of the encryption device. d. The system shall provide an integrated power sub system providing the following capabilities: 1. Power supply shall provide surge protection to the system 2. A minimum of 1 1/2-hour run time on battery backup (optional) 3. Power supply shall be auto sensing/auto switching 100 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz on the Input 4. Shall provide power to all internal and the following external components: i. (1) OMNIxi Voice encryptor AND ii. (2) KG-250 IP encryptor(s) (3.3VDC & 5.0 VDC, +10/0 %) Or iii. (2) TACLANE Micro IP encryptor(s) (<30 Watts) 5. The system shall include two (2) convenience outlets capable of supporting a combined 110 volt 15 amp load. The outlets shall be separate and independent from the systems internal power supply and battery back-up; and are only operational when the system is connected to an external power source. The outlets shall have a 110v 15a fuse or breaker separating them from the systems power supply e. The system shall have mounting provisions to mechanically secure the following items: 1. Two (2) KG-250 or Two (2) TACLANE Micro with the status indicators and fill port facing the system operator f. The system shall not exceed 24"w x 24?d X 12?h in size. Not including the external shipping container or encryption devices and accessories. The objective system would not exceed 24? w X 24?d X 12? h with encryption devices mounted. The threshold is 24? w X 24?d X 16? with encryption devices mounted and secured to the system. g. The system shall not exceed one hundred (100) pounds. 1. The objective weight limit is less than seventy (70) pounds. The threshold requirement is less than one hundred (100) pounds. 2. The system weight limit shall not include any external shipping container for transporting the DoD mini-kit. 3. The system weight limit shall not include any encryption devices or accessories. 4. The system weight limit shall include all internal components. h. The system shall include an exterior mechanism to support the system being secured in an aircraft seat during all phases of flight. i. The system shall provide for the removal and remote operation of the KG-250 or TACLANE Micro in a secure environment j. Each system shall be accompanied by the following documentation: 1. Quick Start /Check-off sheet i. Two sided laminated sheet to be stored along with an electronic copy on CD in provided sleeve of transport bag ii. Will have basic block diagram showing internal components iii. Will have a check-off list for communicator reference of normal operating indications and control panel identification/definitions 2. Operations and Maintenance manual i. Will include the above mentioned Quick start guide with more detailed information ii. Include a subset of appropriate COTS operational documents (Cisco, MultiTech, Voice or VoIP, Skyx, Power Monitor) iii. Identify key PINS for the appropriate lowest replaceable units for field repair iv. Warranty and support information v. RMA process k. Each system will be required to include maintenance support in the event of field failure. The system would require 24x7x365 telephonic technical support and 24 hour replacement support of a broken system. 3. Responses should be included for a device that could be manufactured and testing within 60 days from an awarded contract. Again this is an RFI and NOT and RFQ.
- Place of Performance
- Address: 203 W. Losey St, Scott AFB, IL
- Zip Code: 62225
- Country: UNITED STATES
- Zip Code: 62225
- Record
- SN01337251-W 20070711/070709221157 (fbodaily.com)
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