SOURCES SOUGHT
66 -- RF Vector Signal Generator
- Notice Date
- 4/13/2017
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 334515
— Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Navy, Naval Air Systems Command, Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Lakehurst, Contracts Department, Hwy. 547 Attn:B562-3C, Lakehurst, New Jersey, 08733-5083
- ZIP Code
- 08733-5083
- Solicitation Number
- N68335-17-RFI-0221
- Archive Date
- 5/12/2017
- Point of Contact
- Robert A. Megill, Phone: 7323237627, Maria Wells, Phone: 732-323-4667
- E-Mail Address
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Robert.Megill@navy.mil, maria.wells@navy.mil
(Robert.Megill@navy.mil, maria.wells@navy.mil)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Description: This is a Request for Information (RFI). There is currently no solicitation package available. The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Metrology and Calibration (METCAL) program is requesting information, comments, and questions regarding interest in a commercial or modified commercial remotely programmable, via GPIB IEEE-488 interface, RF Vector Signal Generator (RFVSG) solution that is capable of providing: CW, analog, and digital modulation signals. The RFVSG will be used on shipboard and shore-based facilities and will be subjected to operational conditions aboard both military and commercial land, sea, and air vehicles during periods of operation, transportation, and storage. Comments regarding a solution (commercial or modified commercial) that may deviate slightly from the weight and size requirement should be included as well as details of existing products that may be able to be modified to meet the specification. The government's specific interests are as follows: •- Interested companies who may have a single box solution commercially available. When responding to this configuration, please provide, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Part Number (P/N), general product information. •- Interested companies who have an existing single box capable of being modified to meet the specification as listed below. When responding to this configuration, please provide, OEM P/N, general product information on what the baseline model would be. NOTE: The government is not interested in a full developmental solution at this time. Please forward any comments, questions, and concerns regarding the specification or general interest information to: Robert Megill, Contract Specialist (732) 323-7627 All corporate and proprietary information should be so marked and will be fully protected to the extent allowed. This RFI is for planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a request for proposal or as an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any follow-on acquisitions. Information should be submitted within 30 days of the publication date of this RFI. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this RFI or otherwise pay for the information solicited. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of submission of responses to this RFI and Government use of such information. This RFI does not constitute the solicitation of proposals. Responders to this RFI may be requested to provide additional details/information based on their initial submittals. Questions and submissions may be submitted by email to Robert.Megill@navy.mil. Technical Specifications: •1 SCOPE •1.1 Scope. This specification defines the minimal mechanical, electrical, and electronic characteristics and performance requirements for a RF Vector Signal Generator which is IEEE-488 GPIB compatible. This equipment is intended for use by Navy personnel in shipboard and shore-based laboratories and by other DOD personnel in secondary calibration laboratories, to calibrate Radio Detecting and Ranging (RADAR) test sets, Tactical Navigation (TACAN) test sets, Identification, Friend or Foe (IFF) test sets, and Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) equipment such as modulation analyzers. For the purpose of this specification, the RF Vector Signal Generator shall be referred to herein as the RFVSG. •2 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS DFARS Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement MIL-PRF-39012 Connectors, Coaxial, Radio Frequency, General Specification for MIL-STD-130 Identification Marking of U.S. Military Property IEC/EN 61326-1 Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use - EMC Requirements IEC/EN 61010-1 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use •3 REQUIREMENTS •3.1 Electrical Power Sources and Connections. The RFVSG electrical power sources and connections shall be as specified in 3.1.1 through 3.1.4. 3.1.1 Electrical Power Sources. The RFVSG shall operate from a source of 103.5V to 126.5V at 50Hz and 60Hz ± 5% single-phase input power. 3.1.2 Power Consumption. The RFVSG maximum power for operation shall not exceed 300 W. 3.1.3 Lithium Batteries. Commercial UL approved equipment that contains lithium batteries (size double A or button cell type) used for memory backup are approved for use under a general blanket approval waiver. Lithium or re-chargeable batteries larger than the type specified above would require a separate approval. Tadiran liquid cathode batteries, SO2 (sulfur dioxide) batteries or lithium vinyl chloride "liquid cathode" batteries are strictly prohibited. For the purpose of this specification, a lithium button-type battery as described above is approved. 3.1.4 Electrical Power Connections. The RFVSG shall be provided with a 6 foot (1.8m) minimum length detachable power cable, which can be connected or disconnected without disassembly or removal of adjacent components. •3.2 Stacking Provisions. RFVSG enclosure shall have a geometric configuration that permits stacking without harm to the enclosure or its contents. Design shall permit the stacking of two RFVSGs minimum. •3.3 Maximum Dimensions. The maximum dimensions (excluding handles) of the RFVSG shall not exceed 18.5 inches (470 mm) in width, 14 inches (356 mm) in height, and 24 inches (610 mm) in depth. The system shall be able to be placed on a work area where depth of a workbench is 30 inches, 24 inches allows the unit to be placed on a bench facing a technician with at least 6 inches clearance behind for heat dissipation. •3.4 Weight. The maximum weight of the RFVSG shall not exceed 50 pounds (22.7 kg). The equipment shall be designed to preclude tipping during normal handling and operation •3.5 Connections and Controls. The RFVSG RF output connector and operating controls shall be located on the instrument front panel. The external frequency reference input and frequency reference output connectors shall be located on the rear panel. All remaining connectors can be located on the front or rear panel. •3.6 Handles. The RFVSG shall be provided with handles if the height exceeds 3.5 inches (89 mm) which is equivalent to 2 rack units. Number and location shall be such that the load distribution per handle shall not exceed 44 pounds (20 kg). •3.7 Warm-up. Equipment warm up shall be completed within a 1 hour period, preceded by a minimum 5 hour operating temperature storage or as specified in an applicable specified test method. •3.8 Temperature and Humidity. The RFVSG shall meet the conditions below: TEMPERATURE ( ° C) RELATIVE HUMIDITY (%) Operating 10 to 30 5 to 95 ± 5 Operating 30 to 40 5 to 75 ± 5 Non-Operating -40 to 70 Not Controlled •3.9 Fungus Resistance. The RFVSG shall be inherently fungus inert without the use of organic components that would promote such growth. •3.10 Electromagnetic Compatibility. The RFVSG EMC certification must be in accordance with IEC/EN 61326-1 or equivalent standards. Proof of certification is required. No additional requirements are invoked for EMC. •3.11 Safety. The RFVSG shall comply with the safety requirements of IEC/EN 61010-1. •3.12 Marking and Identification. The RFVSG shall be marked and identified in accordance with paragraphs 3.12.1 and 3.12.6 below. 3.12.1 Equipment Identification. The RFVSG equipment identification shall include, at a minimum: manufacturer, FSCM/CAGE number, model number including installed items at the time of purchase, nomenclature, and serial number. 3.12.2 Option Identification. The RFVSG shall be capable of displaying the list of options installed on the front panel display upon operator command. 3.12.3 Firmware Identification. The RFVSG shall be capable of displaying the firmware version on the front panel display upon operator command. 3.12.4 Calibration Label. The contractor shall affix a calibration label to each RFVSG specifying the date that the instrument was calibrated. The government reserves the right to incorporate a government-approved calibration interval (next date due) that may be different from the manufacturer-recommended interval. This will not impose any additional liability on the manufacturer. 3.12.5 Warranty Label. The contractor shall affix a warranty label to each RFVSG specifying instrument model number, nomenclature, manufacturer, FSCM/CAGE number, contract number, and warranty expiration date. 3.12.6 Item Unique Identification. The contractor shall affix a IUID label complying to the requirements of DFARS •3.13 Calibration Interval. The RFVSG manufacturer shall substantiate the calibration interval by providing the statistical data used to derive the interval. •3.14 Maintainability. The RFVSG design shall permit isolation of faults, and repair down to the modular level (circuit card and sub-assembly level). •3.15 Performance. Performance requirements for the RFVSG shall be in accordance with the sub-paragraphs below. These requirements comprise the full performance requirement for the RFVSG. All performance specifications shall apply with a laboratory temperature of 15 to 30 ° C and a relative humidity of 20 to 60%. Where applicable, specifications should be stated with a coverage factor k=2 producing an interval having a level of confidence of approximately 95%. 3.15.1 RF Output Frequency Range. The RFVSG shall have a frequency range of 9 kHz to 3 GHz. 3.15.2 RF Output Frequency Accuracy. The RFVSG shall have a frequency accuracy of ± 0.15 ppm. 3.15.3 RF Output Frequency Resolution. The RFVSG shall have a frequency resolution of 0.01 Hz. 3.15.4 RF Output Amplitude Units. The RFVSG shall have amplitude units settable in mV rms or dBm. 3.15.5 RF Output Settable Amplitude Range. The RFVSG shall have a settable amplitude range of -140 to +22 dBm. 3.15.6 RF Output Maximum CW Amplitude. The RFVSG shall have a maximum CW amplitude of at least the following. MAximum Amplitude Carrier Frequency +16 dBm 9 kHz to 10 MHz +22 dBm >10 MHz to 2 GHz +18 dBm >2 GHz to 3 GHz 3.15.7 RF Output CW Amplitude Accuracy. The RFVSG shall have a CW amplitude accuracy as follows. Amplitude ACCURACY Carrier Frequency Amplitude ± 1.5 dB 9 kHz to 100 kHz -110 to Max dBm ± 1.0 dB >100 kHz to 2 GHz -110 to Max dBm ± 1.5 dB >2 GHz to 3 GHz -110 to Max dBm 3.15.8 RF Output CW Amplitude Resolution. The RFVSG shall have a CW amplitude resolution of 0.01 dB. 3.15.9 RF Output SWR. The RFVSG shall have a output SWR meeting the following specifications. OUTPUT SWR Carrier Frequency Amplitude <1.5 10 MHz to 1.3 GHz £ 0 dBm <1.7 >1.3 GHz to 3 GHz £ 0 dBm <2.0 10 MHz to 3 GHz >0 dBm 3.15.10 RF Output CW Harmonic Level. The RFVSG shall have a harmonic level of <-30 dBc at a carrier frequency range of 1 MHz to 3 GHz and an amplitude setting of +10 dBm. 3.15.11 RF Output CW Subharmonic Level. The RFVSG shall have a subharmonic level of <-60 dBc at a carrier frequency range of 9 kHz to 3 GHz and an amplitude setting of +10 dBm. 3.15.12 RF Output CW Nonharmonic Level. The RFVSG shall have a nonharmonic level of <-60 dBc @>10 kHz offset and a carrier frequency range of 9 kHz to 3 GHz and an amplitude setting of +10 dBm. 3.15.13 RF Output CW SSB Phase Noise. The RFVSG shall have a CW SSB phase noise as follows. SSB Phase Noise Carrier Frequency Amplitude -93 dBc/Hz @ 100 Hz 500 to 700 MHz +10 dBm -121 dBc/Hz @ 1 kHz 500 to 700 MHz +10 dBm -133 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz 500 to 700 MHz +10 dBm -133 dBc/Hz @ 100 kHz 500 to 700 MHz +10 dBm -135 dBc/Hz @ 1 MHz 500 to 700 MHz +10 dBm 3.15.14 RF Output CW Residual AM. The RFVSG shall have a CW residual AM of <0.005% rms with a carrier frequency range from 300 kHz to 3 GHz, an amplitude setting of 0 dBm, and a post detection bandwidth of 3 kHz. 3.15.15 RF Output CW Residual FM. The RFVSG shall have a CW residual FM as follows. The post detection bandwidth is 3 kHz. RESIDUAL FM Carrier Frequency Amplitude <0.5 Hz rms 300 kHz and 600 MHz 0 dBm <1.25 Hz rms 3 GHz 0 dBm 3.15.16 RF Output CW Residual Φ M. The RFVSG shall have a CW residual Φ M of <0.01 rad rms with a carrier frequency 1 GHz, an amplitude setting of 10 dBm, and a post detection bandwidth of 3 kHz. 3.15.17 Internal Analog Modulation Generator. The RFVSG shall have two built-in modulation generators capable of providing sine wave and square wave modulation functions for all analog (AM, FM, and Φ M) modulation types. 3.15.18 AM Rate. The RFVSG shall have a 3 dB BW AM rate of DC/10 Hz to 50 kHz at a carrier frequency range of 10 MHz to 3 GHz and an amplitude setting of +10 dBm. The AM depth setting is 30%. 3.15.19 AM Depth Setting. The RFVSG shall have an AM depth setting range from 0 to 100% at a carrier frequency range of 10 MHz to 3 GHz and an amplitude setting of +10 dBm. 3.15.20 AM Depth Accuracy. The RFVSG shall have an AM depth accuracy of ± 5% of setting +1% at a carrier frequency range of 10 MHz to 3 GHz and an amplitude setting of +10 dBm. The AM rate is 1 kHz and the AM depth is ≤ 80%. 3.15.21 AM Depth Resolution. The RFVSG shall have an AM depth resolution of 0.1%. 3.15.22 AM Total Harmonic Distortion. The RFVSG shall have an AM total harmonic distortion of <3% at a carrier frequency range of 10 MHz to 3 GHz and an amplitude setting of +10 dBm. The AM rate is 1 kHz and the AM depth is 30 and 80%. The post detection bandwidth is 300 Hz to 3 kHz. 3.15.23 FM Rate. The RFVSG shall have a 3 dB BW FM rate of DC/10 Hz to 200 kHz at a carrier frequency range of 10 MHz to 3 GHz. 3.15.24 FM Deviation Setting. The RFVSG shall have an FM deviation setting range from 0 to 200 kHz at a carrier frequency range of 10 MHz to 3 GHz. FM rate 0.4 to 10 kHz with a 200 kHz deviation. 3.15.25 FM Deviation Accuracy. The RFVSG shall have an FM deviation accuracy of ± 2% of setting +20 Hz with a carrier frequency of 50 MHz. The FM rate is 1 kHz and the FM deviation is 50 kHz. Post detection bandwidth is 300 Hz to 3 kHz. 3.15.26 FM Deviation Resolution. The RFVSG shall have an FM deviation resolution of 0.1% of FM deviation or 1 Hz whichever is larger. 3.15.27 FM Distortion. The RFVSG shall have an FM distortion of <1% with a carrier frequency of 100 MHz. The FM rate is 1 kHz and the FM deviation is 50 kHz. Post detection bandwidth is 300 Hz to 3 kHz. 3.15.28 Incidental AM. The RFVSG shall have an incidental AM specification of <0.1% ± peak/2 with a carrier frequency 600 MHz and an amplitude of 0 dBm. The FM rate is 1 kHz and the FM deviation is 50 kHz. Post detection bandwidth is 300 Hz to 3 kHz. 3.15.29 Φ M Rate. The RFVSG shall have a 3 dB BW Φ M rate of DC/10 Hz to 10 kHz at a carrier frequency range of 10 MHz to 3 GHz. 3.15.30 Φ M Deviation Setting. The RFVSG shall have a Φ M deviation setting range from 0 to 2 rad at a carrier frequency range of 100 MHz. 3.15.31 Φ M Deviation Accuracy. The RFVSG shall have a Φ M deviation accuracy of ± 2% of setting +0.01 rad with a carrier frequency of 100 MHz. The Φ M rate is 1 kHz and the Φ M deviation is 1 rad. Post detection bandwidth is 300 Hz to 3 kHz. 3.15.32 Φ M Deviation Resolution. The RFVSG shall have a Φ M deviation resolution of 0.1% of Φ M deviation. 3.15.33 Internal I/Q Modulation Generator. The RFVSG shall have a built-in baseband I/Q modulation generator with a bandwidth up to 80 MHz. 3.15.34 External I/Q Modulation. The RFVSG shall have external I/Q modulation capability with a bandwidth up to 80 MHz. 3.15.35 Avionics Modulation Generator. The RFVSG shall have built-in baseband avionics modulation generator capable of providing VOR, ILS, and TACAN. 3.15.36 Internal Pulse Modulation Generator. The RFVSG shall have a built-in pulse modulation generator capable of providing single pulse modulation. 3.15.37 Pulse Repetition Rate. The RFVSG shall have a pulse repetition rate of 10 MHz. 3.15.38 Pulse Width Range. The RFVSG shall have a pulse width range of 50 ns to 1 s. 3.15.39 Pulse Rise/Fall Times. The RFVSG shall have pulse rise/fall times <10 ns at a carrier frequency range of 500 MHz to 3 GHz. 3.15.40 External Pulse Input to RF Output Delay. The RFVSG shall have external pulse input to RF output delay of <100 ns. 3.15.41 Pulse On/Off Ratio. The RFVSG shall have a pulse on/off ratio of >80 dB. 3.15.42 RF Output. The RFVSG shall have an RF output connector shall be type N(f) and have a nominal output impedance of 50 W. The RF output connector shall be located on the RFVSG front panel. The RF output connector shall have a maximum reverse power specification of at least 25 W with a carrier frequency of ≤2 GHz and at least 20 W with a carrier frequency of > 2 GHz. The RF output connector shall have a maximum reverse DC voltage specification of at least 50 V dc. 3.15.43 External Analog Modulation Input. The RFVSG shall have an external analog (AM, FM, and Φ M) modulation input connector for use with an external modulation source such as a function generator. The input coupling shall be selectable and have an AC and DC setting. The external analog (AM, FM, and Φ M) modulation input connector shall be type BNC(f) and have a nominal input impedance of 600 W and/or >100 k W. The connectors can be located on either the front or rear panel of the RFVSG. Sensitivity shall be +1 V pk for indicated value. Input damage level shall be ± 5 V dc max from a 50 W source. 3.15.44 External I/Q Modulation Inputs. The RFVSG shall have external I/Q modulation input connectors for use with an external modulation source such as an arbitrary waveform generator. The external I/Q modulation input connectors shall be type BNC(f) and have a nominal input impedance of 50 W. The connectors can be located on either the front or rear panel of the RFVSG. The nominal input full scale drive shall be 0.5 V. Input damage level shall be ± 5 V dc max from a 50 W source. 3.15.45 External Pulse Modulation Input. The RFVSG shall have an external pulse modulation input connector for use with an external modulation source such as a pulse generator. The external pulse modulation input connector shall be type BNC(f) and have a nominal input impedance of 50 W. The connector can be located on either the front or rear panel of the RFVSG. The input logic levels shall be TTL compatible. 3.15.46 External Frequency Reference Input. The RFVSG shall have an external frequency reference input connector on the rear panel. The external frequency reference input connector shall be type BNC(f) and have a nominal input impedance of 50 W. The external reference shall lock to a 10 MHz ± 1.0 ppm sine or square waveform. 3.15.47 Frequency Reference Output. The RFVSG shall have a frequency reference output connector on the rear panel. The frequency reference output connector shall be type BNC(f). The output frequency shall be 10 MHz. 3.15.48 Calibration Data. The RFVSG shall be supplied with calibration measurement results data for each of the RFVSGs supplied. 3.15.49 Digitial Interface. The RFVSG shall provide an ANSI/IEEE-STD-488 interface and a LAN interface that conforms to the LXI standard. 3.15.50 Remote Programming Requirements. The RFVSG shall have all modes, functions, inputs, and outputs remotely programmable over the digital interfaces specified in 3.15.49, using the command syntax in compliance with the specifications of Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments (SCPI). 3.15.51 Local and Remote Modes. The RFVSG shall go into remote mode upon receiving any remote command. During this state, operation through the front panel shall be disabled. The RFVSG shall be reset to manual mode from the front panel, and also via a remote command. When switching from remote to local mode, all parameter values shall remain unchanged. 3.15.52 Calibration/Repair Site. The RFVSG manufacturer calibration and repair facilities/support shall be located within the continental United States. 3.15.53 Security. The RFVSG design shall prevent the user from inadvertently making changes that could result in an incorrect measurement decision or a requirement to perform unscheduled maintenance. Design shall include a security feature which prevents the user from accidentally formatting the internal hard drive, erasing and/or modifying calibration constants or factors. 3.15.54 Reliability. The design of the RFVSG shall be such that within 95% statistical certainty no equipment failures shall occur within at least 1500 hours of operation under normal laboratory conditions. 3.15.55 Preventative Maintenance. Preventive maintenance shall not require more than 15 minutes per 30-day period. Preventive maintenance shall not require breaking of the RFVSG seams where calibrations seals would normally be placed. 3.15.56 Maintenance Provisions. The RFVSG shall be designed to ensure that any necessary maintenance access can be accomplished utilizing ordinary tools. The RFVSG shall be constructed so that no damage to any component shall occur and no permanent distortion to any structural member shall be caused during maintenance and calibration. 3.15.57 Calibration (Performance Verification). The RFVSG performance verification shall be accomplished with existing Navy calibration standards. The performance verification process shall not require the use of an external controller, proprietary software, or other proprietary equipment or test fixtures. 3.15.58 Calibration Interval. The minimum interval between calibrations for the RFVSG shall be 12 months. At the end of this interval, a minimum of 85 percent of the units shall remain in tolerance.
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