Aviation Applied Technology Dir., ATTN: AMSAT-R-TC, Fort Eustis, VA 23604-5577

K -- REMOTE MONITORING FOR THE FLEXIBLE ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (FEDS) SOL DAAJ02-96-R-0008 DUE 061496 POC Vickie Jordan, Contract Specialist, (804) 878-4818 / John H. Barbie, Contracting Officer, (804) 878-2900. The Aviation Applied Technology Directorate (AATD) proposes to negotiate a product improvement program entitled ''Remote Monitoring for the Flexible Engine Diagnostic System (FEDS),'' on a noncompetitive basis with Howell Instruments, Inc., Fort Worth, TX. The FEDS is already equipped with a Howell Instruments' Automatic Engine Data Acquisition Test System (AEDATS), which allows for the recording and reduction of data, and the display and correction of engine parameters. With remote monitoring capabilities, the FEDS engineer shall provide updates to the fields and assist the field in troubleshooting engine and test system problems. The AEDATS hardware is capable of providing remote monitoring and communications functions. However, the software is currently not available for these functions. The objective of this effort is to program and upgrade the existing software necessary to provide a remote monitoring and communication capability for the FEDS. Also, as an option, Howell Instruments, Inc. shall be asked to develop an Automated log book for the FEDS. The automated log book will track and record maintenance actions and store a record of the calibration. Howell Instruments, Inc., is the only available source; however, all responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered. Requests for this solicitation must be submitted in writing to the above address. Requests received by other means will not be honored. Requests from U.S. firms must include business size. See Numbered Note(s): 22, 26. (0121)

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