A -- A-OPTIMIZED ARRAY FOR SPACE-BACKGROUND INFRARED SIMULATION (OASIS)

Notice Date

October 30, 2001

Contracting Office

Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, AFRL -- Eglin Research Site, 101 West Eglin Blvd Suite 337, Eglin AFB, FL, 32542-6810

ZIP Code

32542-6810

Solicitation Number

MNK-02-0003

Response Due

November 19, 2001

Point of Contact

Vicki Keider, Conracting Officer, Phone (850)882-4294 ext. 3404, Fax (850)882-9599, Email keider@eglin.af.mil -- Vicki Keider, Conracting Officer, Phone (850)882-4294 ext. 3404, Fax (850)882-9599, Email keider@eglin.af.mil

Description

Research and development sources are sought for development of an Optimized Array for Space-background Infrared Simulation (OASIS) program that will increase the current state-of-the-art in resistive array infrared scene projector technology. The focus of this program is to develop optimal radiometric output from the infrared scene projector in a cryogenic/vacuum environment. Through research and development programs such as the Wideband Infrared Scene Projector (WISP) program, resistive array infrared scene projector technology has demonstrated such desirable qualities as broad spectral emission, flickerless images, high frame rates, and large dynamic ranges. Although resistor array infrared scene projector technology has greatly matured under the WISP program there are areas in which additional development is required to meet certain cryogenic operational needs of the hardware-in-the-loop evaluation community. One of these facilities, the Kinetic Kill Vehicle Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulator (KHILS) at Eglin, is designed to support various current and future Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) guided interceptor hardware development programs. This closed-loop simulator facility evaluates advanced state-of-the-art seeker and control system performance under varying mission scenarios. Because of the rapid evolution of sensor and signal processor technologies, it is imperative that related simulation technologies keep pace with the advances in guided interceptor technology. Specific developmental areas to be addressed for cryogenic optimization under this program include: (1) Optimizing the emitter material, on-chip electronics and other design features to optimize increased radiometric output under cryogenic/vacuum environmental conditions. (2) Snapshot array updating, (3) High framing rates (200 frames per second), (4) Minimization of scene droop, (5) Maximization of array fabrication yield, (6) Flexible design (array/packaging) for room temperature checkout/integration/operation as well as low temperature operation, (7) Programmable frame windowing (addressing reduced portion of array), (8) Programmable multiplexing of the number of control lines (user can trade between data rate and cost of drive electronics), and (9) High spatial resolution (512x512 & 1024x1024). The Government will be responsible for annealing, system installation, and characterization of all delivered arrays. The period of performance for this effort is anticipated to be thirty-nine (39) months. This would include a 6 month dual design effort to develop two 512 by 512 designs (one emphasizing a conservative design approach and the other an aggressive design approach); 12 months to manufacture, package, and test both 512 by 512 designs; and 21 months for design, development and test a 1024 by 1024 array based upon the best performing previous design. We anticipate making a single contract award for OASIS using the Program Research and Development Announcement (PRDA) solicitation process in accordance with AFMCFARS 5335.90. Access and storage of classified materials is not required for this program. A pre-solicitation conference will not be held. Firms interested in this effort must respond with a complete capability/qualifications package, in accordance with Numbered Note 25, describing the company?s technical expertise and experience to accomplish the work described above. Responses submitted should be in one copy only and must be received within 15 days from the date of publication. Responses should be sent to AFRL/MNK, 101 W. Eglin Blvd, Ste 337, Eglin AFB, FL 32542-6810, Attn: Dona Dowdy-Merchant, e-mail: dona.dowdy-merchant@eglin.af.mil. Any non-technical and/or contractual questions should be referred to the above individual at (850) 882-4294 ext 3408. Technical questions may be directed to AFRL/MNGG, George Goldsmith, (850) 882-4446, ext 2271, e-mail: george.goldsmith@eglin.af.mil. An Ombudsman has been appointed to address concerns from offerors or potential offerors during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. The Ombudsman does not diminish the authority of the program director or Contracting Officer, but communicates Contractor concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations to the appropriate Government personnel. When requested, the Ombudsman shall maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The Ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals or in the source selection process. Matters of a routine or administrative nature concerning this acquisition should not be addressed to the Ombudsman but rather to the Contracting Officer, Contract Specialist, or the Program Manager identified herein. For any other concerns, interested parties may contact AFRL/MN?s Ombudsman, Lt Col Mary T. Quinn, at (850) 882-4294 ext. 3420 or e-mail: mary.quinn@eglin.af.mil. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute an IFB or RFP and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Firms responding to this synopsis should state whether they are or are not a small business concern as defined by NAICS code 541710 with a size standard of 500 employees. This requirement may be pursued sole source if Air Force determines that only one source is capable of satisfying requirements. See Notes 25 and 26. VICKI KEIDER Contracting Officer Munitions Directorate

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Record

Loren Data Corp. 20011101/ASOL011.HTM (D-303 SN5118Y6)