Attachment 0001 - PWS - NGT II - 12 Jun 25 V2.1 DRAFT.pdf

Next Generation Transponder (NGT)-II

W519TC-25-R-NGT2

ATTACHMENT #1

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

Version 2.1

12 June 2025

Revision Log Date Revision # Changes

10 Feb 2025 1.0 PWS Finalized 4 June 2025 2.0 Removed TES

12 June 2025 2.1 Various areas due to Vendor Comments and Government Updates

1. General Scope

1.1 Product Lead Logistics Information Systems

1.2 NGT Acquisition

1.2.1 Objectives

1.2.2 Use and Application

1.2.3 World-Wide Geographic Support

2. Applicable Documents, Definitions, and Acronyms

2.1 Applicable Documents

2.2 Definitions

2.3 Acronyms

3. Government Standards and Compliance

3.1 Item Unique Identification (IUID)

3.2 Defense Information Standards Registry

3.3 Government Testing/Certifications

3.3.1 Electromagnetic Interference and Environment

3.3.2 Ordnance Environment

3.3.3 Common Criteria Compliance Requirements

3.4 Spectrum Supportability Compliance

3.5 DOD’s Approved Product List

3.6 Operating Environments

3.7 Cybersecurity Requirements

3.8 Wireless Device Security Requirements

4. Transponder and Data Requirements

4.1 Transponders with Cellular Capabilities

4.2 Transponders with Satellite Capabilities

4.3 Labels

4.3.1 Hero Label

4.4 Color

4.5 Size

4.6 Mounting

4.7 Power Requirements

4.8 Transponder Data

4.8.1 Exchange

4.8.2 Data Rights

4.8.3 Reporting

4.9 Equipment Delivery

5. Program Support

5.1 Points of Contact(s)

5.2 Program Management

5.3 User Guide

5.4 24/7 Service Desk

5.5 Website

5.6 Warranty

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7. Contract

7.1 Exhibits

7.2.1 Project Progress Reviews (PPR)

7.3 Contract Changes and Modifications

7.3.2.1 CCP NUMBERING CONVENTION

7.3.2.2 CCP RESPONSE TIME

8. ANTI-TERRORISM / OPERATIONS SECURITY (AT/OPSEC) REQUIREMENTS

8.1 OPSEC Standing Operating Procedure/Plan

8.2 OPSEC Training

1. General Scope

1.1 Product Lead Logistics Information Systems

The Product Lead Logistics Information Systems (PL LIS) mission is to provide support for automated military transportation and tactical supply systems after they are deployed.

Specifically, PL LIS oversees Standard Army Ammunition System (SAAS), Radio Frequency- In-Transit Visibility (RF-ITV), Transportation Coordinators' Automated Information for Movements System II (TC-AIMS II), Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE). As the chartered acquisition manager, PL LIS is responsible for managing legacy logistics and transportation information systems, ensuring they operate effectively as defense business systems.

The Radio Frequency-In-Transit Visibility (RF-ITV) system plays a crucial role in providing tracking and visibility of military shipments and supplies, combining data from Active Radio Frequency Identification (aRFID), cellular, and satellite tracking devices, as well as other DoD systems, to give a comprehensive picture of materiel and transportation movements.

1.2 NGT Acquisition

1.2.1 Objectives

The primary objectives of the NGT-II acquisition are to provide cutting-edge cellular, satellite, and hybrid tracking technologies, as well as comprehensive support services, to meet the global logistics needs of the Department of Defense (DOD), US Coast Guard (USCG), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and other federal agencies. The goal is to standardize and ensure interoperability among government users, while also providing flexibility to support joint operations with allied partners and meet Foreign Military Sales (FMS) requirements, ultimately enhancing logistics support and coordination worldwide.

1.2.2 Use and Application

The Government plans to utilize NGT-II technology in applications that surpass the capabilities of traditional technologies like bar codes and Radio Frequency Identification. To achieve this, NGT-II transponders will be attached to assets or objects of interest, enabling the capture and transmission of various data sets, which will then be stored and processed according to the specifications outlined in the Performance Work Statement

(PWS).

The anticipated applications of NGT-II are diverse and include, but are not limited to, tracking government assets, managing inventory and warehousing, and monitoring military transportation and logistics. Other uses could include handling perishable goods, such as medical supplies and food, as well as hazardous materials, controlling military convoys, and providing health and intrusion monitoring through advanced sensor technologies. These applications highlight the versatility and potential of NGT-II to support a wide range of critical functions.

1.2.3 World-Wide Geographic Support

The Government needs NGT-II equipment that can be used worldwide, and the Contractor is expected to provide comprehensive support, including NGT-II hardware, communication data services, warranty, and Program Support, to all six geographic combatant commands: USNORTHCOM, USINDOPACOM, USCENTCOM, USEUCOM, USSOUTHCOM, and USAFRICOM.

2. Applicable Documents, Definitions, and Acronyms

2.1 Applicable Documents

The Contractor is required to adhere to specific standards and Government guidelines, including all updates, revisions, and modifications to these documents, as applicable, to ensure compliance with the latest regulations and requirements.

• American National Standard Institute (ANSI) InterNational Committee for

Information Technology Standards (INCITS) 256-2001: ANSI INCITS 256-2001 for Information Technology Radion Frequency Identification (RFID)

• Army Regulation (AR) 25-2: Information Management: Army Cyber Security, Headquarters, Department of the Army, Washington DC, 4 April 2019

• AR 381-12: Military Intelligence, Threat Awareness and Reporting Program, Headquarters, Department of the Army, Washington DC, 1 June 2016

• AR 530-1: Operations and Signal Security, Operations Security, Headquarters, Department of the Army, Washington DC, 26 September 2014

• Army Best Business Practice 09-EC-M-0010: United States Army Chief Information Officer (CIO)/G-6 Cyber Directorate, Information Assurance Best Business Practice, 09-EC-M-0010, Wireless Security Standards, version 4.0, 26 June 2013

• DD Form 1494: Application for Equipment Frequency Allocation, Aug 96, Includes DD 1494 Forms and Instructions for: DOD General Information; Transmitter Equipment Characteristics; Receiver Equipment Characteristics; Antenna Equipment Characteristics; and NTIA General Information

• Department of Defense Directive (DODD) 5000.1: The Defense Acquisition System, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, 9 September

• DODD 8100.02: Use of Commercial Wireless Devices, Services, and Technologies in the DOD GIG, April 14, 2004

• DoDD 8140.01: Cyberspace Workforce Management, Office of the DoD Chief Information Officer, 5 October 2020

• Department of Defense Instruction (DODI) 4650.01: Policy and Procedures for Management and Use of the Electromagnetic Spectrum, 9 January 2009, Incorporating Change 1, 17 October 2017

• DODI 8100.04: Unified Capabilities (UC), 9 December 2010

• DODI 8420.01: Commercial Wireless Local-Area Network (WLAN) Devices, Systems, and Technologies, Office of the Chief Information Officer of the Department of Defense, 3 November 2017

• DODI 8420.02: DOD Satellite Communications (SATCOM), September 15, 2016.

• DODI 8500.01: Cybersecurity, March 14, 2014 (Incorporating Change 1, Effective

October 7, 2019).

• DODI 8510.01: Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD Systems, Office of the DoD Chief Information Officer, 19 July 2022

• Department of Defense Manual (DODM) 8140.03: Cyberspace Workforce

Qualification and Management Program, 15 February 2023

• DoD UC Approved Products List (APL) Process Guide V2.4, dated December

• Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) 252.211-7003: DFAR

Supplement 252.211-7003 Item Unique Identification and Valuation

• DFAR 252.239.7001: DFAR Supplement 252.239.7001, Information Assurance

Contractor Training and Certification, Jan 2008

• Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standard 802.11: IEEE Standard for Information technology. Telecommunications and information exchange between systems Local and metropolitan area networks--Specific requirements - Part 11: Wireless LAN Medium Access Control (MAC) and Physical Layer (PHY) Specifications

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.204-2: Security Requirements Clause, Part 52 - Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses, Federal Acquisition Regulation, March

• International Organization for Standardization (ISO)/IEC 15963:2020:

ISO/IEC 15963-2 Information Technology Radion Frequency Identification for Item Management, 2020-03

• ISO/IEC 18000-7: ISO/IEC 18000-7 Information Technology Radio Frequency Identification for Item Management, 1 Sep 2014

• Military Standard (MIL-STD) 461D: Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Emissions and Susceptibility, Defense Technical Information Center, 11 January 1993

• MIL-STD-461F: DoD Interface Standard, Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment, 10 December 2007

• MIL-STD-462D: DoD Test Method Standard for Measurement of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics, 11 January 1993

• MIL-STD-464A: DoD Interface Standard, Electromagnetic Environmental Effects Requirements for Systems, 19 December 2002

• National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-71:

Recommendation for Key Establishment Using Symmetric Block Ciphers, National Institute of Standards and Technology, U.S. Department of Commerce, June 2018

• NIST 800-53 Revision 4: Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations, April 2013 (Updated January 22, 2015).

• NIST Federal Information Processing Standards Publication 140-3: Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules, March 22, 2019.

• Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A-130, Revised (Transmittal Memorandum No. 4): Management of Federal Information Resources – Appendix III, Security of Federal Automated Information Resources, 28 November 2000.

• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

• Section 255 of the Communications Act

As part of the contract, the Contractor is allowed to propose alternative or additional standards that meet or exceed the requirements, at no extra cost to the Government. The Contractor is also responsible for ensuring that the devices and systems provided comply with any updates or changes to the security standards and documents, and must make necessary configuration changes, such as installing patches or performing hardware/software upgrades, as approved by the Government, to maintain compliance throughout the contract period.

2.2 Definitions

For clarity and consistency, specific terms used in this PWS are defined below. Unless otherwise specified, all other terms and definitions will follow standard IT industry usage and meanings.

Equipment – The term “equipment,” as used throughout the PWS, refers to any combination of hardware, software, device drivers, utilities, libraries, and firmware.

Industrially Hardened Components – Components that can operate in a warehouse or manufacturing setting and survive the rough treatment and handling often found in shipping areas, loading docks, catwalks, ladders, or on the floor of a manufacturing facility.

NGT-II Devices: The term "NGT-II Devices" refers specifically to the cellular, satellite, and hybrid transponders that are the subject of this contract being provided by the Contractor.

Order – The term “order,” as used in this PWS, refers to a Delivery Order (DO), Task

Order (TO), or Purchase Card Order (PO) used to buy products and/or services under the master agreement.

Rugged – The terms “rugged” or “ruggedized,” as used in this PWS, means that the

Government requires NGT-II equipment that is industrially hardened, designed, built, and tested to ensure reliable and continuous performance in all rugged and austere environments.

2.3 Acronyms

The document utilizes various acronyms, which are listed below for reference and clarity, to ensure a common understanding of the terminology used throughout the document.

Acronym Term 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Generation A&A Assessment and Authorization AC Alternating Current APL Approved Product list AR Army Regulation aRFID Active Radio Frequency Identification C Cellular CCP Contract Change Proposal CCPP Common Criteria Protection Profile CCTL Common Criteria Test Laboratory CDRL Contract Data Requirements List CLIN Contract Line Item Number CONUS Continental United States COR Contracting Officer’s Representative CPM Contractor Program Manager DD Form Department of Defense Form

DFARS Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement DISR Defense Information Standards Registry DO Delivery Order DOD Department of Defense DODD Department of Defense Directive DODI Department of Defense Instruction DODM Department of Defense Manual EMI Electromagnetic Interference EMSS Enhanced Mobile Satellite Services FFP Firm Fixed Price FIPS Federal Information Processing Standards FMS Foreign Military Sales GIG Global Information Grid GSM Global System for Mobile Communication HERO Hybrid HERO Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance IA Information Assurance ICD Interface Control document IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IP Ingress Protection IO Information Operations ISO International Organization for Standardization IT Information Technology ITV In-Transit Visibility IUID Item Unique Identification KO Contracting Officer LIS Logistics Information Systems LTE Long-Term Evolution MIL-STD Military Standard NATO North Atlantic Treaty Organization NGT Next Generation Transponder NGT-II Next Generation Transponder Contract #2 NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology NTP Notice to Proceed OCONUS Outside Continental United States OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer OMB Office of Management and Budget PBUSE Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced PL Product Lead PL LIS Product Lead Logistics Information Systems PO Purchase Card Order POC Point of Contact PPR Project Progress Review PWS Performance Work Statement

RFID Radio Frequency Identification RF-ITV Radio Frequency-In-Transit Visibility RFP Request for Proposal RMA Return Material Authorization RMF Risk Management Framework S Satellite SAAS Standard Army Ammunition System SATCOM DOD Satellite Communications SBD Short Burst Data SLIN Sub-line item number SOAP Simple Object Access Protocol TAV Total Asset Visibility

TC-AIMS II Transportation Coordinators' Automated Information for Movements System II

TO Task Order UC Unified Capabilities UCR Unified Capabilities Requirement UG User Guide UL Underwriters Laboratory US United States USAFRICOM U.S. Africa Command USB Universal Serial Bus USB-C Universal Serial Bus Type-C USB-MIRCO Universal Serial Bus Micro USCENTCOM U.S. Central Command USCG United States Coast Guard USEUCOM U.S. European Command USINDOPACOM U.S. Indo-Pacific Command USNORTHCOM U.S. Northern Command

3. Government Standards and Compliance

3.1 Item Unique Identification (IUID)

According to the DOD’s policy, as outlined in DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Unique

Identification and Valuation, the NGT-II contract is exempt from Item Unique Identification (IUID) requirements, meaning that no equipment provided under this contract will need to comply with IUID regulations.

3.2 Defense Information Standards Registry

The Defense Information Standards Registry (DISR) provides a set of rules to ensure that DOD systems are interoperable, scalable, and portable. However, the NGT-II equipment specified in this contract is not considered a system, but rather a component that provides transportation and logistics data to other DOD information systems. As such, the NGT-II equipment is exempt from full DISR compliance, but is required to interface with specific support systems, including the RF-ITV Server, as outlined in an Interface Control Document (ICD) that will be developed and updated annually throughout the contract period (See Exhibit E NGT II CDRL A007 ICD Example).

3.3 Government Testing/Certifications

The NGT-II devices must undergo rigorous Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and

Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance (HERO) testing prior to product delivery to users, with the Contractor providing full support for Government compliance verification, security certification, and accreditation. This includes cooperating with Government personnel, providing access to facilities, documentation, and personnel, and assisting in resolving any problems that arise during testing, such as addressing problem reports, conducting technical investigations, and performing additional testing as needed.

The Contractor must also provide staff availability during testing, if required, to ensure the successful completion of the Government's testing and evaluation process. All support provided by the Contractor must be at no additional cost to the Government and will be directed by the Government Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), who will coordinate the scheduling of any evaluation with the Contractor to ensure a smooth and efficient testing process.

To facilitate this testing, the Contractor is required to provide no more than two (2) activated and operational transponders for each Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) they are awarded to be used by the USG for testing, as outlined in CDRL A009, Transponders for Testing. These transponders must be delivered directly to the Government Test Facility, within 14 calendar days of contract award. Specific Government Test Facility will be provided at contract award.

The Government will cover the initial testing costs for HERO and EMI, but the

Contractor will be responsible for any subsequent testing costs due to late delivery, item failure, or product substitution/replacement. This means that if a transponder fails testing or needs to be replaced, the Contractor will be responsible for covering the costs of any additional testing required before it can be added to the contract and orders placed against it.

3.3.1 Electromagnetic Interference and Environment

The NGT-II equipment is intended for use in environments where it may be exposed to low-level signals and/or high-level signals from spectrum-dependent devices as outlined in MIL-STD-464A and MIL-STD-461F. To ensure the equipment's compatibility and certification for use in these environments, the Government will conduct radiated emission and susceptibility tests, as specified in MIL-STD 461D and MIL-STD-462D. The Contractor is required to support these testing efforts, by providing technical data sheets, responding to requests for additional data from the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), and cooperating with Government testing and certification activities to validate the NGT-II equipment's electromagnetic compatibility.

3.3.2 Ordnance Environment.

The NGT-II equipment may be deployed in proximity to ordnance that is sensitive to radiated energy, posing a potential risk of unintended detonation or malfunction. To mitigate this risk, the Government will conduct rigorous HERO testing on the Contractor's awarded transponder(s), in accordance with MIL-STD 464A, to determine whether the NGT-II equipment can be safely used in these environments without posing a hazard to the ordnance.

3.3.3 Common Criteria Compliance Requirements

The Contractors shall ensure their NGT-II equipment is tested and compliant with the Medium Robustness level, as defined in the Common Criteria Protection Profile (CCPP) standard. Any non-compliant product shall not be delivered to end users until certified. The Contractor is responsible for prioritizing compliance with the CCPP standard to ensure their equipment meets the required security and robustness levels.

If a CCPP for NGT technology is adopted, the Contractor shall submit their product for Common Criteria testing within six months. Testing is conducted by a National Information Assurance Partnership -approved Common Criteria Test Laboratory (CCTL). More information on Common Criteria compliance can be found at http://www.commoncriteriaportal.org/.

3.4 Spectrum Supportability Compliance

The DOD requires spectrum supportability guidance and approvals prior to using NGT-II equipment that transmits or receives electromagnetic energy. This involves ensuring compliance with applicable DOD, National, and International spectrum management policies and regulations, including spectrum certification in accordance with DODI 4650.01 and DODD 5000.01.

The Contractor shall provide technical data, including transmitter, receiver, and antenna characteristics, to facilitate host nation coordination and frequency allocation. This data will be used to complete the Department of Defense (DD) Form 1494, Application for Equipment Frequency Allocation, which must be submitted within 14 calendar days of contract award, Notice to Proceed (NTP), or approval of a Contract Change Proposal (CCP), (see Exhibit D, NGT II NGT-II CDRL A008 DD Form 1494 Example).

The Contractor shall be responsible for providing technical support to complete the spectrum supportability process, including providing any additional information required for spectrum certification, such as test results and equipment specifications. All Contractor-provided spectrum supportability compliance support will be provided at no additional cost to the Government. The frequency allocation will be documented with a DD Form 1494 and/or a "Note to Holder", as appropriate. The Contractor's support is crucial to ensure that the NGT-II equipment can be safely and effectively deployed in the field, and to obtain frequency allocation and comply with spectrum management regulations. By providing the necessary technical data and support, the Contractor will enable the US Army to obtain the required spectrum supportability guidance and approvals, ensuring the successful deployment of the NGT-II equipment.

3.5 DOD’s Approved Product List

The Contractor shall ensure their products are listed on the DOD Unified Capabilities (UC) Approved Product List (APL) prior to delivery. If a product is not listed, the Contractor shall complete documentation and submit it to the governing body within 21 calendar days to conform to Unified Capabilities Requirement (UCR) policies including DODI 8100.04: Unified Capabilities, 9 December 2010 and DoD UC APL Process Guide V2.4, dated December 2016.

The Government shall reserve the right to place non-compliant products on CONTRACT RESERVE until they obtain Information Operations (IO) and Information Assurance (IA) certification and are posted on the UC APL. The Contractor shall provide email updates to the COR regarding the product's status on the UC APL until it is listed.

3.6 Operating Environments

The NGT-II equipment shall operate in diverse and “rugged” environments, including industrial, hazardous, and ordnance settings, as well as on naval vessels, aircraft, and tanks, and in areas with high electromagnetic noise and interference. The equipment shall be suitable for outdoor use in extreme environments, such as desert and arctic areas, and shall withstand rough handling, continuous operational use, vibration, and shock caused by transportation over rough terrain. The Contractor shall certify that the provided components meet applicable Environmental Protection Act requirements. The NGT-II equipment shall have a minimum operational temperature range of -40C to +85C and a minimum storage temperature range of - 50C to +125C. Additionally, the equipment shall remain operational after being dropped onto concrete from a height of six feet and shall have an Ingress Protection (IP) rating of 67, ensuring protection against dust and water immersion.

3.7 Cybersecurity Requirements

The NGT-II equipment and systems provided by the Contractor shall comply with applicable cybersecurity requirements specified in DODI 8500.01, Cybersecurity, including stand-alone information systems, networked computers and servers, mobile computing devices, and other information technologies. The Contractor shall support Government efforts to obtain Assessment and Authorization (A&A) for the products in accordance with DODI 8510.01, Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD Information Technology (IT). To facilitate A&A, the Contractor shall provide documentation, including component design specifications, user manuals, and security test results, and grant access to Contractor personnel involved in design, engineering, operations, and security attributes of the products. This support is essential to ensure the security and integrity of the NGT-II equipment and systems, and to comply with DOD cybersecurity requirements.

3.8 Wireless Device Security Requirements

The NGT-II equipment and systems that utilize wireless technologies, including IEEE

Standard 802.11 WLAN products, to store, process, or transmit unclassified information shall comply with specific security requirements. These requirements include those specified in DODI 8420.01, Commercial Wireless Local-Area Network (WLAN) Devices, Systems, and Technologies; DODI 8420.02, DoD Satellite Communications (SATCOM), September 15, 2016;

AR25-2, Information Management; Army Best Business Practice 09-EC-M-0010, Wireless Security Standards. The Contractor shall ensure that all NGT-II implementations that use wireless technologies meet these requirements to ensure the security and integrity of the information being transmitted.

4. Transponder and Data Requirements The Contractor shall provide a rechargeable cellular, satellite, and/or hybrid transponder as awarded by the Government, which includes a three-year warranty, a three-year airtime data service plan, and a charging cord and plug. The NGT-II contract will also include a Special Line Item Number (SLIN) that allows users to procure additional services, such as a two-year extended warranty, an additional one-year airtime service, and replacement charger cords.

Furthermore, the Contractor shall ensure that users with legacy devices can utilize the airtime SLIN to purchase additional airtime services for their existing transponders, providing a seamless and convenient way to maintain and extend the life of their equipment.

4.1 Transponders with Cellular Capabilities

The Contractor shall provide a device that utilizes globally recognized mobile phone standards, such as Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM), and supports current generation cell phone network technology (e.g. 5G, LTE/4G). The device shall also be capable of falling back to alternative standards (e.g. 3G and 2G) to ensure global interoperability on the data provider's cellular networks.

The Contractor shall activate the cellular network for the devices but shall delay the start of airtime services until the end user requests initiation, ensuring that airtime services do not commence until explicitly requested by the user.

4.2 Transponders with Satellite Capabilities

The Contractor shall provide a device that utilize the Iridium Satellite Network to provide direct feeds through Enhanced Mobile Satellite Services (EMSS) via the DoD Iridium Gateway. These devices will require Short Burst Data (SBD) device registration through EMSS, for which the user will be responsible. Upon registration, users will request that data be pushed to the Contractor's End Point Server.

4.3 Labels

All NGT-II devices shall contain a label identifying the type of transponder, using the following designations: C for cellular, S for satellite, and H for hybrid. Additionally, each device shall be labeled with a human-readable barcode that utilizes the Transponder’s Device ID (see Exhibit E NGT II Transponder Numbering & Labeling Guidelines). Per CDRL A011, TRANSPONDER LABEL, the contractor shall provide a sample of the label and Hero label within 30 calendar days of contract award.

4.3.1 Hero Label

All NGT-II devices delivered to the Government under the NGT-II contract shall be equipped with a warning label that clearly specifies the minimum safe separation distance required between ordnance and the irradiating source, as outlined in Exhibit E NGT II Transponder Numbering & Labeling Guidelines. This label is essential to ensure safe handling and use of the devices in environments where ordnance is present.

4.4 Color

The NGT-II devices shall have a subdued color scheme, with acceptable colors being black, olive green, or other generally unobtrusive hues, to minimize visibility and avoid drawing attention to the device.

4.5 Size

The NGT-II devices shall have a maximum of 86 cubic inches. To ensure secure shipment and prevent damage, the device's dimensions shall be limited to accommodate the corrugated ribs on the sides of shipping containers. Specifically, for International Organization for Standardization (ISO) shipping container applications, the device shall fit outside the container between the ribs, with horizontal and vertical dimensions not exceeding 2.5 inches and a depth not exceeding 1.5 inches, including any mounting bracket. This design constraint will help prevent the device from being dislodged or damaged during shipment.

4.6 Mounting

The NGT-II devices shall be designed for easy attachment and detachment to an asset, without requiring any modifications to the asset itself. The devices shall have a minimum of two diagonal mounting holes, allowing for secure attachment using rivets, screws, or tie-wraps. If a mounting bracket is necessary, it shall also be easily attachable and detachable, with a minimum of two holes for secure attachment, and shall hold the NGT device firmly in place under all transport conditions. This design ensures that the NGT device can be quickly and securely installed on an asset, and removed as needed, without causing any damage or requiring any alterations to the asset.

4.7 Power Requirements

The NGT-II devices shall be rechargeable using industry-standard connectors, such as USB-C or Micro-USB, allowing for convenient and universal charging. All transponders shall be rechargeable using either USB-C or Micro-USB. When Alternating Current (AC) adapters are ordered, they shall be compatible with the local country power grid for the specified geographic area of operation.

The NGT-II devices shall allow for easy power on/off functionality directly on the device, without the need for additional hardware or special tools. Additionally, all NGT-II devices shall have a visual method to indicate battery status, such as a percentage display or a color-coded light (e.g., red for not charged and green for charged), to show when the battery is charging and its current state of charge. This ensures that users can easily monitor and manage their device's power levels.

4.8 Transponder Data

4.8.1 Exchange

All NGT-II data shall utilize Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 256 encryption or better when be transferred to ensure secure transmission. The Contractor shall develop and execute an Interface Control Document with the RF-ITV System at no additional cost to the Government, per CDRL A007 and Exhibit C NGT-II CDRL A007 ICD Example.

The ICD will outline the interface requirements, describe the concept of operations, define the data and message structures, and specify the protocols and communication paths for data exchange. The Contractor shall provide the necessary Connection Credentials to the

Government/RF-ITV System, enabling the RF-ITV System to establish a connection and retrieve NGT Data Message(s) from the Contractor's End Point Server using a web service. This will facilitate the secure and automated exchange of data between the Contractor's system and the RF-ITV System.

As part of this ICD, the Contractor shall provide a SOAP (Simple Object Access

Protocol) payload in XML (Extensible Markup Language) format, as specified below, to support the NGT-II Contract.

The following table outlines the minimum required NGT-II data elements and their descriptions.

Notably, all NGT-II devices shall report a default location of 0.0, 0.0 (latitude and longitude) if the transponder loses its GPS signal or is unable to obtain a GPS "fix". In such cases, the device shall provide a "0.0" read instead of relying on a last known GPS fix location, ensuring that the system can handle situations where GPS data is unavailable.

Element Element Description ReceiptDateTime This is the timestamp when the Contractor's Server received the device's location report.

EventDateTime This is the timestamp when the device captured the GPS location.

DeviceID This is the unique 14-digit identifier assigned by the Government to identify the

NGT-II device.

Manufacturer This is identifying the device’s manufacturer, which must match a value in the RF-

ITV system's reference table to be recognized; otherwise, it will be displayed as "Unknown".

BatteryCapacity This is a numeric value (0-100) representing the device's remaining battery life as a percentage.

Latitude This is the Decimal Latitude; the latitude of a point on the Earth's surface, expressed as a decimal number, ranging from -90.000 (South Pole) to 0.000 (Equator) to 90.000 (North Pole).

Longitude This is the Decimal Longitude; the longitude of a point on the Earth's surface, expressed as a decimal number, ranging from -180.000 (West) to 0.000 (Prime Meridian) to 180.000 (East).

ModeOfTransmission This single character ('S' or 'C') indicates whether a device's position was transmitted via Satellite (S) or Cellular (C) network

Contractors are required to continue providing NGT-II data services for already fielded transponders, as long as the necessary data service plans are in place, even after the contract award.

4.8.2 Data Rights

All data created, collected, or generated by the Contractor in the performance of this contract shall be considered the property of the Government. The Government retains all rights, title, and interest in and to such data, including but not limited to, the right to use, modify, reproduce, release, and distribute the data. The Contractor shall not assert any claim of copyright, patent, or other intellectual property rights in such data, and shall not use such data for any purpose other than the performance of this contract. The Government shall have the right to use, disclose, and distribute the data as it sees fit, without restriction or limitation, and the Contractor shall not impose any restrictions or limitations on the Government's use of the data. The

Contractor shall also ensure that all subcontractors and vendors used in the performance of this contract are aware of and comply with these data rights provisions.

4.8.3 Reporting

All NGT-II devices shall report data at regular intervals, with a default setting of every 2 hours while in motion and every 4 hours while at rest and shall be capable of operating for at least 120 days on a single charge. The reporting periods shall be adjustable by the end user. Additionally, all NGT-II devices shall have a sleep/suspend mode, which allows the transponder to cease transmitting data for a specified amount of time. The Contractor shall enable adjustments to reporting times and sleep/suspend mode through their Service Desk and/or an interface with the RF-ITV Server, providing a flexible and convenient way for users to manage device settings.

4.9 Equipment Delivery

The Contractor shall deliver all ordered items to the designated destination within 30 days of the order date. Additionally, the Contractor shall offer Expedited Delivery options for both CONUS (Continental United States) and OCONUS (Outside Continental United States) locations, which shall be provided when specifically requested by the end user in the order.

5. Program Support The requirements outlined in this section are to be included in the overall contract price and shall not be billed as separate or additional costs.

5.1 Points of Contact(s)

The Contractor shall submit a list of Points of Contact (POCs) to the COR within 10 workdays of the contract award date, including names, phone numbers, email addresses, and areas of responsibility for the NGT contract. The Contractor shall also notify the COR of any changes to POC information within five (5) calendar days of replacing a POC.

5.2 Program Management

The Contractor shall appoint a Contractor Program Manager (CPM) for the NGT-II contract, who will serve as the primary POC for the Government and be responsible for managing all aspects of the contract. The CPM shall be available virtually at no additional cost to the Government and shall address programmatic issues, facilitate information exchange, and coordinate management efforts.

The CPM’s responsibilities shall include and are not limited to:

• Managing all orders and serving as the authorized point of contact for the

Government

• Formulating and enforcing work standards, assigning schedules, and reviewing work discrepancies

• Communicating policies, purposes, and goals to assigned personnel

• Providing timely responses to program issues and problems (within 2 workdays)

• Providing prompt responses to questions or problems associated with NGT-II

Data Services (within 1 workday)

• Coordinating shipments and deliveries

• Submitting monthly report: CDRL A001

• Maintaining accurate records, including warranty and airtime availability

• Conducting project progress reviews

• Providing semi-annual equipment and service reports (SAESR)

• Reporting Enterprise Contractor Manpower Reporting Application (eCMRA) information for Army requirements

The Program Manager shall ensure that all program management activities and services are performed in accordance with the contract requirements.

5.3 User Guide

The Contractor shall create a User Guide (UG) to help Government personnel, and it shall be delivered COR within 30 calendar days of contract award. The UG shall be made available on the Contractor's website, as specified in Exhibit A NGT-II Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) Information A002. The guide shall include:

• Ordering procedures with necessary information for users to order NGT II products.

• Contact information, such as POCs, phone numbers, Service Desk details, and addresses

• Price Matrix that lists the CLIN/SLIN prices, which shall be updated within 5 days of any additions or deletions to the contract.

The User Guide shall be updated within 14 calendar days after an changes have been made via contract modification (i.e. equipment end of life, additional products added).

5.4 24/7 Service Desk

The Contractor shall provide Technical Assistance through a Service Desk, offering support for:

• Troubleshooting and correcting equipment problems, including firmware updates and equipment issues

• Adjusting NGT-II device reporting data communication

• Processing warranty service issues, such as assigning RMA numbers

• Activating and de-activating transponders

• Providing status updates on data plan expiration

• Supporting airtime renewal

The Service Desk shall be available 24/7, with toll-free telephonic support in both

CONUS and OCONUS. The Service Desk shall respond to user issues within 4 hours, 95% of the time. Contractor personnel staffing the Service Desk shall be fluent in English, possess sufficient expertise to recommend troubleshooting procedures, and maintain records of user calls, including failed items, POC, location, date, problem, and resolution.

The Service Desk shall also accept and process user requests for purchasing additional airtime, acting on them within 24 hours of receipt. Additionally, the Service Desk shall be able to provide information on available airtime remaining on a particular transponder.

The Contractor may utilize an online knowledge base and online RMA input functionality on their website to support the Service Desk staff in meeting the workload.

5.5 Website

The Contractor shall establish and maintain a worldwide website for Government users no later than 60 calendar days after the contract award date, as per CDRL A005. The Army’s CHESS web site shall be hyperlinked to the Contractor’s Website. The contractor’s website shall be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and shall remain accessible until the later of either the expiration of the last active order or the end date of the airtime service plan, ensuring continuous access to information and support for Government users. The web site shall not be password protected and shall be accessible from a .mil or .gov web domain. At a minimum, the web site shall include the following:

• Products o Methods to track the status of orders using the Government’s order number;

o Ability to determine available airtime remaining on a particular transponder;

o List of products that fully comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and

Section 255 of the Communications Act, as set forth at 36 Code of Federal Regulations Part 1194.

• Warranty Support o Tracking status using the RMA number;

o The POC, telephone number, email address and mailing address for each Return

Center;

o Failed equipment tracking and status;

• Support Desk o Technical troubleshooting support;

o The POC, telephone number, email address o Failed equipment tracking and status;

• Documentation o User Guide;

o Reference and User Manuals (i.e., Commercial Manuals, Technical Manuals, Software Manuals);

o Recent related news items from the Contractor (for example, notifications of the web site being down for maintenance, etc.);

5.6 Warranty

The Contractor shall provide a three-year warranty and a two-year extended warranty for all equipment supplied under this contract, commencing from the date of product acceptance by the user. This comprehensive warranty will cover all parts, labor, and transportation costs associated with the repair or replacement of NGT-II equipment.

In the event of equipment failure, the Contractor shall be responsible for repairing or replacing the faulty NGT-II equipment. The Contractor shall provide their Warranty Support Procedures as defined in CDRL A006. These procedures shall include the process of when users have issues to be fixed and what the warranty covers. The cost of the three-year warranty will be included in the purchase price of the equipment and the two-year extended warranty will be a separate SLIN to be ordered when the NGT-II device is procured.

If equipment requires repair or replacement due to apparent user abuse, negligence, or missing significant components, the Contractor must promptly notify the Contracting Officer (KO) and the Order POC responsible for the order. This notification will ensure that any issues related to user misuse or neglect are addressed in a timely and transparent manner.

6. Contract

6.1 Exhibits

The following exhibits are associated with this PWS and are incorporated into the solicitation:

• Exhibits A – NGT-II Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) Information 12 June

• Exhibits B – NGT-II CDRL A001 Template 12 June 2025

• Exhibits C – NGT-II CDRL A007 Interface Control Document (ICD) Example

• Exhibits D – NGT-II CDRL A008 DD Form 1494 Example

• Exhibits E – NGT-II CDRL A011 Transponder Numbering & Labeling Guidelines

6.2 Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL)

6.2.1 A0001 - NGT-II Monthly Report

The Contractor shall prepare and submit a Monthly Report in Microsoft

Office Excel format, as per CDRL A001. Exhibit B is the template that will be completed each month by the contract. The report shall include all orders placed by the Government and by Government Contractors during the reporting period (first of the month to the last day of the month).

The Contractor shall submit the first report to the COR and KO on the 10th calendar day of the month following the one-month period after the contract effective date.

The Contractor shall submit subsequent reports in monthly increments on the 10th business day of the month following the reporting period throughout the performance period of the contract. The contractor shall complete all 3 tabs within the excel workbook.

• NGT-II Sales Report Tab – This report reflects the monthly and yearly products procured by the government and government contractors on behalf of the government.

Contractor shall update the price and quantities for each month and it will auto-calculate for the Price Period.

• NGT-II Status Report Tab – This report reflects each order placed against this contract vehicle. This list shall be a running list and have orders from the start of the contract to the end of the contract.

• NGT-II Monthly Equipment and Service Report (MESR) Tab – This report provides a consolidated list of service user calls for troubleshooting assistance. This detailed information for warranty repairs will be used to identify trends and compliance with equipment turn-around requirements. The MESR shall include a separate line item to describe each item service incident and, at a minimum, shall include the following:

o The Return Material Authorization (RMA) number and date assigned to category of service action, Warranty;

o Whether the User requests the same serial number item returned, and whether the user changed their mind because of a delay in receiving the same serial number in return;

o The identity of the Federal agency (i.e. Army, Navy, AF, DLA, USMC, etc.), Government user and POC, and site requiring the Warranty service;

o The model number, CLIN, and serial number of the item requiring the Warranty service;

o The quantity of each type of component repaired or replaced by CLIN under the contract to date;

o The Equipment Warranty expiration date;

o The Delivery Order number or Purchase Card Order date and activity;

o The date the failed NGT equipment was received at the repair facility;

o The date the repair action was completed, or the date the equipment was sent back to the user, shipper or carrier or picked up by the user; and o A remarks section providing information outside of the items listed above, including, but not limited to: a brief, non-technical description of equipment problems identified; repair action accomplished; parts replaced; serial numbers of replacement NGT items (if the item was replaced by the Contractor); problems identified, but causes not isolated and a statement of no evidence of failure (if no evidence of failure was found)

6.2.2 Project Progress Reviews (PPR)

The Contractor shall conduct Project Progress Reviews (PPRs) for

Government personnel virtually. PL LIS will schedule the PPR and will provide notice to the Contractor of the date, time, and location. Contractor representatives (at least PM and KO) shall attend the scheduled PPR, unless this requirement is waived by the Government.

Any requests to change the scheduled date by the Contractor shall be addressed directly to the KO and the COR. The Government will determine if the request is acceptable or not. It is anticipated that the first PPR will occur no later than 90 calendar days after the contract effective date, and that PPRs shall subsequently occur on a quarterly basis.

During each PPR, the Contractor shall present material that addresses the following:

• Status of current NGT hardware technological substitutions, additions, and future product enhancements;

• Status of configuration and risk management activities;

• Status of orders, including, but not limited to, received and processed dates (listed by ordering agency), scheduled delivery date, and shipped date;

• Actions under warranty;

• Significant trends (e.g., quantities order by CLIN, component reliability safety issues, problems, and recommended solutions, Service Desk Tickets);

• Minutes from the previous PPR;

• Activities determined to be of importance to the Government, such as unanticipated problems, and high visibility issues identified by the Government;

• Status of significant program events;

• Customer feedback;

• Agencies and organizations contacted and initiatives with each; and

• Reasons for delinquent orders.

The Contractor shall include a current organizational chart in each review that includes the names and telephone numbers of all key personnel proposed and included with the NGT contract, as well as any key personnel who may be proposed and used in securing subsequent Task Orders. The Contractor shall notify the KO and COR of all changes to key personnel at the time changes are first known and shall explain how the Contractor intends to minimize the impact of such changes.

The Contractor shall prepare and submit the briefing charts for all PPRs to the KO and COR at least five (5) calendar days before a scheduled PPR, as per CDRL A003.

The Contractor shall prepare and coordinate minutes of the PPRs with PL LIS no later than five (5) calendar days after the PPR, as per CDRL A004. Coordination shall be accomplished through electronic mail.

6.3 Contract Changes and Modifications

6.3.1 Pre-Award Changes and/or Modifications

All Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) changes prior to contract award shall be included in equipment provided under this contract at no additional cost to the Government. The Contractor shall notify the KO of all OEM-sponsored changes to any equipment provided on the contract. All changes shall be provided to the Government at least 45 calendar days prior to implementation for evaluation and will be subject to the KO’s approval before the changed products may be placed on the contract, as per CDRL A006.

All OEM-sponsored Engineer Changes adopted prior to the date of contract award shall be incorporated into the hardware, software, and firmware delivered under this contract.

6.3.2 Post-Award Contract Change Proposal (CCP)

The offer of product substitution or addition shall include information sufficient to determine that the proposal satisfies the terms and conditions of the contract. The proposal shall, at a minimum, include the following information:

• A comparative description, in detail, of the difference between the existing contract item and the proposed product substitution, and a specific analysis of the comparative advantages and disadvantages of each. For additions, the proposal shall provide a complete description of the new item and a correlative analysis of how the new item will benefit the Government.