HFRS-S DRAFT Specification for RFI.docx

REVISION NO. 1 .

USCG C5ISC – High Frequency Radio System

High Frequency Radio System-Shore

SPECIFICATION

ORIGINATED BY: Mr. James A. Kermitz DATE: 25 August 2025 ORIGINATOR’S COMMAND: US Coast Guard C5ISC

Table of Contents

1 SCOPE

The purpose of this Specification is to acquire the Next Generation HF Radio System – Shore (HFRS-S) components to replace legacy radio systems within the HF Shore Communications Systems (COMSYS). The COMSYS consists of seven 4KW sites and 6 1KW sites. This will include installations necessary for engineering and training support efforts (e.g. Training Center (TRACEN) and Labs). This effort will include equipment, hardware, software, and training to maintain and operate the system.

2 BACKGROUND

In order to maintain Beyond Line Of Sight (BLOS) high frequency (HF) communications for the COMSYS, the United States Coast Guard has a requirement to replace HF radio systems that are at end of life. The age of the systems, cost and lack of spare parts availability, and inability to repair key subcomponents makes continuing support and maintaining operational availability infeasible. This replacement effort requires a commercially available HF radio system comprised of various numbers of HF transceivers, receivers, high power amplifiers, power supplies, where exact quantities depend on the operational requirements. This suite of equipment will be herein referred to as the HF radio system Shore (HFRS-S).

3 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

The documents in this section form a part of this Specification to the extent specified herein. The documents listed are by title unless otherwise documented. Commercial documents may be listed in the Department of Defense Index of Specifications and Standards (DODISS).

Order of Precedence: In the event of a conflict between the text of this Specification and the references cited herein, this Specification takes precedence. The Vendor shall notify the Contracting Officer (KO) in writing for a resolution of any ambiguity or conflict found in these Specifications prior to proceeding with any work.

SPECIFICATIONS, MILITARY

MIL-DTL-15024G; Detail Specification: Plates, Tags and Bands for Identification of Equipment, General Specification for 2018 MIL-DTL-24643D; Detail Specification: General Specification for Shipboard Use for Cables and Cords, Electric, Low Smoke.

MIL-DTL-17J; Detail Specification: General Specification for Cables, Radio Frequency, Flexible and Semi rigid

STANDARDS, MILITARY

MIL-STD-188-100 Common Standards for Tactical and Long Haul Communications MIL-STD-188-110D: Interoperability and Performance Standards for Data Modems MIL-STD-188-141D: Interoperability and Performance Standards for Medium and High Frequency Radio Systems MIL-STD-188-124B Grounding, Bonding and Shielding for Communications Electronics MIL-STD-188-148B: Interoperability and Performance Standards for Anti Jam (AJ) Communications in the High Frequency (2-30 MHz) Band (U) MIL-STD-188-203-1A: Interoperability and Performance Standards for Tactical Digital Information Link (TADIL) A MIL-STD-461G: Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment MIL-STD-464D Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Requirements MIL-STD-810H Notice 1: Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Test MIL-STD-2073-1E Standard Practice for Military Packaging Mil-STD-129R Military Marking for Shipment and Storage MIL-STD-188-203-1A: Interoperability and Performance Standards for Tactical Digital Information Link (TADIL) A.

MIL-STD-188-148B: Interoperability and Performance Standards for Anti Jam (AJ) Communications in the High Frequency (2-30 MHz) Band (U)

STANDARDIZED AGREEMENTS

STANAG 4203 Edition 4:2022: Technical Standards for Single Channel HF Radio Equipment – AcomP-4203 Edition A STANAG 4285 Edition 1:2021: Characteristics of 1200 / 2400 / 3600 Bits per Second Single Tone Modulators / Demodulators for HF Radio Links STANAG 4415 Edition 2: Characteristics of a Robust, Non-Hopping, Serial Tone Modulator/Demodulator for Severely Degraded HF Radio Links – AcomP-4415 Edition A STANAG 4529 Edition 1: Characteristics of Single Tone Modulators / Demodulators for Maritime HF Radio Links with 1240 Hz Bandwidth STANAG 4538 Edition 1: Technical Standards for an Automatic Radio Control System (ARCS) for HF Communication Links STANAG 4539 Edition 2: Technical Standard for Non-Hopping HF Communications Waveforms – AcomP-4539 Edition A STANAG 5066 Edition 4: Technical Standards For HF Radio Link Layer And Application Support Protocols For Single Channel Waveforms - AComP-5066 Edition A STANAG 5069 Edition 1: Technical Standards for Wideband Waveforms for Single Non-Hopping, Flexible Bandwidth High Frequency Channels AComP-5069 Edition A STANAG 5511 Edition 10: Tactical Data Exchange - Link 11/11B – ATDLP-5.11 Edition B STANAG 5522 Edition 7: NATO Improved Link Eleven (NILE)- Link 22 – ATDLP-5.22 Edition C

OTHER GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS

USCG SFLC 0860: General Requirements for Technical Publications (TP) USCG D-084-0481 Packaging and Marking Instruction NIST Special Publication 500-267B Rev 1: A Profile for IPv6 in the US Government V1.0 NIST Special Publication 800-53 Rev 5: Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-93 Compromising Emanations Field Test Requirements, Electromagnetics NSTISSAM TEMPEST/2-95 Red/Black Installation Guidance Compromising Emanations Laboratory Test Requirements, Electromagnetics NIST Special Publication 800-57 Part 1 Rev 5 and Part 2 Rev 1: Recommendation for Key Management

COMMERCIAL DOCUMENTS

ANSI/ASQC 9001-2015: Quality Management Systems – Model for Quality Assurance in Design, Development, Production, Installation, and Servicing Requirements ISO/IEC 17025 REV 2017: Requirements for the Calibration of Measuring and Test Equipment AES FIPS PUB 197 Rev 2023: Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) AES FIPS PUB 140-3: Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules National Electric Code 2023 edition VITA 49.2-2017 VITA Radio Transport ISO/IEC-16388-2023 Code 39 Bar Code Symbology IEC-61000-4-5.2017 Electromagnetic Compatibility IEC-60068-2-6 Environmental Testing Vibration IEC-60068-2-27 Environmental Testing Shock

4 REQUIREMENTS

4.0 The HFRS-S system specifications contain requirements identified as “Objective.” These requirements are the preferred system capabilities. All other specifications contained herein are the minimum required specifications.

4. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S shall be compliant with MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S shall be compliant with MIL-STD-188-110B.

Objective: The HFRS-S shall be compliant with MIL-STD-188-110D.

The HFRS-S shall be comprised of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) products, available for immediate purchase and delivery within 12 months in the United States of America.

The HFRS-S shall be supplied in three different configurations of: 1KW, 5KW and 10KW as per tables 1 and 2 below.

The HFRS shall consist of a combination of HF transceivers, receivers, high power linear power amplifiers (LPAs), combiners, power supplies, mating connectors, and any other hardware or software components required to make a complete system depending on site’s requirements.

The Vendor shall provide a reliability prediction and service life with their proposal to ensure the design of the HFRS-S is adequate to meet USCG needs.

The HFRS-S shall support external National Security Agency (NSA) Type I encryption devices for voice and data communications.

The HFRS-S shall support external Type III encryption devices for voice and data communications.

The HFRS-S shall comply with TEMPEST standards to prevent the loss of National Security Information (NSI) from Classified Systems through Compromising Emanations. The HFRS-S shall be compliant with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 Compromising Emanations Laboratory Test Requirements, Electromagnetics.

The HFRS-S shall be compliant with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-93 Compromising Emanations Field Test Requirements, Electromagnetics.

The HFRS-S shall be compliant with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/2-95 Red/Black Installation Guidance.

The HFRS-S functionality shall be fully compatible and able to be controlled via the existing Communications Management System (CMS) which is the CG Automated Communications Resource Manager or a third-party CMS. These systems are defined as a solution capable of remotely controlling a radio or associated devices manufactured by another source of supply.

The HFRS-S functionality shall be fully compatible and able to be configured via the existing Communications Management System (CMS) which is the CG Automated Communications Resource Manager or a third-party CMS.

The HFRS-S shall interface with existing Communications Management System (CMS) which is the CG Automated Communications Resource Manager via RS232/485 Protocol for controls.

The HFRS-S shall interface with via TCP/IP, 10/100 Base T (IEEE 802.3) Protocol for IP data. The HFRS-S shall be capable of being locally programmed and configured via a Windows based PC, utilizing a connector on the front panel of the transceiver and receiver. The HFRS-S shall provide the option to use an external time standard reference in accordance with the Interface Design Description (IDD).

Objective: Components of the HFRS-S shall be offered and supported by the same manufacturer.

Objective: The HFRS-S shall comply with NATO Technical Standards in Section 3.4.

Cyber Security - The HFRS-S shall be cyber security compliant in accordance with NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5.

Electrical - Unless otherwise specified, HFRS-S equipment shall operate on the following in accordance with MIL-STD-1399, Section 300A/B, Type 1.

· 1KW – 115/230 VAC, 60HZ, Single phase, Delta.

4KW – 208/240 VAC, 60 HZ, Three-phase, Delta.

HFRS-S equipment shall demonstrate no susceptibility to voltage spikes (surge immunity) when tested in accordance with IEC 61000-4-5.2017, part 4-5.

The HFRS-S shall be mountable into standard, 19- inch ANSI/EIA-310-D enclosures.

The HFRS-S equipment shall meet the following rack space and weight constraints by anticipated configuration in accordance with Table 1 and Table 2.

Table 1: Coast Guard Site Configurations Comment by Kermitz, James A CIV USCG C5I SERVICE CENTER (USA): This table is not finalized pending further operational review. This table is set up as follows:

4 10kW 2 simultaneous data/voice circuits for CG operations with 1 spare. Remaining are for maritime broadcast services(VOBRA, SITOR, WEFAX)

Another option under review would be to standardize to all 10kW transmitters for logistics purposes..

Site

Equipment Single System Configuration Max Height/Depth Single System Configuration Max Weight (LBS)

RCF Boston Cape Cod, MA.

(5) 10kW systems

(5) 5kW systems.

7’/45”

CG COMMCOM

Pungo, VA.

(5) 10kW systems

(7) 5kW systems

RCF Miami

FL

(5) 5kW systems

RCF New Orleans

LA

(5) 10kW systems

(6) 5kW systems

RCF Pt Reyes (Bolinas)

CA

(5) 10kW systems

(6) 5kW systems

RCF Honolulu Lualuaei HI

(5) 10kW systems

(5) 5kW systems

RCF Kodiak

AK

(5) 10kW systems

(7) 5 kW systems

Note: Coast Guard leases 5 levels(transmitters) from Air Force HFCGS not within scope of this specification.

Table 2: COTHEN Related Configurations

Site

Equipment Single System Configuration Max Height/Depth Single System Configuration Max Weight (LBS)

(2) Transceivers

(2) Power Supplies

(2) 1KW LPA’s

(2) Transceivers

(2) Power Supplies

(2) 1KW LPA’s

COTHEN Alaska 1 Site:

Bldg 576 Kodiak, AK.

(1) 1kW systems include:

(1) Transceivers

(1) Power Supplies

(1) 1KW LPA’s

COTHEN Split Site RCF Boston, Cape Cod(TX/RX), MA.

(1) 5kW system includes:

(1) Exciter

(1) Receiver

(1) Power Supply

(1) 5kW LPA 7’/45”

COTHEN Split Site RCF Pt. Reyes (RX) and Bolinas (TX)

CA

(2) 5kW systems include:

(2) Exciter

(2) Receivers

(2) Power Supplies

(2) 5kW LPA’s 7’/45”

RCF Honolulu Split Site Lualuaei(TX) and Wahiawa(RX)

HI

(1) 5kW System includes:

(1) Exciter

(1) Receiver

(1) Power Supply

(1) 5kW LPA’s 7’/45”

RCF Kodiak Split Site T1(TX) and R2(RX)

AK

(2) 5kW Systems include:

(2) Exciter

(2) Receivers

(2) Power Supplies

(2) 5kW LPA’s

Guam Split Site Barrigada(TX) and Machanao(RX)

(2) 5kW Systems include:

(2) Exciter

(2) Receivers

(2) Power Supplies

(2) 5kW LPA’s

4. TRANSCEIVER REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S shall be able to exchange communications on multiple transceiver circuits to support simultaneous operations (SIMOPS). SIMOPS is defined as the use of simplex/half duplex and/or unidirectional radio frequency paths to communicate with multiple radio equipped assets simultaneously (e.g., transmitting and/or receiving radio signals from a cutter, small boat, and aircraft at the same time).

The HFRS-S transceiver system shall have a minimum of two separate input/output channels.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have a minimum of two external interfaces for transmit audio (0 dBm at 600-ohm).

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have a minimum of two external interfaces for receive audio (0 dBm at 600-ohm).

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have a minimum of two external interfaces for Keyline/PTT.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall provide fixed audio output (0 dBm at 600-ohm) of transmit and receive signals for recording capabilities.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have an operating frequency range of, at a minimum, 2 MHz – 30 MHz.

The HFRS-S transceiver frequency shall be adjustable in 10 Hz increments.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver frequency shall be adjustable in 1 Hz increments for multi-channel applications The HFRS-S transceiver shall be compatible with existing 2G ALE networks in accordance with MIL-STD-188-141D Appendix A.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall be 3G ALE capable in accordance with MIL-STD-188-141D Appendix C.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall be 4G ALE capable in accordance with MIL-STD-188-141D Appendix G.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall be software/firmware upgradable to 4G ALE IAW MIL-STD_188-141D, Appendix G.

The HFRS-S transceiver data modem shall be capable of a minimum of two separate input/output channels compatible with MIL-STD-188-110D, Appendix F.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have an HF data modem compatible with WBHF MIL-STD-188-110D - Appendix D.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall have an HF data modem that complies with STANAG 4285.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver data modem shall be capable of a minimum of two separate input/output channels compatible with WBHF MIL-STD-188-110D - Appendix F.

Objective: The HFRS-S shall exchange data via NATO robust mode in accordance with STANAG 4415.

Objective: The HFRS-S shall exchange data via NATO serial tone mode in accordance with STANAG 4539.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver data modem shall be capable of frequency-hopping (anti-jam) using Phase Shift Keying (PSK) serial (single-tone) waveform contained in MIL-STD-188-110D.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver data modem shall be capable of frequency-hopping (anti-jam) in accordance with MIL-STD-188-148.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of ALE linking protection in accordance with MIL-STD-188-141D Appendix B.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of Wideband ALE linking protection in accordance with MIL-STD-188-141D Appendix H.

Objective: The HFRS-S shall have a robust modem capable of 75 bits per second (bps) in accordance with STANAG 4415.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall be either innately capable of two-way secure Link 11 Tactical Digital Information Link (TADIL A) communications or made capable when an external modem is used IAW MIL-STD-188-203-1.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable, via software upgrade, to compatibility with Link 22/ NATO Improved Link Eleven (NILE) in compliance with STANAG 5522.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of upper sideband (USB) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of lower sideband (LSB) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of continuous waveform (CW) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of amplitude modulation (AM) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of dual independent sideband (2-ISB) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S shall be capable of frequency shift keying (FSK) modes of operation within the transceiver system IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have HF data exchange capability IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall be compatible with HF data exchange capability in compliance with STANAG 5066.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have receive sensitivity of ≤ -111 dBm (0.63 µV) for 10 dB SINAD IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall have receive sensitivity of ≤ -121 dBm (0.2 µV) for 10 dB SINAD.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have squelch circuitry that monitors the RF input signal to the transceiver while muting the audio output to the speakers.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall include a software defined and programmable Human Machine Interface (HMI) radio control system that provides control of all radio functions including ALE operations. This shall be supplied as a front panel local control.

The HFRS-S transceiver local front panel controls shall be built into the transceiver.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have local front panel status display for receive RF signal strength.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have local controls for Output Power with selection options for low to high power.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have local front panel status display for Output Power.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have local front panel controls for Frequency Selection.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have local front panel status display for Frequency Selection.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have local front panel controls for Modulation Selection (e.g. USB, LSB, ISB, AM, CW, FSK (ALE)).

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have local front panel status display for Modulation Selection (e.g. USB, LSB, ISB, AM, CW, FSK (ALE)).

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have a visual power indicator on front panel.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall include an internal speaker.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have local front panel control for internal speaker volume.

The HFRS-S shall have local front panel status display for volume level.

The HFRS-S shall include an external speaker with independent volume control.

The HFRS-S shall include a compatible microphone for use with the transceiver.

The HFRS-S shall have local front panel control for Noise Filtering (Squelch).

The HFRS-S shall have local front panel controls of ALE linking operation.

The HFRS-S shall be capable of being programmed with both ALE addresses and frequencies.

The HFRS-S shall have local front panel with status display of ALE link.

Objective: HFRS-S Transceiver shall have discernable audible alerts for ALE link established/disestablish.

Objective: The HFRS-S Transceiver shall provide Link Quality Analysis (LQA) on display.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of automatic (upon equipment power on) built-in test (BIT) that encompasses all hardware modules by identifying faults to the lowest repairable unit.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol (IP) addressable via TCP/IP interface.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of full remote control via TCP/IP.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of remote operator-initiated BIT via TCP/IP interface.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be programmable/configurable via TCP/IP.

The HFRS-S transceiver TCP/IP addressability shall have the ability to simultaneously operate locally and remotely via PC or Server-based virtual control.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be compatible with Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4).

Objective: The HFRS-S transceiver shall utilize, or be upgradable via software or firmware, Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) via software/firmware update.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have a serial interface.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be capable of full remote control via serial interface.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be programmable/configurable via serial interface.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be JITC certified to comply with HF interoperability standards.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be JITC certified for MIL-STD-188-110D.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be JITC certified for MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be JITC certified for MIL-STD-188-148B.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be JITC certified for MIL-STD-188-203-1A.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall be VOX capable.

Objective: The HFRS-S VOX shall have a linear adjustable range.

The HFRS-S VOX shall have an adjustable hang time.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall have the ability to accept external interlock functions.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall conform to the VITA 49.2-2017 VITA Radio Transport standard.

RECEIVER REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S receiver shall include a software defined and programmable Human Machine Interface (HMI) radio control system that provides control of all radio functions. This shall be available as supplied as a front panel local control or third-party CMS The HFRS-S receiver local front panel controls shall be built into the receiver.

The HFRS-S receiver shall have local front panel status display for receive RF signal strength The HFRS-S receiver shall have local front panel controls for Frequency Selection.

The HFRS-S receiver shall have local front panel status display for Frequency Selection.

The HFRS-S receiver shall have local front panel controls for Modulation Selection (e.g. USB, LSB, ISB, AM, CW).

The HFRS-S receiver shall have local front panel status display for Modulation Selection (e.g. USB, LSB, ISB, AM, CW).

The HFRS-S receiver shall have a visual power indicator on front panel.

The HFRS-S receiver shall include an internal speaker with volume control.

The HFRS-S receiver shall have local front panel control for volume.

The HFRS-S receiver shall have local front panel status display for volume level.

The HFRS-S receiver shall have local front panel control for Noise Filtering (Squelch).

The HFRS-S receiver shall provide fixed audio output (0 dBm at 600-ohm) of receive signals for recording capabilities (currently the Nexlog740 DVL).

Objective: The HFRS-S receiver system shall have a minimum of two separate, independent output audio channels.

The HFRS-S receiver shall operate from, at minimum, 2 MHz to 30 MHz with 10 Hz increments.

The HFRS-S receiver shall have receive sensitivity of ≤ -111 dBm (0.63 µV) for 10 dB SINAD IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

Objective: The HFRS-S receiver shall have receive sensitivity of ≤ -121 dBm (0.2 µV) for 10 dB SINAD.

The HFRS-S receiver shall have squelch circuitry that monitors the RF input signal while muting the audio output to the speakers.

The HFRS-S receiver data modem shall be capable of a minimum of two separate output channels compatible with MIL-STD-188-110D, Appendix F.

Objective: The HFRS-S receiver shall have an HF data modem compatible with WBHF MIL-STD-188-110D - Appendix D.

Objective: The HFRS-S receiver shall have an HF data modem that complies with STANAG 4285.

Objective: The HFRS-S receiver data modem shall be capable of a minimum of two separate output channels compatible with WBHF MIL-STD-188-110D - Appendix F.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be capable of upper sideband (USB) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be capable of lower sideband (LSB) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be capable of continuous waveform (CW) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be capable of amplitude modulation (AM) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be capable of dual independent sideband (2-ISB) IAW MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be capable of automatic (upon equipment power on) built-in test (BIT) that encompasses all hardware modules by identifying faults to the lowest repairable unit.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol (IP) addressable via TCP/IP interface.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be capable of full remote control via TCP/IP.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be capable of remote operator-initiated BIT via TCP/IP interface.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be programmable/configurable via TCP/IP.

The HFRS-S receiver TCP/IP addressability shall have the ability to simultaneously operate locally and remotely via PC or Server-based virtual control.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be compatible with Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4).

Objective: The HFRS-S receiver shall utilize, or be upgradable via software or firmware, Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) via software/firmware update.

Objective: The HFRS-S receiver shall output digitized audio.

The HFRS-S receiver shall have a serial interface.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be capable of full remote control via serial interface The HFRS-S receiver shall be programmable/configurable via serial interface.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be JITC certified to comply with HF interoperability standards.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be JITC certified for MIL-STD-188-110D.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be JITC certified for MIL-STD-188-141D.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be JITC certified for MIL-STD-188-148B.

The HFRS-S receiver shall be JITC certified for MIL-STD-188-203-1A.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall conform to the VITA 49.2-2017 VITA Radio Transport standard.

1KW LINEAR POWER AMPLIFIER REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S configuration shall include a 1kW High Power LPA (minimum 1KW peak envelope power) with 100% duty cycle at rated power throughout the transceiver’s frequency spectrum.

The 1kW High Power LPA shall operate without a coupler to a broadband antenna.

The 1kW High Power LPA shall have operator selectable output level control.

The 1kW High Power LPA shall be capable of automatic (upon equipment power on) built-in test (BIT) that encompasses all hardware modules by identifying faults to the lowest repairable unit.

The 1kW High Power LPA shall be BIT capable allowing faults to be detected and then displayed on the exciter and third-party CMS.

The 1kW High Power LPA shall have a visual power indicator on front panel.

The 1kW High Power LPA shall have a visual hardware condition indicator on front panel.

The 1kW High Power LPA shall have a visual fault condition indicator on front panel, exciter and Third party CMS.

The 1kW High Power LPA shall have limited/reduced power operation upon module/component failure.

5KW LINEAR POWER AMPLIFIER REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S configuration shall include a 5kW High Power LPA (minimum 5kW peak envelope power) with 100% duty cycle at rated power throughout the transceiver’s frequency spectrum.

The 5kW High Power LPA shall operate without a coupler on a broadband antenna.

The 5kW High Power LPA shall have operator selectable output level control.

The 5kW High Power LPA shall be capable of automatic (upon equipment power on) built-in test (BIT) that encompasses all hardware modules by identifying faults to the lowest repairable unit.

The 5kW High Power LPA shall be BIT capable allowing faults to be detected and then displayed on the exciter and Third party CMS.

The 5kW High Power LPA shall have a visual power indicator on front panel, exciter and Third party CMS.

The 5kW High Power LPA shall have a visual hardware condition indicator on front panel, exciter and Third party CMS.

The 5kW High Power LPA shall have a visual fault condition indicator on front panel, exciter and Third party CMS.

The 5kW High Power LPA shall have limited/reduced power operation upon module/component failure.

10KW LINEAR POWER AMPLIFIER REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S configuration shall include a 10kW High Power LPA (minimum 10KW peak envelope power) with 100% duty cycle at rated power throughout the transceiver’s frequency spectrum.

The 10kW High Power LPA shall operate without a coupler on a broadband antenna.

The 10kW High Power LPA shall have operator selectable output level control.

The 10kW High Power LPA shall be capable of automatic (upon equipment power on) built-in test (BIT) that encompasses all hardware modules by identifying faults to the lowest repairable unit.

The 10kW High Power LPA shall be BIT capable allowing faults to be detected and then displayed on the exciter and Third party CMS.

The 10kW High Power LPA shall have a visual power indicator on front panel, exciter and Third party CMS.

The 10kW High Power LPA shall have a visual hardware condition indicator on front panel, exciter and Third party CMS.

The 10kW High Power LPA shall have a visual fault condition indicator on front panel, exciter and Third party CMS.

The 10kW High Power LPA shall have limited/reduced power operation upon module/component failure.

PRE/POST SELECTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR 1KW Comment by Kermitz, James A CIV USCG C5I SERVICE CENTER (USA): Pending further engineering review.

The Pre/Post Selector shall cover the frequency range of the transceiver.

The Pre/Post Selector shall be capable of up to1KW (peak envelope power) at 100% duty cycle at rated power throughout the transceiver’s frequency spectrum.

The Pre/Post Selector shall have a visual power indicator on front panel.

The Pre/Post Selector shall be capable of automatic (upon equipment power on) built-in test (BIT) that encompasses all hardware modules by identifying faults to the lowest repairable unit.

The Pre/Post Selector shall be BIT compatible allowing faults to be detected and then displayed on the Transceiver.

Objective: The Pre/Post Selector shall be BIT compatible allowing faults to be detected and relayed on IPV4 interface.

Objective: The Pre/Post Selector shall be BIT compatible, allowing faults to be detected and relayed on IPV6 interface.

POWER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS (1kW) If applicable, the HFRS-S power supply/s shall have a power factor correction greater than 95%.

INSTALLATION HARDWARE AND CABLING REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S power/signal cables shall be low smoke and zero halogen compliant in accordance with MIL-DTL-24643C.

The HFRS-S RF cables shall be low smoke and zero halogen compliant in accordance with MIL-DTL-17J.

MICROPHONE REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S shall include a compatible microphone for use with the transceiver.

The HFRS-S microphone shall have Push-to-Talk (PTT) capabilities.

1KW COMPONENT INTERFACE REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S transceiver shall comply with the IDD; Exhibit # 1 The HFRS-S transceiver shall provide transmit audio interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall provide receive audio interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall provide Key Line (PTT) interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall provide RF interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S receiver shall comply with the IDD.

The HFRS-S receiver shall provide receive audio interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S receiver shall provide RF interface/s in accordance with IDD.

5/10KW COMPONENT INTERFACE REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S transceiver shall comply with the IDD; Exhibit # 1 The HFRS-S transceiver shall provide transmit audio interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall provide receive audio interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall provide Key Line (PTT) interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall provide RF interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S transceiver shall accept external interlock signal from Transmitter Antenna Matrix in accordance with the IDD.

The HFRS-S receiver shall comply with the IDD.

The HFRS-S receiver shall provide receive audio interface/s in accordance with IDD.

The HFRS-S receiver shall provide RF interface/s in accordance with IDD.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Operating environment: The HFRS-S shall meet performance requirements during the applicable operating environments.

‘Controlled’ indicates that the environment in the compartment will be controlled and regulated.

Sheltered’ indicates that the equipment is in an enclosed compartment and will not be exposed to the outside weather.

The equipment shall meet requirements in Table 3 for a sheltered and controlled environment when mounted to the deck or rack. Environmental compliance criteria denoted as ‘Note in Response’ is required and compliance/test parameters shall be included for evaluation as part of the technical proposal.

TEMPERATURE

HUMIDITY

SHOCK

VIBRATION

+10 TO +35°C

80 % RH (NON-COND.)

NOTE IN RESPONSE

–20 TO 49°C

90% RH (NON-COND.)

TAILORED MIL-STD-810H, METHOD 501.7 AND 502.7

TAILORED MIL-STD-810H METHOD 507.6

TAILORED MIL-STD-810H, METHOD 516.8 (Half-Sine, TP Sawtooth, SRS, TWR) or

IEC 60068-2-27

MIL-STD-167, TYPE I / TAILORED MIL-STD-810H, METHOD 514.8 or

IEC 60068-2-6

Table 3

ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS AND SUSCEPTIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

The HFRS-S equipment shall meet applicable electromagnetic emissions susceptibility requirements in accordance with MIL-STD-461G. For emissions compliance, refer to specific requirements below:

The HFRS-S Transceiver shall comply with MIL-STD-461G: Sections CE102, CE106, CS101, CS114, RE101, RE102, RS101, and RS103.

The HFRS-S Receiver shall comply with MIL-STD-461G: Sections CE102, CE106, CS101, CS114, RE101, RE102, RS101, and RS103.

IDENTIFICATION AND LABELING REQUIREMENTS

Equipment shall be identified and labeled as per Exhibit 2 (REF 3.5.2) .packaging and marking instructions. Comment by Kermitz, James A CIV USCG C5I SERVICE CENTER (USA): This will be provided during RFP when released.

Equipment shall be identified and labeled in accordance with MIL-STD-15024F.

VENDOR DATA REQUIREMENTS

Technical Data (TD): This section defines the requirements for the Vendor to provide TD necessary to integrate the Vendor’s equipment into the design of Coast Guard Third party MCS. The Vendor’s TD shall include the following:

The contractor shall provide technical documentation describing installation, operation, data communication, data rights, and maintenance of the HFRS-S that meets the requirements in Exhibit 3 Technical Manual Contract Requirement (TMCR). Comment by Kermitz, James A CIV USCG C5I SERVICE CENTER (USA): This will be provided in RFP when released.

A unique assembly part number, nomenclature, serial number, and original equipment manufacturer Commercial and Government Entity Code (CAGE) Code for each repairable subassembly.

The contractor shall provide Interface Design Description (IDD) detailing all subassembly interfaces and external connections.

Documented overall component and system weight.

Electrical schematic of each power and data circuit.

Manual, technical publication, and/or catalogue data detailing the installation requirements for each piece of equipment.

Operator’s Manual Software Manual Recommended preventative maintenance periodicity and procedures at the Operational (field) level.

Objective: Illustrated Parts Breakdown- Identify parts associated with the equipment. An exploded illustrated parts breakdown shall show the location of the parts. The parts list shall identify the piece part of the illustration, quantity installed, nomenclature, designation, original manufacturer and manufacturer’s part number. Part numbers are not required for common hardware available from multiple sources, if adequate descriptive data is provided. Parts data listed in the technical manual shall be the same as listed on the hierarchical listing. If metric system components are provided, they shall be noted.

The system parts list.

All special tools and list of test equipment required to maintain and repair the end item. If not common tools or equipment available from multiple sources, a supply source shall be provided.

A list of all software/licenses needed to accomplish diagnostic testing. If not common software/licenses available from multiple sources, a supply source shall be provided.

Technical Manuals/Publications shall:

Completely describe the end item, end item’s equipment and/or piece parts as well as material, mechanical, electrical, dimensional characteristics, location, and their function within the assembly.

Include theory of operation, equipment and component set points and related technical information.

Include the following procedures to be carried out at the Operational (field) level: disassembly, lay-up procedures, component repair and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting guide.

Include parts schematic/line diagrams, and complete drawings and diagrams.

Be in accordance with TS 086, SFLC Standards specification 0860.

Provide to the Government in unlocked and editable PDF format all technical manuals/publications.

Data Submission Format: Drawings shall be submitted as electronic media.

Electronic media shall be in AutoCAD and at least Version 2009 or later.

Where electronic media is submitted, it shall be with the manufacturer’s permission to use the data on Coast Guard drawings.

Text files shall be provided in MICROSOFT WORD.

Spreadsheets shall be provided in MICROSOFT EXCEL.

Documentation supplied as electronic media shall be one (1) copy.

Any changes to components or subassembly part numbers shall be accompanied by all necessary version change documentation to the COR within 60 days of the component change. All TD requirements shall be met by the revised documentation.

ONBOARD REPAIR PARTS LISTING

The Vendor shall provide a recommended onboard repair parts (OBRP) list, in an MS Excel format, OBRP consists of all items required to conduct 1 year’s worth of OEM recommended maintenance that unit personnel can perform without additional special tools or technical support. Typical onboard spare parts include filters, bulbs, belts, and other general consumable items.

The Vendor shall supply the following for each item in the OBRP list: the OEM part number, CAGE Code, part description, National Stock Numbers for parts already identified in the Federal Stock System, shelf life, special material/operating requirements, quantity, estimated retail cost.

SYSTEM STOCK PARTS

The Vendor shall provide a recommended system stock parts list in MS Excel format. System stock parts are defined as material with delivery lead times over 45 days and manufacturer designated critical items. The system stock parts list shall be provided after contract award and shall include the OEM part number, CAGE Code, part description, National Stock Numbers for parts already identified in the Federal Stock System, shelf life, special material/operating requirements, quantity, individual part retail cost and complete list cost. The Government reserves the right to order part quantities less than or greater than the Vendor provided parts list.

PROVISIONING QUALITY CONTROL

The Vendor is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all items provided under this Contract. The Government reserves the right to implement provisioning quality control, which may include, but not be limited to physical validation of installed components and equipment’s nameplate characteristics data against Vendor purchase orders, construction or equipment drawings, labels and markings of equipment’s or components validated.

5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Vendor shall maintain an inspection system which shall ensure that each item offered to the Coast Guard for acceptance or approval conforms to the contract requirements. The inspection system shall be documented and available for review by the Coast Guard upon request. The Vendor shall maintain an inspection system which shall ensure that each item offered to the Coast Guard for acceptance or approval conforms to the contract requirements. The inspection system shall be documented and available for review by the Coast Guard upon request.

5. RESPONSIBILITY FOR COMPLIANCE

The tests and inspections identified herein shall become part of the Vendor’s overall inspection system or quality program. The absence of any test or inspection requirement in the Specification will not relieve the Vendor of the responsibility of assuring that all products or supplies submitted to the Government for acceptance comply with all requirements of the contract. Sampling for quality conformance does not authorize submission of known defective material (either indicated or actual) nor does it commit the government to acceptance of defective material.

Objective: Provide Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) test reports for adherence to MIL-STD-188-110D, MIL-STD-188-141D, MIL-STD-188-203-1A, MIL-STD-188-148B, and STANAG 5066.

6 WARRANTY

Warranty periods with terms and conditions.

Standard warranty shall be no less than 12 months.

Objective: 3 year extended warranty.

Objective: 5 year extended warranty.

7 TRAINING

PLACES OF PERFORMANCE:

Contractor’s Facility Various shore site Locations as needed (California, Alaska, Maine, Florida, Louisiana, Hawaii) C5ISC Facility, Portsmouth, VA Training Center Petaluma, CA

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

GENERAL

The Contractor shall provide the government initial operator and maintenance training at the contractor’s facility for up to 5 personnel per training request.

The Contractor shall provide the government operator and maintenance training during initial First Article testing for up to 5 personnel for each training (Operator and Maintenance).

Training at the First Article test site will serve as the operator and maintenance training acceptance for future installation locations.

TASK A: OPERATOR TRAINING Comment by Kermitz, James A CIV USCG C5I SERVICE CENTER (USA): Task A and B may be combined into a 5 day request as operators do not have access to the transmitters. Just basic remote control via our CMS.

The contractor shall provide an on-site training instructor for USCG personnel who are charged with the operation and configuration of the HF System. Students will consist of the operator and maintenance personnel.

General guidance shall consist of Instructor presentation with detailed information via a visual aid package. Items to present include but are not limited to:

· Identification and description of system components

· Explanation of user interfaces

· Set-up and configuration of communication plans

· Saving and recalling communication plans

· Demonstration of all HF System capabilities

· Demonstration of how changes during operations are made

· Identify the primary references utilized for specific shipboard tasks

· Performance and configuration of ALE operations.

· Demonstration of transmitting, receiving, channel selection, power selection, squelch implementation, display management, etc.

A typical training scenario will consist of one-to-two-day operational training.

Upon course completion students will demonstrate comprehension of the system by performing specific tasks and operations.

TASK B: MAINTENANCE TRAINING

The contractor shall provide an on-site training instructor for USCG personnel who are charged with the maintenance and configuration of the HF System. Students will consist of the unit and local shore maintenance personnel.

General guidance shall consist of Instructor presentation with detailed information via a visual aid package with the primary focus being maintenance and troubleshooting. Items to present include but are not limited to:

· Identification, location and description of system sub-components

· Explanation of Built-In Tests

· Demonstration of Fault Isolation

· Demonstration of System Performance

· Demonstration of General Purpose Test Equipment used with HF System

· Explanation of Lowest Repairable Equipment Modules

· Demonstration of Preventive Maintenance Actions

· Demonstration of Corrective Maintenance Actions

· Demonstration of Software Update Process

· Demonstration of Firmware Update Process

· Demonstration of Cyber Security Patch implementation

· Demonstration of measuring performance such as; power out, sensitivity, VSWR, frequency measurements, etc.

A typical training scenario will consist of two to three day maintenance training. Comment by Kermitz, James A CIV USCG C5I SERVICE CENTER (USA): NTE 5 days Upon course completion students will demonstrate comprehension of the system by performing specific preventive and corrective maintenance actions.

TASK C: SYSTEM SUPPORT

The contractor shall provide on-site systems engineer support during scheduled HF training sessions and provide the necessary level of support to ensure that the installed systems are properly programmed, configured, and integrated for proper operation.

A typical scenario will consist of one day system evaluation and deficiency correction prior to training sessions.

GOVERNMENT:

Unit installed equipment should be used to the fullest extent for operator and maintainer training.

In the event unit HF suites are not available the government shall provide a classroom space for the operator and maintenance training.

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED EQUIPMENT:

The contractor shall provide a classroom mock-up of equipment necessary for each training session if the unit HF suite is not available.

The contractor is responsible for the transportation of all equipment and material. Due to the delicacy of the equipment involved, the contractor shall make maximum use of ground transportation whenever possible.

CONTRACTOR FURNISHED MATERIAL:

The contractor shall provide all student paper training materials / handouts that may be necessary for a successful training curriculum.

The contractor shall provide the government electronic (MS Word or PDF version) and paper copy of the training presentations, training materials, handouts and instructor guides.

The contractor shall draft and submit for approval a course critique form for Operator and Maintenance classes.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel will be required and will be reimbursed in accordance with the JTR. The total dollar amount for travel and subsistence/per diem shall not exceed the negotiated Not-To-Exceed amount identified.

Actual dates of travel will be determined based on the availability of the contractor, shore site, classroom, and COR.

DATA DELIVERABLES:

The contractor shall provide an electronic and paper copy of the student roster.

Draft visit messages will be submitted to the COR via email at 10-21 days prior to the scheduled visit and finalized/confirmed at least 7 days prior to travel commencing.

Class critiques shall be submitted to the COR via email.

8 DIMINISHING MANUFACTURING SOURCES AND MATERIAL SHORTAGE (DMSMS) MONITORING (HW/SW) DMSMS is defined as the loss or impending loss of manufacturers of items or suppliers of items or raw materials. For the purposes of this requirement, DMSMS and obsolescence are used interchangeably.

The Contractor shall assist the Coast Guard in implementing an aggressive, proactive approach to DMSMS and its impact on HFRS-S. The Contractor shall provide a four-tier approach focusing on the following concepts. The Contractor shall, at a minimum of 18 months in advance:

Identify and notify the USCG of parts to be discontinued Document/verify that no other sources of supply exist Accomplish an options analysis Identify steps to implement resolution.

The Contractor shall find suitable replacement components of DMSMS items and minimize the amount of design changes necessary to maintain the deployed HFRS-S’ functionality baseline and component baseline. The Contractor may be required to deliver a quarterly DMSMS report describing recommendations and solutions.

The DMSMS effort shall be performed in accordance with non-repairable Common Criteria Evaluation and Validation Scheme (CCEVS) approved components and information assurance (IA) accredited/certified processes. For non-IA enabled components, form, fit, function replacements shall be investigated.

The Contractor shall provide integration assistance when requested by the Contracting Officer and COR for identified DMSMS items.

9 ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE (EA) COMPLIANCE

This is a list of EA Architecture Compliance language agreed upon between Components and HQ DHS to be used in preparing SOW, PWS & SOO for IT acquisitions & services. The following Components (CBP & USCG) have their own customized version listed below that shall be used. All other Components shall use the DHS Enterprise Architecture Compliance language that follows:

DHS ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE COMPLIANCE

All solutions and services shall meet DHS Enterprise Architecture policies, standards, and procedures. Specifically, the contractor shall comply with the following HLS EA requirements:

All developed solutions and requirements shall be compliant with the HLS EA.

All IT hardware and software shall be compliant with the HLS EA Technical Reference Model (TRM) Standards and Products Profile.

Description information for all data assets, information exchanges and data standards, whether adopted or developed, shall be submitted to the Enterprise Data Management Office (EDMO) for review, approval and insertion into the DHS Data Reference Model and Enterprise Architecture Information Repository.

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