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Mission Management System Industry Day -12/7/15
Questions Submitted by Attendees
Answers
Will there be additional Industry Days?
There will NOT be any additional Industry Days.
When is the RFP expected to be released?
The anticipated RFP release date is 4 Jan 2016.
Will there be any Industry Days more specific to Aircraft Platforms and installation?
There will NOT be any additional Industry Days.
What is the schedule for the Final RFP and the rest of the promised/planned Minotaur information?
The anticipated RFP release date is 4 Jan 2016. All information regarding the Minotaur was discussed at the Industry Day, or will be available in the Statement of Work / Performance Specification.
Does the Government expect to issue the final RFP before December 31, 2015
No. Anticipated release is 4 Jan 2016.
When will the final RFP be released?
The anticipated RFP date is 4 Jan 2016.
Is there a preferred radar for use? SeaVue, Selex?
There is no preferred radar for the MEA.
Which radars are currently integrated with Minotaur, and does the current integration include the Air-to-Air mode?
SeaVue and SeaSpray. There is no air-to-air capability at this time. Offerors are encouraged to propose their best solution.
What sensors is Minotaur currently working with successfully at AMO? How many total aircraft?
Currently SeaVue, SeaSpray. Offerors are encouraged to propose their best solution. Minotaur is operational in one MEA.
What types of radar have been interfaced with Minotaur?
SeaVue and SeaSpray.
What EO/IR sensors have been interfaced with Minotaur?
There are a number of EO/IR sensors that have interfaced with the Minotaur. A complete list is not available, however this should not prevent offerors from proposing their best solution.
Will contractor be responsible for clearing the modification through FAA (STC)
The contractor will be responsible for clearing the airworthiness approval of modifications through FAA including STCs.
What documentation will be provided by the TDA to support training etc?
Operator manuals will be provided by the TDA.
How long do JHU expect the integration/test/selloff related efforts to take?
The timeline for the integration will depend on the type of sensor proposed (and its ICDs). If the sensor is new to us it may take longer than 90 days, but the Government is using that timeline as a baseline and will work with the offerors.
What is expected of JHU participation in SRR/PDR/CDR?
The TDA will attend, participate and contribute during the SRR, PDR and CDR.
What is a reasonable time industry should assume for Minotaur integration and verification?
The timeline for the integration will depend on the type of sensor proposed (and its ICDs). If the sensor is new to us it may take longer than 90 days, but the Government is using that timeline as a baseline and will work with the offerors.
Who is responsible for ensuring Minotaur can function/integrate new sensors that it does not currently utilize or perform testing on same? The TDA or Contractor?
TDA will ensure that Minotaur can ingest data provided by the sensor.
Has TDA been tasked to produce the GFE?
Government will provide the GFE.
Will there be an Industry Day for the rest of the system?
There will be NO additional Industry Days.
Does the CBP plan on answering all the previously submitted questions in writing?
No. The only written answers are those that we posted to FBO for the Draft RFP. Although no further written answers will be provided, many questions/comments were used to make improvements to the solicitation documents.
Mark mentioned RFP will be out soon. Please give us some indication of soon, DEC 2015? Q1 2016?
The anticipated RFP date is 4 Jan 2016..
What is the weight of the Minotaur processors?
Exact weight is unknown, but estimated to be around 40 lbs. for the single 4U processor.
What LETC units does Minotaur support?
LETC will not be addressed during the Industry Day. Information regarding this capability must be distributed independently to vendors registered to the FBO.GOV "Interested Vendors List" Additional information will be provided in the Performance Specification with the final RFP
Is there a Minotaur (for MEA) development schedule? Can we see it?
There is no Minotaur development schedule.
Are there planned improvements in the next 12 months?
The Minotaur is in its baseline configuration, however improvements will likely be made in the future. Information regarding future Minotaur improvements are not relevant to this requirement.
Will interface control documents (ICDs) be provided to offerors prior to the RFP?
No.
Will Offerors be allowed to communicate with JPL prior to the RFP?
No. Questions should be directed to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist only
Will the hardware and software ICD's for the minotaur be made available as part of the final RFP?
No.
Are there requirements for external cooling (i.e. fans) to dissipate heat created by the Minotaur?
External and internal cooling requirements are addressed in the Performance Specification and Statement of Work
Are there any requirements for shock mounting GFE components within the equipment rack(s)?
Shock mounting requirements will be in the Statement of Work.
Does the Minotaur have the capability to operate sensors remotely? Is this anticipated?
Minotaur has the capability, however use of this capability is not anticipated in this action.
Which radar units does Minotaur currently support?
SeaVue, and SeaSpray. Offerors are encouraged to propose their best solution.
Are there any plans to optimize the Minotaur hardware to move away from the 19" rack mount form factors?
Rack mount dimensions may change in the future, but is not a concern for this acquisition.
Will the SWAPC be in the final RFP?
All available SWAP characteristics re provided within the SOW.
How is information transferred between aircraft? - Direct Datalink - BLOS - Iridium?
BLOS
What have been the technical issues/challenges experienced thus far in the integration of Minotaur on the existing MEA?
There have been no significant technical issues with the integration of Minotaur.
Is Minotaur available for contractors to test functionality prior to the RFP?
No.
How long does the TDA expect the test of full Minotaur operation to take?
Test procedures are provided in the SOW and SPEC.
Which radar is installed, and what radar modes are fully integrated, e.g. SAR, ISAR, GMTI, Air-to-Air?
SAR, ISAR and GMTI are available. There is no Air-to-Air requirement
Which EO/IR?
There are a number of EO/IR sensors that have interfaced with the Minotaur. A complete list is not available, however this should not prevent offerors from proposing their best solution
How long did Minotaur integration take (e.g. no. of weeks)?
With the break, MEA #5 took 2-3 months not including some hardware design and reconfiguration.
With respect to Minotaur, how much change to the current draft RFP should we expect?
One major change is the level of effort to be performed by the TDA for MEA #1. The Q&A during the Draft RFP indicated that the TDA would physically complete the integration for MEA #1. This is incorrect. The Contractor shall be responsible for integration on all MEAs. The TDA will perform no hands on effort. Will provide oversight/instruction/support only. Suggest all offerors read all technical documents in detail when the final RFP is released.
Will the 7 inch GFE monitor be STC'd upon delivery to industry?
The Government will provide an air-worthy monitor, however the contractor will be responsible for certification of the installation.
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