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| M67854-14-R-6002 AIDATS DRAFT RFP QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS - 14 MAR 14 | |||||
| Question Number | Document and Section | Paragraph | Question/Issue/Concern | Answers | |
| 1 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System, 25 November 2013. Section 3 | 3.2.1.3.1 M48 3.2.1.3.2 M240 | Is it possible to provide the spectral and luminance characteristics for the M48 and M240 tracer rounds in order to calculate the required sensor responsivity? | The specification has been updated to call out the specific 50 cal tracer and the 7.62 mm tracer that has to be seen by the sensors. The composition of the tracers is available upon request provided the requestor meets the requirements of the distribution statement on the documents. The spectral and luminance characteristics cannot be provided as they are not called out in the tracer specification. | |
| 2 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System, 25 November 2013. Section 3 | 3.2.2.1.14 Thermal Sight Video Output. 3.2.3.12 Day Camera Video Output | DVI and HDMI video signaling are not commonly available on industrial cameras and are not adapted for rugged cabling and interconnect. . Is there a possibility of using alternate industry-standard digital video interfaces, such as SDI, that are distributed on conventional shielded coax? | The requirement for thermal sight and day camera video output is DVI or HDMI. An alternate such as SDI cannot be used. | |
| 3 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System, 25 November 2013. Section 3 | 3.2.2.1.7 Electronic Zoom | The electronic horizontal FOV requirement of 3.56± 0.1 degrees is very specific and unique, which may increase development and recurring costs through the use of specialized processing. Is there a wider range of FOV values that would meet the system operational requirements? | The tolerance band in the specification has been revised to read a range of 3.55 to 4.00. | |
| 4 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System, 25 November 2013. Section 3 | 3.2.3.10.2 Infrared Pointer | If possible, please specify whether the day camera will be used for viewing the IR pointer at night or in low light. The infrared response of day cameras is typically blocked out by an IR Cut filter in order to provide true color and maintain a sharp image. Removing the IR Cut filter would allow a pointer with the specified wavelengths to be viewed as a dot on an otherwise black screen. | The intention of this objective requirement is to view the IR pointer in low light conditions when using the color day camera. | |
| 5 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System, 25 November 2013. Section 3 | 3.2.4.3 Display Size | Assuming the physical enclosure envelope is not exceeded, is it permissible to provide a diagonal viewing area larger than 8 inches? | The specification is being revised to state a minimum viewing diagonal of 6.4 inches and no maximum. The specification will also give an overall space claim for the display. If a display with a diagonal viewing area larger than 8 inches fits within the maximum display envelope of the specification then it would be acceptable. | |
| 6 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System, 25 November 2013. Section 3 | 3.2.4.5 Resolution | The listed minimum display resolution implies an aspect ratio of 4:3. Are other aspect ratios permitted if higher display resolutions are provided? | Yes, other aspect ratios are permitted if higher resolutions are provided. The system still has to meet all the other requirements of the specification. | |
| 7 | RFP | Section B | No spares required on CLIN 0033 or 0034 for Power Filter Module? | Sub-CLINs for the Power Filter Module have been added to the RFP in Option CLINs 0033 and 0034. | |
| 8 | RFP | Section C, 3.2.6 | Correct to assume that Production Readiness Review is CLIN 002 only | Yes, the Production Readiness Review (PRR) will be performed during LRIP (CLIN 0002) for the Government to assess the contractor's ability to meet full rate production quantities. Option CLIN 0003, which was previously reserved in the RFP, has been revised to add the PRR, which includes CDRL B00M. | |
| 9 | RFP | Section C, 3.7.2.1 | Paragraph reads as refurbishment is included in the pricing on the CLIN but is only required if directed by PCO. Is this the proper reading of this text? | The paragraph has been rewitten to state the refurbishment, if required, shall be accomplished as part of Year 1 Contractor Logistics Support Option CLIN. | |
| 10 | RFP | Section C, 3.3.1 | Will there be any contractor support required for SSSTRP or WSERSB? | No. | |
| 11 | RFP | Section H-6 | As an example, CLIN 16 says it will be awarded within 180 days of completion of CLIN 0002. Is it correct to assume this means “will be awarded no later than 180 days prior to the completion of CLIN 0002”? | No. Option CLIN 0016 will be awarded "after" completion of CLIN 0002. RFP revised for clarity. | |
| 12 | RFP | Section H-6 | Text prior to the table is clear that options are not dependent on any other options, but the dates for award conflict with this by defining award date based on the prior CLIN being awarded. | Option CLINs are dependent on successful completion of other CLINs and/or Option CLINs. i.e. Option CLIN 0016 will only be exercised after the successful completion of CLIN 0002. RFP revised for clarity. | |
| 13 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 2.2.2 | Document number for Display Mount needs to be updated, currently is “WWWWW” | Specification has been updated to replace the "WWWWW". The specification calls out the correct drawing (12437340). This drawing will be provided upon request when the RFP is released. | |
| 14 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 3.2.1.1.1 | Is the ON-OFF required to be a knob style control feature, or is switch or push button acceptable? | The ON-OFF function shall be controlled by a knob. A switch or push button is unacceptable. The knob shall also control the display brightness in addition to the on/off function (3.2.1.11.a.) Specification has been updated to clarify this requirement. | |
| 15 | Suggest wording change to specify on/off “control”. | The ON-OFF function shall be controlled by a knob. A switch or push button is unacceptable. The knob shall also control the display brightness in addition to the on/off function (3.2.1.11.a.) Specification has been updated to clarify this requirement. | |||
| 16 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 3.2.1.1.2 | No requirement specified for display, electronics and day camera “ON time” for temps below 0 C. Is 60 second requirement for the thermal sight applicable for entire system at temps below 0 C? | Paragragraph 3.2.1.1.2 has been changed to read; "Once the AIDATS is turned on, the display, electronics, and color day camera shall power up and display a fully operational image with reticle in less than 10 seconds at temperatures from 0 degrees Celsius and above. Once the AIDATS is turned on, the display, electronics, and color day camera shall power up and display a fully operational image with reticle in less than 60 seconds at temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius. The thermal sight shall power up and provide a fully operational image with reticle in less than 60 seconds (Threshold (T)) over the full operating temperature range, 10 seconds (Objective (O)) at temperatures above 0 degrees Celsius. The day camera imagery shall be displayed when the system is first turned on." | |
| 17 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 3.2.1.2.1 | How are stationary vehicle operations defined? Engine OFF or Idle? If at idle, what stabilization capabilities are assumed for the SCWS? In other words, what level of jitter should be modeled into the performance models? | The specification will be updated to call out engine off and the jitter level. The level of jitter used in the model shall be zero. | |
| 18 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 3.2.1.2.1 | Notes for Table 1 indicate NVTHERM analysis should be without considering Automatic Pixel Integration but 3.2.2.1.12.3 states API, if offered, shall be active at all times. If API is offered, can analysis consider API? | No, to meet the range requirement API cannot be used in the NV IPM analysis. However, if API is offered, the offeror shall also model this performance to highlight the additional performance that is provided. | |
| 19 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 3.2.1.6 | Recommend clarifying that system will switch only between active video signals, skipping any video input without a valid signal. | Paragraph changed to read; "When switching between video inputs, if the video input is not active, then the system shall automatically go to the next active video input." | |
| 20 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 3.2.1.16 | Where does SCWS weapon orientation data come from? How is the information displayed to the TC? Text? Icons? | This is a objective requirement. Orientation data is available (RS 232) from the SCWS Weapon Station Control Unit. The information is currently not displayed to the TC and if the offeror proposes to meet this requirement, it shall be displayed as an Icon on the display. | |
| 21 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 3.2.2.1.13 | Recommend FPA Operability Regions be changed to be consistent with TWS II specification: | Paragraph 3.2.2.1.13 has been changed. | |
| 22 | Region 1 = .0938 * X Pixels Horizontal and .208* Y Pixels Vertical | The figure in paragraph 3.2.2.1.13 has been changed for Region 1 = .0938 * X and .208 * Y. | |||
| 23 | Region 2 = .50 * X and .50 * Y | The figure in paragraph 3.2.2.1.13 has been changed for Region 2 = .50 * X and .50 * Y. | |||
| 24 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 3.2.3.6 | Can zoom be optical if available? | Yes, provided the design meets all of the other requirements within the Specification. Paragraphs 3.2.3.6 and 3.2.2.1.7 have been changed to allow optical or electronic zoom. There will only be three FOVs for the system. | |
| 25 | Performance Specification for the M1A1 Abrams Integrated Display and Targeting System – 25 November 2013 | 3.7.8 | Recommend deletion of RS105 test requirement since there is no performance requirement in the specification that drives this test requirement. | RS 105 test requirement has been removed from the specification. | |
| 26 | Draft_RFP_6_Jan_14, section M | M-2.1.1 | How are Threshold vs Objective requirements scored? Is this a step function or will partial scoring be given for performance between T and O requirements? | Refer to Sections M-3 and M-4 , which provides details on how Technical/Management will be evaluated. | |
| 27 | 3.2 Performance | 3.2.1.15 and 3.1.2.16 | Cable drawing 11023F1031 does not include any information about data necessary from other vehicle equipment to perform some of the functions identified in the specification, including but not limited to Round Counter (3.2.1.15) and SCWS Orientation (3.2.1.16. Is it your intent to supply that data to AIDATS? | Cable drawing 11023F1031 is for power from the tank. The objective requirement for Round Counter will be internal to the AIDATS system. The data for the objective requirement for SCWS orientation will be provided at the SCWS Weapon Station Control Unit and will be provided in RS 232 format. | |
| 28 | 3.2 Performance | 3.2.2.1.12.2, 3.2.2.1.12.3 and 3.2.3.10.3 | Advanced Signal Processing (3.2.2.1.12.2) for the thermal camera and Automatic Pixel Integration (3.2.2.1.12.3, 3.2.3.10.3) for both cameras are mentioned. Is there a specific measurable requirement or it is just about how the video signal is to be generated within the processing software? | Automatic Pixel Integration (API) is an objective requirement for both sensors and are not measurable requirements. There is not a measurable requirement for Advanced Signal Processing (ASP). The offeror shall include their approach for ASP in their proposal on how the video signal is generated within the processing software. If the offeror elects to propose a solution for API, that shall be included in their proposal as well. | |
| 29 | 3.2 Performance | 3.2.4.3 | A large percentage of the existing display population is just outside both limits of the size requirements of the specified display (3.2.4.3). Is this requirement based solely on the available space claim? | The specification is being revised to state a minimum viewing diagonal of 6.4 inches and no maximum. The specification will also give an overall space claim for the display. If a display with a diagonal viewing area larger than 8 inches fits within the maximum display envelope of the specification then it would be acceptable. | |
| 30 | 3.4 SCWS | n/a | With regard to space claim of all LRU’s, will you be providing models or drawings defining space claim available, along with complete mounting information for all LRU’s? Space claim models should include FOV paths from other non-AIDATS equipment referenced (3.4) and how they relate to the weapon excursion limits. | Models and drawings that define the space claim will not be provided. Space claim information for the thermal sight and day camera will not be provided; all other LRU space claim information will be provided. Mounting interfaces in the form of drawings for all LRU's are called out in the specification. The mounting interface drawings will be available upon request once the RFP is released. | |
| 31 | n/a | n/a | Routing length of cables for interconnect between LRU’s is currently not defined. Will you be defining routing parameters, along with any othe4rs, along with any othe4r pertinent form / fit / function perameters necessary to meet requiremer pertinent form / fit / function parameters necessary to meet requirements? | Routing length of cables will not be provided and is dependent on the offeror's proposed design and part of the offeror's proposal. The routing parameters, along with other pertinent information, will not be provided. The offeror's ability to understand and offer a design that meets the requirements of the specification will be evaluated during source selection. | |
| 32 | 3.2.1.4 System Latency | 3.2.1.4 System Latency | How much is the maximum latency (30fps) | System latency is 70 milliseconds maximum. | |
| 33 | 3.2.1.7.2 FOV Match | 3.2.1.7.2 FOV Match | How much FOV dismatch (%) is allowed | See paragragh 3.2.3.2 for FOV mismatch requirements. | |
| 34 | 3.2.3.10.2 Infrared Pointer | 3.2.3.10.2 Infrared Pointer | How is the requirement for the performance of the image quality at 820 nm to 860 nm | This is an objective requirement and if the offeror proposes a solution, compliance shall be verified in accordance with paragragh 4.2.3.10.2 using an AN/PEQ-15 or AN/PEQ-16. | |
| 35 | 3.2.3.10.2 Infrared Pointer | 3.2.3.10.2 Infrared Pointer | How shall be the sensitivity. It is necessary to have the same sens. over the whole spectral range from 820 to 860 nm | This is an objective requirement and if the offeror proposes a solution, the design has to be able to operate in the 820-860 nm range to see the AN/PEQ-15 or AN/PEQ-16 beam. The sensitivity of the day camera over 820-860 range shall be defined in the offeror's proposal. | |
| 36 | 3.2.3.12 Day Camera Video Output | 3.2.3.12 Day Camera Video Output | What is the nec. resolution (NTSC, PAL, XGA | The resolution of the day camera, at a minimium, has to enable the system to meet the threshold requirement for detection and identification ranges of the specification. | |
| 37 | 3.5.2.2 Day Camera | 3.5.2.2 Day Camera | What is the maximum allowed | The maximum is 4.0 pounds, as stated in the specification. | |
| 38 | Draft Spec | Overall | There is a significant level of specificity in the definition of the 3 LRUs. Has the government identified LRUs that meet these specifications? If so, can those LRUs be provided as GFE? | The Government has not identified LRUs that meet these requirements and they will not be provided as GFE. | |
| 39 | Draft Spec | 2.2.2 | Regarding the drawings and other publications listed: The documents are not available online at Assist.daps.dla.mil. Can electronic or hard copy versions of these documents be provided prior to the RFP release? | The document list has been updated. The documents/drawings will be provided upon request once the RFP is released. | |
| 40 | Draft Spec | 3.1 | "The display receives vehicle power from the cable assembly 1W215-M J1 connector." Will this be a requirement or can this cable assembly be modified and rerouted to the power filter module? | Power for the AIDATS system will be provided at the cable assembly 1W215-M J1 connector; it cannot be modified. Parargraph 3.1 has been rewritten to state "Power for the AIDATS system shall be provided from the cable assembly 1W215-M J1 connector." The cable assembly can be routed to the power filter module (if not incorporated in the display). | |
| 41 | Draft Spec | 3.1 | Is Figure 1 a notional architecture? | Yes, it is notional and the specification has been revised. | |
| 42 | Draft Spec | 3.1 | Ref. Figure 1, due to the definition and callout of "system display/processor" is it considered viable to address this with two LRUs that effectively mate to a single install? | No. The processor shall be internal to the display. | |
| 43 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.1.1 | "The system shall have an on/off knob." Can the knob be a button or toggle switch? | The ON-OFF fucntion shall be controlled by a knob. A switch or push button is unacceptable. The knob shall also control the display brightness in addition to the on/off function (3.2.1.11.a.) Specification has been updated to clarify this requirement. | |
| 44 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.2.1 | If a very high resolution imager is used, can e-zoom be used for the NVTherm IP prediction for NFOV? | No, e-zoom cannot be used per note "d" of paragraph 3.2.1.2.1. | |
| 45 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.2.2 | If a very high resolution imager is used, can e-zoom be used to meet range requirements for NFOV? | No, e-zoom cannot be used per note "f" of paragraph 3.2.1.2.2. | |
| 46 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.3 | Is thermal signature data available to perform analysis on? | No, the thermal signature data is not available. The specification has been updated to call out the specific 50 cal tracer and the 7.62 mm tracer that has to be seen by the sensors. | |
| 47 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.8.1.1 and 3.2.1.8.1.2 | Does this mean the camera is manually adjusted to within 15 mrad mechanically, then locked down? | The coarse adjustment mechanism for the thermal and the day sensor has to have the capability to cover a range of +/- 15 mrads in both elevation and azimuth. The operators will do a coarse boresight adjustment using this capability to align each sensor to as close as possible to zero in both axes and then lock it down. | |
| 48 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.8.4 | This seems to be saying that the excursion is allowed up to 20 mr and must return after firing to “no” excursion. What is the actual numeric value of “no” excursion (precision) as utilization of image processing (for qualification testing) would allow subpixel accuracy in determining any change in LOS pointing. Recommend that excursion be defined in either millirads or pixels as a maximum. For example, post firing excursion shall not exceed 0.25 pixels in NFOV. | This requirement has been eliminated from the specification. | |
| 49 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.8.4 | How often is the SCWS gun re-boresighted? | In context to the requirements of 3.2.1.8.4, this requirement has been eliminated from the specification. | |
| 50 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.9 | From prior efforts, it is considered needful to have greater information about the location, size, shape and color of the symbology in section 3.2.1.9 | At the postaward conference, PdM Tanks will provide imagery of the exisiting 50 Cal Remote Thermal Sight Symbology that will identify the location of the symbology and approximate size/shape. The color of the symbology shall be white or black and match the color of the reticle. | |
| 51 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.9(h) | Is digital pointing data for the main gun and the SCWS available for interface to the AIDATS system? | Yes, the pointing data for the main gun and the SCWS is available from the SCWS Weapon Station Control Unit. The input signal will be RS232 and is coming from the SCWS Weapon Station Control Unit. This is an objective requirement. | |
| 52 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.10.3 | Does the angular line width size of the reticle stay the same in the zoomed mode (zooming the reticle as well)? | Yes, the line width of the reticle stays the same when zoomed. | |
| 53 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.12 and 3.2.1.13 | Will an M1A1 vehicle be made available to support EMD efforts during program performance? | Yes, an M1A1 vehicle will be available at Ft. AP Hill, VA, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD, and Picatinny, NJ. | |
| 54 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.15 | Please provide the vibration spectrum of the gun fire for both weapon types when affixed to the turret at the desired imager locations. | The vibration spectrum for this objective requirement is not available. If an offeror proposes to meet this objective requirement, the Government will make an M1A1 with SCWS available. | |
| 55 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.16 | Similar to section 3.2.1.9 (h), whose system determines the orientation between the SCWS and the main gun? | This is an objective requirement. The input signal will be RS232 and is coming from the SCWS Weapon Station Control Unit. The AIDATS will use this information to display the orientation of the SCWS to the main gun using an Icon on the display. | |
| 56 | Draft Spec | 3.2.1.16 | There does not appear to be IO specified between the main gun and the AIDATS. Is main gun orientation to be interpolated or is there an unidentified communication path? | This is an objective requirement. The input signal will be RS232 and is coming from the SCWS Weapon Station Control Unit. | |
| 57 | Draft Spec | 3.2.2.1.2 | Focus is inspecific. It is requested a numerical definition of focus be provided. Generally this can be done by providing an infinity MTF requirement and a constraint of ~% degradation over the operating range (near field, corners, etc.). Can this be provided in some format that is user independent? | The requirement will remain as written. The offeror shall address, in their proposal, their system ability to meet the requirement and should identify the MTF degradation over the range. | |
| 58 | Draft Spec | 3.2.2.1.2.5.a and 3.2.3.4.5a | Please elaborate on the requirement for two-speed focus. Simple, low-cost algorithms will allow the imager to focus quickly if overshooting is allowed. Please clarify why overshooting is not allowed. | In the slow speed adjustment, the system shall not overshoot. In the high speed adjustment, overshooting is allowed. | |
| 59 | Draft Spec | 3.2.2.1.9 and 3.2.3.8 | Are the lens covers to be removed and stored manually, or is the expectation that the cover can be removed remotely while in closed-hatch operations? | Paragraphs 3.2.2.1.9 and 3.2.3.8 have been rewritten to state the lens cover will be manually removed. | |
| 60 | Draft Spec | 3.2.2.1.12.1 | How constrained is the AGC/ALC? Is there a preference to type? | AGC/ALC is not constrained and there is no preference. The AGC/ALC shall cover the whole image displayed. The offeror shall present their AGC/ALC approach for evaluation in their proposal. | |
| 61 | Draft Spec | 3.2.2.1.12.3 | Define precisely the preferred method of pixel integration. There are multiple solutions that fall under this declarative title. It is requested that this be better defined in order to appropriately estimate effort for implementation. | This is an objective requirement and the offeror shall propose their solution, if they intend to meet the requirement. | |
| 62 | Draft Spec | 3.2.3.6 | This requirement should read day camera, rather than thermal camera. | Paragraph has been corrected to read "day" camera. | |
| 63 | Draft Spec | 3.2.3.10.2 | What optical power is the infrared pointer operating with? Or the expected back reflection. | This is an objective requirement and if the vendor proposes a solution, compliance shall be verified in accordance with paragragh 4.2.3.10.2 using an AN/PEQ-15 or AN/PEQ-16. | |
| 64 | Draft Spec | 3.2.3.15 | Please verify that the difference between 65 degrees to horizon for the visible camera and 20 degrees for the thermal (ref section 3.2.2.1.4) is correct. | Requirements are correct. | |
| 65 | Draft Spec | 3.2.4.8.3 | Is there a specific connector mating associated with this port? | There is no specific connector mating associated with this port. | |
| 66 | Draft Spec | 3.3.1.3 | Is there a power budget alleviation for cold conditions? | No, the current draw shall not exceed four amps over the operating temperature range, which covers the cold conditions of the specification. | |
| 67 | Draft Spec | 3.5.2.1 and 3.5.2.2 | Is the bracket in 3.3.2.1 and 3.3.2.2 included in the mounting solution weight? If yes, how much does each bracket weigh? | The equilibrator bracket (drawing 13052895) called out in 3.3.2.1 is not included in the weight allocation for the thermal sight. The cradle axel (13048684) called out in 3.3.2.2 is not included in the weight allocation of the day camera. The mounting bracket for the day camera, whether contractor designed or using the Government informational drawing, is included in the weight allocation for the day camera. Paragraphs 3.3.2.1 and 3.3.2.2 have been rewritten to swap the location of the sensors. | |
| 68 | Draft Spec | 3.5.2 | Is there a weight requirement for the display and A Kit? | No, there is not a weight requirement for the display and the A-Kit. However, the offeror's display and A-kit shall meet the vibration and shock requirements called out in the specification. | |
| 69 | Draft Spec | 3.6.10 and 3.6.11 | Will the sand and dust testing be conducted with the lens cover on or off? | 3.6.10 and 3.6.11 have been rewritten to call out the lens covers will be on during exposure to the dust and sand test. | |
| 70 | Draft Spec | 3.9.1.5 | If these functions are not performed mechanically does the requirement to record the number of instances still stand? | Yes. | |
| 71 | Draft Spec | 3.10.1.4 | Magnesium is a common alloying element in aluminum alloys. Is the intent to specify that magnesium and its alloys are not to be used, but magnesium as an alloying element is permissible? | Requirement changed to read; "The system shall not contain any thorium." | |
| 72 | Draft Spec | 4.0 | Will the government provide at no charge to the contractor access to a tank for requirements validation? Will GFE be provided upon request for items necessary to complete the required work ? | Yes, after contract award, a tank will be available to the contractor at no charge. An M1A1 vehicle is available at the following locations; Ft. AP Hill, VA, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD, and Picatinny, NJ. There is no anticipated GFE requirements at this time, however, a GFE request will be considered, if necessary. | |
| 73 | Draft Spec | 4.2.1.3 | Will the government perform these tests with contractor support? | The government will perform these tests at APG and the contractor may witness the test, if desired. | |
| 74 | Draft RFP, Section C | 3.3.1.2 SOW | Is contractor format acceptable for CDRLs A002, B001 and C001, if it provides the content required by DI-SAFT-80102B? | Yes. | |
| 75 | Draft RFP, Section C | 3.3.2 SOW | A limited number of specific materials are addressed in the paragraph. In addition to these, is there a required hazardous/toxic materials list for the program or vehicle, or should the contractor use their own internal list? | The contractor should use their own internal list. | |
| 76 | Draft RFP, Section C | 3.7 SOW | Can the results of the Reliability Qualification test and the Reliability FAT be combined to demonstrate the required MTBF @ 80% confidence? | No. They are two separate reliability tests that shall not be combined to show they meet the MTBF requirement. | |
| 77 | Draft RFP, Section C | 3.7.2 SOW | In the event of changes requiring additional FAT, would additional reliability testing also be required? | The Government cannot give a yes or no answer to this response because it depends on the extent of the change that is being proposed. In the event changes are made to the AIDATS that require additional FAT testing, the Government will determine if additional reliability testing will be required based on the change proposed. | |
| 78 | Draft RFP, Section C | 3.9.6 SOW | "The format of the instructions shall be in commercial format." Can we interpret this to mean contractor format, or is a specific commercial format desired? | Contractor format is acceptable. | |
| 79 | Draft RFP, Section I | Clause 252.227-7027 | Can 3 year option be negotiated? 1 yr, 2yr. Hold prices for 3 years? | No, the three (3) year option cannot be negotiated as this clause cannot be tailored. Yes, prices shall be held for three (3) years. | |
| 80 | Draft RFP, Section L | Table L-1 | Is delivery of paper copies of the proposal mandatory? Is there an avenue for electronic transfer of proposal materials via FTP or Sharepoint, for example? | Yes, paper copies are mandatory along with CDs due to size restrictions in email. No, there is no avenue for electronic transfer of proposal materials. | |
| 81 | Draft RFP, Section L | L-4.8.1.2 | Does the Program Master Schedule count toward the 25-page limit of the Management section of Volume II, or may it be included as an Annex? | No, the PMS does not count toward the 25-page limit of the Management Section of Volume II. It may be included as an annex and Section L has been revised. | |
| 82 | Draft RFP, Section L | L-4.8.2 | Please clarify whether Past Performance Questionnaires will be distributed by the Government or by the Offeror. | Past Performance Questionnaires shall be distributed by the offeror. RFP revised for clarity. | |
| 83 | Draft RFP, Section L | L-4.8.2 | Is a Past Performance Questionnaire to be sent to a customer representative from each of the Offeror's past performance references? | Yes. | |
| 84 | Draft RFP, Section L | L-4.8.2 | When are completed Past Performance Questionnaires due to the Government? | Past Performance Questionnaires shall be due by the closing date and time of the RFP and are to be emailed by the assessors directly to the Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer listed in the RFP. RFP has been revised. | |
| 85 | Specification | 2.2.2 Other Government Documents, Drawings, and Publications | Drawing 13053216 Thermal Sensor Mount and WWWWW Display Mount does not match the drawing numbers in paragraphs 3.3.2.1 Thermal Sight Mounting and 3.3.2.2 Color Day Camera Mounting which are drawing (13053126) and drawing (13052895). | The document list has been updated. The documents/drawings will be provided upon request once the RFP is released. Paragraph 3.3.2.1 has been rewritten to read; "The thermal sight shall be mounted on the equilibrator bracket (drawing 13052895) of the SCWS." Paragraph 3.3.2.2 has been rewritten to read; "The color day camera/bracket shall be mounted on cradle axel (drawing 13048684). The cradle axel mounts to the sensor interface, which is the responsibility of the Government. The sensor interface drawing (13048674) is provided for information. A Government design that mounts to the cradle axel is provided for informational purposes, drawing (13048670)." | |
| 86 | Specification | 3.1 Item Definition | If weight is added to weapon it will have an impact to stabilization performance. | Noted. | |
| 87 | Specification | 3.2.1.10.1 50cal reticle NFOV | What are the reticle line thicknesses? What are the font type and font size for the numbers? | At the postaward conference, PdM Tanks will provide the reticle line thickness and font type/size for the numbers. | |
| 88 | Specification | 3.2.1.10.2 M240 reticle NFOV | What are the reticle line thicknesses? What are the font type and font size for the numbers? | The specification has been updated to call out the reticle line thickness is 2 pixels. Font type is Arial. Font size is 1.67 mil high. | |
| 89 | Specification | 3.2.1.10.3 Wide Field of View Reticle | Note 3. is missing the second dimension "… the center box shall be 1 mil by ???? mil…" | ||
| A field of view of 15 degrees has about 266 mils. The display is 1024 x 768 so it may be difficult to meet the tolerance of the reticle line width of "+/- 0.10 mrad" since for a field of view of 15° a display pixel represents 1/(1024pixels/266mils)= 0.2598 mils/pixel. | Note 3 of Figure 5 in paragraph 3.2.1.10.3 has been changed to read ; "the center box shall be 2 pixels by 2 pixels. The figure has been update to show a 2 x 2 pixel box. | ||||
| 90 | Specification | 3.2.1.11 Operator controls | Is there a control for reticle brightness or only reticle color? Does the reticle ever have to be completely turned off? | Reticle Color/Brightness is adjusted using a menu function. A new paragraph has been added to the specification to address reticle brightness and to state the reticle shall never be completely turned off. | |
| 91 | Specification | 3.2.1.14 | |||
| The document does not reference NVIS compatibility. | There is no requirement for NVIS compatability. | ||||
| 92 | Specification | 3.2.1.2 Target Acquisition Ranges | Suggestion: Add which analysis package and version year that is to be used to 3.2.1.2.1 i.e. NVThermIP 2006 and likewise to 3.2.1.2.2 i.e. SSCamIP 2006. |
For the larger delta T of 3.5°C outside the temperature range, does the scene contrast range have to increase to 3X 3.5°C to 10.5°C?
Subparagraphs 3.2.1.2.1 (a) and (d) have the scene contrast temperature called out as 3.75 °C or 3.75K.
| What are the viewing distance from the display and the minimum display parameters? | The package is NV-IPM version 1.1. The note section of the paragraph has been rewritten to eliminate the 3.75K reference and call out a higher scene contrast value (5.5 C) when you are outside the -10 C to +45 C temperature range. Paragraph 4.2.1.2 now calls out the NV-IPM version. The viewing distance in the specification is now defined as between 3 to 19 inches. The offeror shall optimize the viewing distance from the display for their specific application as long as the viewing distance does not go outside this range. | ||||
| 93 | Specification | 3.2.1.3 Tracer Visibility | Assume the common ranges for tracer burn-out for the applicable ammunitions apply? | Yes. | |
| 94 | Specification | 3.2.1.5 Video Switching | Does this video switching time include switching between the videos of two sensors that are not necessarily in the same FOV at the time of the switch? i.e. If the video of the day camera NFOV is being viewed and then the video is switched to the thermal camera video, is the time it takes for the FOV change for the thermal camera from WFOV to NFOV included in the 0.2 seconds as specified in the paragraph 3.1.2.7.2 FOV match? | The video switching time requirement will remain at 0.2 seconds. The requirements for video switch (3.2.1.5) and FOV switching (3.2.1.7) will remain the same. If a system design is proposed that switches the FOV due to a FOV mismatch between the sensors during a video switch, the video switch time and FOV switching time has to be less than 0.85 seconds (3.2.1.7). | |
| 95 | Specification | 3.2.1.7 Field of view (FOV) | Does this system only require fixed fields of view? i.e. continuous zoom is neither desired or required? | Yes, only fixed fields of view are required. A design that uses continuous zoom that only goes to the fixed field of views and meets all the other requirements of the specification is acceptable. | |
| 96 | Specification | 3.2.1.8 Boresight alignment | Does this boresight requirement paragraph pertain to boresighting the two sensors' NFOVs to a single weapon at a time? i.e. the boresight operation is for either weapon to both sights' NFOVs not both weapons to both sights simultaneously? Is there an alignment requirement between the NFOV and the WFOV of each sensor or are the weapons only to be aligned in the NFOVs? | The boresighting requirement is for both sensors to a single weapon at a time. Boresighting of the sensors is only in the narrow field of view. The alignment requirement between the NFOV and the WFOV reticle is defined in 3.2.1.10.3 note 3. | |
| 97 | Specification | 3.2.1.8.3 | Meeting this requirement is dependent on current GFE and its ability to meet these characteristics. Not all gun/cradle combinations will meet this specification. | Offerors can propose using their own test stand to show their system meets this requirement under the vibration, shock, and weapon firing of the vehicle/SCWS. This is the requirement in the SCWS specification and will not be changed. | |
| 98 | Specification | 3.2.1.8.4 | Same as above | This requirement has been eliminated from the specification. | |
| 99 | Specification | 3.2.1.8.4 LOS transient | Depending on the relative placement of the sensors to the SCWS weapon and the environmental conditions at the time of weapon discharge, LOS transients beyond 0.33 seconds after the last round has been fired may occur as a result of the air thermal gradients established by the discharged SCWS weapon gases. | This requirement has been eliminated from the specification. | |
| 100 | Specification | 3.2.1.9 Symbology | Should boresight reticle offset adjustment be indicated during the boresight reticle fine adjustment? Is it assumed that the reticle size will indicate the FOV of the sensor video being displayed? i.e. if more than 2 fixed FOVs are used, then a new reticle will be needed for each FOV beyond NFOV and WFOV. Does the NUC operation status for the uncooled thermal detector need to be shown via symbology? | Yes, reticle offset shall be displayed during boresight reticle adjustment. The reticle offset value shall be retained and accessed through the boresight function in the Menu. The reticle indicates the FOV of the sensor. For the NFOV ezoom, the reticle design remains the same as the NFOV reticle, it just needs to be sized appropriately for the mil relationship for that FOV. Based on the NFOV reticle size, the operator will know if he is in NFOV or zoomed NFOV. For a periodic NUC, there shall be no symbology displayed to the operator. When the system changes to different sensors and the thermal sight is performing a NUC, there shall be no symbology displayed to the operator. When aperiodic NUC is required, the system shall display symbology that NUC is required. Aperiodic NUC has been added to 3.2.1.9. | |
| 101 | Specification | 3.2.2.1.1 Thermal Sight Field of View | The thermal system shall have a wide optical FOV of no less than 15 degrees in azimuth and no less than 11.28 degrees in elevation. Should this be 11.25 degrees? | The specification has been changed to read; The thermal system shall have a narrow optical Field of View (FOV) of no less than 5 degrees in azimuth and no less than 2.81 degrees in elevation. The thermal system shall have a wide optical FOV of no less than 15 degrees in azimuth and no less than 8.44 degrees in elevation. " | |
| 102 | Specification | 3.2.2.1.12.1 automatic gain control/automatic level control | On what part of the target scene is the AGC/ALC signal processing adjustment to be based upon? | The offeror shall propose their AGC/ALC processing approach for the Government to evaluate. The specification has been updated to state the AGC/ALC shall cover the whole image displayed. | |
| 103 | Specification | 3.2.2.1.14 | TMDS (i.e. DVI or HDMI) is not a standard output from an imaging sensor. | The specification will not be changed. | |
| 104 | Specification | 3.2.2.1.2.5 Thermal Focus speed | |||
| 3.2.3.4.5 Day Focus Speed | Do the speed time requirement for near to far limits apply for all environmental conditions? i.e. High and low temp Impact is that bigger lens system driving motors require more SWAP. | Yes, the requirement stands for all environmental conditions. | |||
| 105 | Specification | 3.2.2.1.3 image alignment | |||
| 3.2.3.5 image alignment | Are these requirements equivalent to an image rotation requirement of the video scene? If yes, then how/why are they different for each axis? What is the defined "reference mounting plane"? | Yes, however, the requirements remain as stated. The Government allows more tolerance in the vertical axis. The reference mounting plane shall be a level surface of the offeror's test fixture that simulates their mounting approach for the day camera to the SCWS interface and the thermal sight to the SCWS interface. | |||
| 106 | Specification | 3.2.2.1.3.4 Thermal Sight WFOV Alignment Retention. | 266 mils/1024 pixels for 15° degree WFOV yields 0.26 mils per pixel. The 2.0 mils alignment would have to be within 8 pixels in the WFOV. How will this be measured? | It shall be measured using the WFOV 500 meter dot as the reference point. | |
| 107 | Specification | 3.2.2.1.7 Electronic Zoom | |||
| 3.2.3.6 Electronic Zoom | The horizontal FOV dimension for electronic zoom is given. Is the aspect ratio of the ezoom image to be maintained at 4:3 so the vertical angle dimension is 2.67°? | The specification in both paragraphs has been rewritten to state; "The optical/electronic zoom thermal image shall retain the same aspect ratio of the NFOV." | |||
| 108 | Specification | 3.2.3.1 Field of View | The day camera shall have a wide FOV of no less than 15 degrees in azimuth and no less than 11.28 degrees in elevation. Should this be 11.25 degrees? | The day camera shall have a narrow optical Field of View (FOV) of no less than 5 degrees in azimuth and no less than 2.81 degrees in elevation. The day camera shall have a wide FOV of no less than 15 degrees in azimuth and no less than 8.44 degrees in elevation. | |
| 109 | Specification | 3.2.3.11 Color Depth | Is there an analogous gray scale depth requested for the thermal camera video? | No, the specification does not call out a gray scale depth for the thermal sight video. | |
| 110 | Specification | 3.2.3.14 Purge Port | "… The day camera shall have a purge port that interfaces with the Fire Control Purging Kit (XXXXXXX). …" Is the same purge kit cited in paragraph 3.2.2.1.1.6 Purge port (SL-3-08460A) valid for this paragraph? | Yes, purge port (SL-3-08460A) is valid for this paragraph. The specification has been updated to call out SL-3-08460A. | |
| 111 | Specification | 3.2.3.2 Fields of view between cameras | Does the within 2° FOV requirements apply to both cameras' horizontal FOVs and both cameras' vertical FOVs? | No, it only applies to both cameras' horizontal FOVs. The specification has been updated to call out just the horizontal FOV. | |
| 112 | Specification | 3.2.3.3 Number of Fields of View | If the day camera and thermal camera have more than 2 fixed FOVs (NFOV and WFOV) does the "3.2.3.2 FOV between camera" requirement also apply? i.e. do they both have to have the same total number of FOVs | The maximum number of FOVs that the camera can have is three (WFOV, NFOV, and NFOV Ezoom or Optical Zoom). All horzontial FOVs shall meet the horizontal 2 degree requirement. The cameras must have the same total number of FOVs. | |
| 113 | Specification | 3.2.4.3 | Spec does not indicate LRU outer dimensions to include display and bezel switch size. | The specification has been revised to define the display outer dimensions. The bezel switches are included in this overall space claim and have to be sized in order to meet the requirements 3.10.1.8. | |
| 114 | Specification | 3.3.2.1 Thermal Sight Mounting | Drawing 13053126 not provided, which will impact weight, design and performance. | The specification has been updated to call out the appropriate drawing. The drawings will be available upon request when the RFP is released. Paragraph 3.3.2.1 has been rewritten to state; "The thermal sight shall be mounted on the equilibrator bracket (drawing 13052895) of the SCWS." | |
| 115 | Specification | 3.3.2.2 Day Camera Mounting | Equilibrator Bracket Drawing 13052895 not provided, drawing, which will impact, weight, design and performance. | The specification has been updated to call out the appropriate drawing. The drawings will be available upon request when the RFP is released. Paragraph 3.3.2.2 has been rewritten to state, "The color day camera/bracket shall be mounted on cradle axel (drawing 13048684). The cradle axel mounts to the sensor interface. The sensor interface drawing (13048674) is provided for information. A Government design that mounts to the cradle axel is provided for informational purposes, drawing (13048670)." | |
| 116 | Specification | 3.3.2.3 Display Mounting | Drawing not provided, which will impact weight, design and performance. | The specification has been updated to call out the appropriate drawing. The drawings will be available upon request when the RFP is released. The Government has defined an overall space claim for the display and has not specified the weight of the mount or display. Paragraph 3.3.2.3 has been rewritten to state; "The AIDATS display shall be mounted in a fixed position in front of the TC. The display shall be mounted above the Gunner’s Primary Sight Extension (GPSE) on a display mounting bracket. The display mounting bracket shall mount to the M1A1 turret internal ceiling. The display mounting bracket shall replace the existing bracket (drawing 12437340). The display mounting bracket shall use the exact same two mounting holes dimensions as identified on drawing 12437340." | |
| 117 | Specification | 3.3.2.4 Power Filter Module Mounting | Drawing not provided, which will impact weight, design and performance. | The power filter module shall mount on the back of the BFT display mount. The BFT display mount drawing will be available upon request once the RFP is released provided the offeror meets the distribution requirements of the drawing. The Power Filter Module (PFM) size and weight has been called out in the specification and can be included in the display. If the PFM is not included in the display, the updated specification calls out an overall size and weight for the PFM. The PFM shall mount to the back of the BFT mount. | |
| 118 | Specification | 3.5.1 Height | Drawing not provided, which will impact weight, design and performance. | Drawing will be available upon request when the RFP is released. | |
| 119 | Specification | 3.3.2.1, 3.3.2.2, 3.3.2.3, 3.3.2.4, 3.5.1 | Are the referenced drawings intended as guidance only? | The specification has been updated to clearly state which drawings are required and which drawings are for guidance only. | |
| 120 | Specification | 3.5.2 Weight | Do these weights include the mount for each sight or just the hardware to mate to the government designed mount? (drawings (13053126) and (13052895) ) | The weights include the sight and any mounting hardware that is required to mount to the interface the Government has called out. The equilibrator bracket (13052895) is not included in the weight of the thermal sight. Drawing 13053126 has been removed from the specification and replaced with the cradle axel drawing (13048684). The cradle axel (13048684) is not included in the weight of the day camera. | |
| 121 | RFP | L-4.9.1 Section A - Price | (e) The Contractor will be unable to certify that its offer meets all the requirements of the solicitation prior to CDR and test events. | Paragraph L-4.9.1(e) of the RFP has been modified to delete the first sentence of this certification. | |
| 122 | RFP | 3.1.3.1 Program Master Schedule | The USG did not provide a Program top level master schedule with the solicitation or Scope of Work. | Paragraph 3.1.3.1 describes the requirement for the contractor's master schedule. The contractor's master schedule shall be based on CLIN deliverables and CDRL dates. | |
| 123 | RFP | 3.10.4 Instructor & Key Personnel Traning | What is the expected duration of the training event? | The duration of training shall be three (3) consecutive working days. SOW has been updated. | |
| 124 | RFP | 3.2.5 Critical Design Review | The truncated time period from award to CDR and the deliverable requirements may result in additional time to complete. | The offeror shall meet the delivery schedule called out in Section F. | |
| 125 | RFP | 3.2.7 | When is the Physical Configuration Audit to take place? CDRL deliverables are tied to this event, however no time frame is proscribed. This may have an effect on delivery of CDRL B00J (i.e. a TDP deliverable prior to test completion may be premature). | Option CLIN 0006, Physical Configuration Audit (PCA), will be exercised after successful completion of CLIN 0001 and is due 300 days after option exercise. CDRL B00J, TDP, will be due 30 days after completion of the PCA. Assume Option CLINs 0002 through 0006 will be exercised at the same time. See Section F and CDRL B00J for details. | |
| 126 | RFP | 3.5.1 Drawings | A contractor's solution may contain non developmental items developed at private expense for which it may assert Limited Rights to specific portions of its solution. | The Government requires the top level drawings for the LRUs and Government Purpose Rights to the software/firmware for the display. | |
| 127 | RFP | 3.7.1 Qualification Test | Do you have a test schedule with types of test and duratations from which we can build a qualification test plan? | The qualification tests are called out in specification paragraph 4.1.9. The offeror shall propose the duration of the tests. The overall qualification test duration shall meet the deliverable requirements. At a minimum the Government will also perform any of the tests in section 4 that require the system to mounted on a M1A1. | |
| 128 | RFP | 3.7.2 First Article Test (FAT) | Same as above, a test schedule with the types of tests and durations will allow the contractor to accurately, plan and price this testing. | The FAT tests are called out in specification paragraph 4.1.9. The offeror shall propose the duration of the tests. The overall FAT test duration shall meet the deliverable requirements. At a minimum the Government will perform any of the tests in section 4 that require the system to be mounted on a M1A1. Note: Final FAT Report is due 330 days after option exercise (see Section I - Contract Clauses, FAR 52.209-3, First Article Approval - Contractor Testing (SEP 1989) - Alternate I (JAN 1997)). |
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