NFR Antenna Draft SOW 6_4.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW) / EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATION)

Near-Field Range UpgradeAntenna for For Cylindrical Near-Field Measurement Capability Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD) June 2, 2026

PART 1 — GENERAL INFORMATION

1. General This is a supply contract for the procurement, delivery, installation, and calibration of commercial equipment. The personnel performing the installation and integration are not subject, either by the contract's terms or by the manner of its administration, to the supervision and control usually prevailing in relationships between the Government and its employees.

1.1 Description of Equipment/Introduction

This is a supply contract to provide, integrate, and test an Azimuth Antenna Positioner (AAP), Antenna Range Controller (ARC), all necessary cabling & ancillary equipment, and cylindrical near-field software for use in an existing Near-Field Range (NFR) to enable Cylindrical Near-Field (CNF) measurements. The Contractor shall supply, deliver, install, and calibrate all necessary hardware and software items to enable these measurement operations.

1.2 Background

Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD) possesses and utilizes NFRs to troubleshoot, test, and calibrate antenna systems which are part of its Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) support mission. To modernize existing capabilities in support of emerging requirements, TYAD requires a vertical CNF system. The equipment and software delivered on this contract will augment existing range capabilities to ensure maximum readiness and precision measurement of complex antenna systems.

1.3 Scope

The Contractor shall provide all equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, personnel, supervision, and other items necessary to supply, deliver, install, and calibrate the hardware and software as described in this SOW and associated contract documents, except for those items specified in Part 3 – Government Provided Utilities, Equipment, and Materials. The Contractor shall perform to the standards and acceptable quality levels identified in this SOW and associated contract documents. Specifically, the Contractor shall deliver, install, and calibrate one (1) AAP, one (1) ARC, all necessary cabling, and CNF software at TYAD.

1.4 Objectives

· Deliver a fully functional set of equipment, including:

· MEC-AZ-20 Azimuth Rotary Positioner

· ELE-ARC Antenna Range Controller

· All required cabling including, but not limited to, motor cable, power cable, and V35 to ARC cable

· Radio Frequency (RF) Absorber for RF reflection / scattering mitigation

· Deliver technical documentation for the CNF equipment, including:

· Interface Control Diagram

· User’s Guide

· Maintenance Manual

· Transport, install, and integrate all equipment at the designated NFR at TYAD.

· Calibrate and perform operational testing to verify equipment performance and measurement capabilities.

· Provide over-the-shoulder training for TYAD operators to include software operation, equipment usage, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1.5 General Information

1.5.1 Quality Control Plan (QCP)

This acquisition is for commercial items performed under FAR Part 12. In accordance with FAR 12.208, the Contractor's existing quality assurance system will be utilized. The Contractor shall submit their Quality Control / Installation Plan within 10 days of award.

1.5.2 Recognized Holidays

Installation and calibration work shall not be performed on U.S. federally recognized holidays occurring during the normal workweek unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer.

1.5.3 Operating Hours

· 1.5.3.1 Government Facility Office Hours: The Government facility office hours are 0700-1530, Monday through Friday, except U.S. Holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government-directed closings.

· 1.5.3.2 Contractor Installation Hours: The Contractor shall perform installation and integration tasks between the hours of 0700-1530, Monday through Friday. The Contractor shall maintain an adequate workforce to ensure the uninterrupted delivery and installation of all items defined within this SOW when the Government facility is open.

1.5.4 Place of Performance

The delivery and installation under this contract will be performed at Tobyhanna Army Depot, Tobyhanna, PA 18466.

1.5.5 Davis Bacon Act Compliance

While the primary scope of this effort is the procurement and installation of equipment, the Contractor shall comply with the Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) for any associated construction, alteration, or repair activities required for site preparation and installation. If the Contractor performs incidental construction tasks—such as pouring concrete foundations, executing structural modifications, or installing facility integrations (e.g., conduit, HVAC connections)—that constitute a substantial and segregable portion of the overall contract, the Contractor shall apply DBA prevailing wage requirements to that specific work. In such instances, the Contractor shall ensure that all laborers and mechanics performing the segregable construction tasks are paid no less than the local prevailing wage rates determined by the Secretary of Labor (as specified in the wage determination attached to this contract). Furthermore, the Contractor shall adhere to all associated DBA reporting requirements, including the submission of certified payroll records in accordance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses.

1.6 Security Requirements

1.6.1 Installation Access

Access to U.S. installations, buildings, and controlled areas is limited to personnel who meet security criteria and are authorized. Failure to submit required information/data and obtain required documentation or clearances will be grounds for denying access to U.S. installations, buildings, and controlled areas.

1.6.2 Installation Pass Log

The Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer, via the COR, an Initial Installation Pass Log within 3 calendar days after contract award. The log must contain, at a minimum: employee name, company, position, clearance level (if applicable), and installation pass number. An Updated Installation Pass Log shall be submitted to the COR within five (5) days of any changes.

1.6.32 Background Checks

The Contractor shall submit all required personnel information to the TYAD Security Office, via the COR, to facilitate background checks for installation access. Unfavorable results will result in the personnel not being allowed access to the installation.

1.6.34 Operations Security (OPSEC) Requirements

Contractor personnel shall adhere to facility security policies and restrictions. The Contractor shall immediately report suspicious activities to security personnel.

1.7 Safety

· 1.7.1 Safety Laws and Regulations: The Contractor shall comply with FAR 52.236-13, Accident Prevention, the references contained therein (e.g., U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1)), and all applicable Federal, State, and Safety Laws and Regulations. An Accident Prevention Plan shall be submitted prior to the commencement of installation activities.

1.8 Data Rights

The Government has unlimited rights to all documents and materials produced under this contract.

1.9 Protection of Government and Contract Information

Per Public Use Notice of Limitations stated by the Defense Imagery Management Operations Center at www.dimoc.mil/resources/limitations/, the Contractor shall not cite any information obtained through this contract on any hard copy or digital marketing tools to include its company website.

PART 2 — DEFINITIONS & ACRONYMS

2.1 Definitions

· Contracting Officer: means a person with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings on behalf of the Government.

· Contracting Officer's Representative (COR): As defined in DFARS 202.101, means an individual designated and authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer to perform specific technical or administrative functions.

· Contractor: means a supplier or vendor awarded a contract to provide specific supplies or equipment to the Government.

· Day: means, unless otherwise specified, a calendar day.

· Deliverable: means anything that can be physically delivered, but may include non-manufactured items such as meeting minutes or reports.

PART 3 — GOVERNMENT PROVIDED UTILITIES, EQUIPMENT, AND MATERIALS

· 3.1 - Site Access and Utilities: The Government will provide the Contractor access to the designated installation site at Tobyhanna Army Depot during standard normal working hours as defined in this SOW. Access outside of normal working hours will be coordinated through the COR. During the installation phase, the Government will permit the Contractor to utilize existing, standard facility utilities (e.g., 120V electrical power, running water) strictly for the purpose of executing the installation and testing of the equipment.

· 3.2 - Staging and Delivery: The Government will designate a temporary staging and offloading area for the receipt of the equipment. The Government will provide unloading and transportation to the staging area. The Government will not provide material handling equipment or labor to assist with uncrating or final installation of the equipment.

· 3.3 - Contractor Responsibilities: Except for the specific site access and basic utilities explicitly stated above, the Government will not provide any tools, specialized testing equipment, incidental construction materials (e.g., fasteners, conduit, wiring), or labor. The Contractor shall furnish all necessary tools, materials, material handling equipment, and labor required to complete the delivery, installation, and integration of the equipment in accordance with this SOW.

PART 4 — CONTRACTOR FURNISHED ITEMS AND INSTALLATION SUPPORT

4.1 General

The Contractor shall furnish all equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, personnel, supervision, and other items necessary to deliver and install the items as described in this SOW and associated contract documents, except for those items specified in Part 3 Government Provided Utilities, Equipment, and Materials.

4.2 Materials

The Contractor shall provide the AAP, ARC, all necessary cabling & ancillary equipment, mounting hardware, CNF measurement software, and all necessary calibration instruments to perform the installation and operational testing.

4.3 Background Checks

The Contractor shall provide personnel information for the performance of Background Checks in accordance with paragraph 1.6.3 of this SOW.

PART 5 — SPECIFIC TASKS

5.1 Installation Scope

The Contractor shall provide near-field equipment delivery, installation, and calibration as described in the following Task Statements. All work shall be performed IAW the standards identified herein.

5.2 Tasks

· 5.2.1 Equipment Delivery: The Contractor shall deliver the near-field equipment within 90 days after receipt of order to Tobyhanna Army Depot. The delivery shall include all hardware, software, and physical & electronic copies of manuals.

· 5.2.2 Installation: The Contractor shall install the near-field equipment at the designated facility within TYAD. The Contractor shall assemble, mount, and integrate the positioner with facility power and local control systems. The Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of all packaging, crating, and installation debris from TYAD.

· 5.2.3 Testing and Calibration: The Contractor shall perform initial operational testing and precision calibration of the installed near-field equipment to ensure it meets COTS manufacturer specifications for precision measurement. The Contractor shall submit an Installation and Calibration Report.

· 5.2.4 Program and Contract Management: The Contractor shall manage all logistics, scheduling, and personnel requirements associated with this delivery and installation.

· 5.2.5 Training: The Contractor shall provide on-site, over-the-shoulder training for up to five (5) personnel on software operation, equipment usage, maintenance, and troubleshooting for all equipment provided under this contract.

· 5.2.6 Software Licensing: The Contractor shall provide a perpetual, lifetime license for the CNF measurement software. The software license shall be fully paid upon delivery and shall not require any annual renewal fees, recurring subscription costs, or ongoing maintenance fees to maintain full operational functionality. The license shall grant the Government permanent, continuous use of the software for its intended measurement and operational purposes. The Contractor shall provide all necessary license keys, hardware dongles, and activation codes required for permanent, offline operation at the time of delivery.

· 5.2.7 Commercial Warranty: The Contractor shall provide the standard commercial warranty for all hardware, cabling, and software provided under this contract. The warranty period shall be a minimum of one (1) year, commencing on the date of final Government acceptance of the fully installed, calibrated, and operational system. The warranty shall cover all defects in material, workmanship, and software performance. During the warranty period, the Contractor shall be responsible for all costs associated with repairing or replacing defective components, including parts, labor, and any required shipping logistics to and from TYAD. The Contractor shall deliver a formal copy of the warranty terms, conditions, and claim procedures alongside the equipment delivery.

PART 6 — APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

· 6.1 Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items)

· 6.2 FAR Part 11 (Describing Agency Needs)

· 6.23 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1)

· 6.34 Army Physical Security Program (AR 190-13)

PART 7 – DELIVERABLE SCHEDULE