Salient Characteristics.pdf

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENT:

CLIN SUPPLIES /

SERVICES

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0001 4-Channel Amplifier

1 Each

Salient Characteristics: May exceed but must at a minimum include

Core Power & Topology

• Design: High-performance Class D, 4-channel amplifier.

• Power Output: Rated for high total output (10,000 to 20,000 Watts RMS total), capable of driving all channels continuously at a nominal ambient temperature of 40°C/105°F.

• Efficiency: Automated power-save/sleep modes with network command, front panel, and audio detection wake-up (instant wake-up <1ms).

Audio Performance & Processing

• DSP: Integrated high-performance Digital Signal Processing on all inputs and outputs.

• Frequency Response: Extended bandwidth from <7Hz to >30kHz (-2.5dB points at 4 Ohm).

• Distortion (THD): < 0.05% (typical at 1kHz, 4 Ohm).

• Dynamic Range: >113dBA for Analog inputs; >114dBA for Digital/Dante inputs.

• Crosstalk: Better than -85dBr at 1kHz.

Inputs, Connectivity & Control

• Input Configuration: 4x Analog, 2x AES3, and 4x Dante inputs.

• Analog Specs: AES48 compliant, 20k Ohm balanced inputs with adjustable sensitivity up to +20dBu and direct linking.

• Digital (AES3) Specs: Transformer-isolated with cable equalization, active signal regeneration, 24kHz to 192kHz sampling support, and a fail-safe direct bypass that allows audio flow even when powered down.

• Control & Monitoring: Ethernet network control, volt-free relay, and contact closure port.

Compatibility

• Must be same brand/series as CLINs 0002 through 0008 for network and linking compatibility; must be system compatible with CLINs 0009 through 0015

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0002 Compact Loudspeaker 4 Each

Salient Characteristics: May exceed but must at a minimum include

Acoustic Performance & Coverage

• Driver Configuration: 1 x 8” coaxial driver.

• Coverage Pattern: Wide 100-degree conical dispersion.

• Frequency Response: 51 Hz – 21 kHz (+/- 3 dB); extended response down to 30

Hz (+/- 10 dB).

• Output capability: 115 dBSPL Continuous, 121 dBSPL Peak/Program (measured at 1M @ 2.83V input).

Power & Electrical Specifications

• Impedance: 8 Ohms.

• Power Handling: 320 Watts Continuous, 1280 Watts Peak.

• Internal Electronics: Must include high-quality, phase-aligned crossover networks and integrated driver protection/limiter circuitry.

• Recommended Processing Baseline: Capable of operating optimally with a 50 Hz

High Pass (24 dB Butterworth) filter.

Physical Build & Hardware

• Enclosure: Durable, high-density composite or urethane material.

• Form Factor: Compact design, not to exceed approximately 13”H x 22”W x

10”D.

• Weight: Lightweight construction, approximately 23 to 25 lbs maximum.

• Mounting: Must include a compatible “U” bracket for installation.

Compatibility

• Must be same brand/series as CLIN 0001, 0003 through 0008; compatible with CLINs 0009 through 0015

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0003 High-Output Three- Way Outdoor Loudspeaker

4 Each

Salient Characteristics: May exceed but must at a minimum include:

Acoustic Performance

• Design: High-output, three-way single-channel amplified system.

• Frequency Range: 128 Hz – 10 kHz (+/- 3 dB); 105 Hz – 12 kHz (+/- 10 dB).

• Coverage: Controlled dispersion of 60° x 20°.

• Max SPL: Minimum 128 dB Continuous / 143 dB Peak.

Sensitivity and Power

• Efficiency: Minimum 107 dB @ 1m (2.83V input), increasing to 110 dB in the 2kHz

- 8kHz range.

• Power Handling: 800 Watts Continuous / 3200 Watts Peak at 8 Ohms.

• Amplification: Compatible with professional amplifiers providing 800 – 1600 Watts at 8 Ohms.

Physical Build

• Enclosure: Weather-resistant thermal molded poly-composite or equivalent high-durability outdoor material.

• Weight: Approximately 95 lbs.

• Dimensions: Approximately 32.5” x 26” x 14.5”.

Connectivity and Mounting

• Connection: Weather-sealed entry (e.g., gland nut) with a minimum 6ft, 14 AWG 2-conductor lead-in wire.

• Mounting: Must include a heavy-duty "U" bracket and support 3/8-16 TPI rigging points and pole-mount compatibility.

Compatibility

• Must be same brand/series as CLINs 0001, 0002, 0004 through 0008; compatible with CLINs 0009 through 0015

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0004 Dual Speaker Pole Mount Kit

2 Each

Compatibility and Capacity

• System Integration: Must be fully compatible with the 3-way outdoor loudspeakers

(CLIN 0003).

• Mounting Configuration: Designed to safely hold and mount two (2) loudspeakers simultaneously on a single pole.

• Weight Rating: Must have a minimum weight-bearing capacity (Safe Working Load) of at least 200 lbs.

Hardware and Rigging

• Included Components: Must include all necessary heavy-duty rigging components, including a central pole-attachment bracket, secure banding clamps, custom-length support struts (cut to order), and a horizontal crossbar wide enough to accommodate the dual-speaker setup.

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0005 High-Efficiency Tapped Horn Subwoofer

Acoustic Design

• Topology: High-efficiency Tapped Horn or equivalent folded-path design providing phase-coherent low-frequency extension.

• Frequency Range: 18 Hz – 100 Hz (+/- 3 dB); extended response reaching 14 Hz (+/- 10 dB).

• Max Output: Minimum 135 dB Continuous / 141 dB Peak.

Power and Electrical

• Power Handling: 1700 Watts Continuous / 6800 Watts Peak.

• Impedance: Nominal 2 Ohms (standard) or 4 Ohms (compact) compatible with high-current professional amplifiers.

• Sensitivity: Minimum 102 dB @ 1m (measured with 2.0V input).

Physical Build

• Enclosure: Heavy-duty, weather-resistant coating over high-density composite or void-free birch ply. Dimensions: Compact footprint relative to output; approximately 45” x 45” x 28” (Standard) or 30” x 30” x 24” (Compact).

• Weight: Approximately 160 lbs to 230 lbs depending on specific model size.

Features and Hardware

• Mounting: Integrated pole-mount sockets and rigging points for secure ground-stacking or flown configurations.

• Protection: Internal drivers must be protected by heavy-duty powder-coated steel grilles.

Compatibility

• Must be same brand/series as CLINs 0001 through 0004, 0006 through 0008;

compatible with CLINs 0009 through 0015

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0006 Compact 15” Passive Subwoofer

• Design: Passive, single-channel amplified subwoofer with an omni-directional coverage pattern.

• Transducer: Single 15” high-excursion driver (or equivalent high-output configuration).

• Frequency Range: 50 Hz – 310 Hz (+/- 3 dB); extended response down to 42 Hz (+/- 10 dB).

• Max SPL: Minimum 132 dB Continuous / 138 dB Peak.

Power and Electrical

• Power Handling: 1000 Watts Continuous / 4000 Watts Peak. Impedance: Nominal 4 Ohms.

• Sensitivity: Minimum 105 dB (measured equivalently at 2.83V @ 1m).

• Amplification: Compatible with professional amplifiers providing 1000 – 2000 Watts at 4 Ohms.

Physical Build

• Enclosure Material: Premium 18mm Baltic Birch plywood (or equivalent marine-grade/void-free audio plywood).

• Finish: Extremely durable black polyurea (or equivalent weather/impact-resistant) coating with a heavy-duty matte black grille. Dimensions: Approximately 30” x 18” x 24”.

• Weight: Approximately 100 lbs.

Mounting and Connectivity

• Connection: Weather-resistant entry with a minimum 2-conductor, 14-AWG lead-in wire.

• Rigging: Must include standard integrated suspension points (e.g., M10 – 1.5 threaded inserts).

Compatibility

• Must be same brand/series as CLINs 0001 through 0005, 0007 through 0008;

compatible with CLINs 0009 through 0015

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0007 Wireless Audio Link System Transmitter

Audio and RF Interface

• Audio Input: Must feature a professional balanced audio input (e.g., XLR/TRS combo or separate) supporting +4 dBu nominal line-level signals.

• Antenna Connection: Industry-standard SMA connector for external antenna integration.

Power and Electronics

• Power Supply: Compatible with standard professional DC power (e.g., 24 VDC, 500mA).

• Impedance: Professional-grade high-impedance balanced input (nominal 1k Ohm range).

Physical Build

• Form Factor: Standard 1RU rack-mountable chassis (19” width x 1.75” height).

• Weight: Lightweight construction, approximately 2.5 to 3 lbs.

Compatibility

• Must seamlessly integrate with the receiving units of the primary audio system (CLINs

0001 through 0006, 0008)

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0008 2-Channel Outdoor Amplifier with Enclosure

Power and Amplification

• Channels: Two (2) discrete channels.

• Power Output: Minimum 1500 Watts per channel at 8 Ohms, capable of up to

3000 Watts per channel at 4 Ohms.

Audio Processing (DSP)

• Performance: High-resolution digital signal processing (e.g., 96 kHz / 32-bit AD/DA conversion) with ultra-low latency (sub-1ms).

• Filtering: Extensive onboard processing including both IIR (up to 48dB/oct) and FIR filtering (including support for custom FIR taps).

• Protection & Alignment: Independent RMS and Peak limiters per channel, and adjustable output delay capabilities (minimum 100ms range).

Control and Connectivity

• Inputs: Industry-standard balanced audio inputs (e.g., XLR or high-grade equivalent).

• Networking: Dual-port Ethernet for daisy-chain networking, plus standard local

USB connectivity.

• Software: Comprehensive digital management including manufacturer/user preset libraries, zone management, grouped virtual EQ/Delay, password protection, and automated standby modes.

Outdoor Weather Enclosure

• Rating: NEMA Type 3R (or 3RX) / IP24 weather-resistant enclosure.

• Construction: UV-resistant fiberglass reinforced polyester (FRP) or equivalent durable composite, featuring a fully gasketed door with a drip rail.

• Hardware & Venting: Must include secure latches (e.g., locking quarter-turn), shielded/screened ventilation to prevent water/pest incursion, and weather-tight cable gland nuts for all I/O routing.

Compatibility

• Must be same brand/series as CLINs 0001 through 0007; compatible with CLINs

0009 through 0015

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0009 1RU Power Sequencer & Conditioner

Salient Characteristics

Power Distribution and Sequencing

• Sequenced Outlets: Minimum of six (6) rear-panel sequenced outlets (NEMA 5-15R) distributed across at least three (3) distinct delay stages (zones) for safe equipment power-up/down.

• Always-On Outlets: Minimum of two (2) un-switched rear outlets and one (1) un-switched front-panel convenience outlet.

• Input Power: 120V operation, 15-Amp capacity, with a heavy-duty power cord (minimum 9 to 10 feet).

Protection and Conditioning

• Surge Protection: Professional-grade sacrificial or non-sacrificial surge and spike protection (line-to-neutral with zero ground leakage).

• Noise Filtering: Integrated EMI/RFI noise attenuation to ensure clean AC power delivery to sensitive audio equipment.

• Circuit Breaker: Front-panel resettable thermal circuit breaker.

Control and Integration

• Remote Triggering: Must support remote turn-on/off via standard DC voltage triggers

(e.g., 5-30VDC) or contact closures using a secure terminal block connection (e.g., Phoenix-style).

• Delay Adjustment: User-adjustable delay timing between sequence stages.

• Status Indicators: Front-panel LED indicators displaying power status, protection health, and active delay stages.

Physical Build

• Form Factor: Standard 1RU rack-mountable chassis (19” W x 1.75” H).

• Dimensions/Weight: Compact depth (approximately 6" to 8") and lightweight design

(under 7 lbs).

Compatibility

• Must safely interface with and handle the inrush current for all specified amplification and control equipment

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0010 27 RU Equipment Rack Enclosure

Capacity and Form

• Rack Space: 27 Rack Units (RU).

• Depth: Approximately 24 inches (standard depth to accommodate common AV/IT equipment).

Construction and Delivery

• Build Quality: Fully welded steel construction for maximum load-bearing capability and durability.

• Delivery: Must ship fully assembled and ready for integration.

Security and Access

• Doors & Panels: Must feature a transparent front door (e.g., tempered glass or heavy-duty acrylic) for equipment visibility.

• Security: Must include locking removable side panels and locking rear access panels to secure equipment.

Mounting and Cable Management

• Rack Rails: Minimum of two (2) pairs of adjustable steel rack rails (front and rear support).

• Hardware: EIA-standard tapped 10-32 mounting holes.

• Wire Management: Integrated cable pass-through openings equipped with protective grommets.

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0011 Solid-State Media Player with FM Tuner

Core Playback and Media

• Media Support: Solid-state playback from SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (up to 512 GB) and

USB mass storage devices.

• File Formats: Uncompressed WAV (up to 24-bit / 48kHz), MP3, and AAC.

• Tuner: Integrated FM radio tuner (87.5 - 108.0 MHz) with a standard F-type antenna connection.

Audio I/O and Interfaces

• Balanced Outputs: Stereo XLR analog outputs with professional line-level ratings (+4 dBu nominal, capable of +20 dBu maximum).

• Unbalanced Outputs: Stereo RCA analog outputs (-10 dBV nominal).

• Dedicated Tuner Output: Independent RCA output specifically for routing FM tuner audio.

• Headphones: Front-panel 1/4" (6.3 mm) stereo headphone jack with sufficient output power for monitoring.

• USB Audio: Must include a USB interface (e.g., USB Type-C) functioning as a standard

USB Class 2.0 Audio stream device for computer integration.

Control and Integration

• External Control: Must support standard active low/contact-closure external control and wired remote capabilities (e.g., via standard TRS jacks or terminal blocks).

Physical Build

• Power: Internal universal power supply (AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz). No external "wall-warts" allowed.

• Form Factor: Standard 1RU rack-mountable chassis (19" width).

• Weight: Lightweight design, approximately 6 lbs (2.7 kg).

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0012 Compact Digital Mixing Console with Dante

Core Mixing and Processing

• Input Channels: Minimum of 20 digital mixing channels.

• Audio Resolution: High-fidelity A/D and internal DSP processing supporting up to

96kHz sample rates.

• Bussing/Routing: Internal routing must support a minimum of 6 mix busses, dedicated

FX busses, and matrix routing capabilities.

Physical Control and Interface

• Faders: Minimum of nine (9) 100mm motorized faders (e.g., 8 channel banks + 1 master).

• Display: Integrated multi-touch display screen (minimum 7" to 9" class) for comprehensive graphical control.

• DAW Integration: Must support DAW control protocols and act as a multi-channel USB audio interface (minimum 18x18 channel I/O).

I/O and Connectivity

• Analog Inputs: Minimum of 16 professional mic/line preamps (XLR or XLR/TRS combo) with phantom power.

• Analog Outputs: Minimum of 8 assignable balanced XLR outputs.

• Network Audio (Dante): Must include integrated Dante networking capabilities with dual locking Ethernet ports (Primary/Secondary for redundancy or daisy-chaining), plus a dedicated RJ-45 LAN port for control.

Physical Build

• Form Factor: Compact, highly portable desktop or rack-mountable design.

• Dimensions: Approximately 13” W x 18” D x 6” H.

• Weight: Under 16 lbs.

Compatibility

• Must connect to and control the digital stage box in CLIN 0014

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0013 Active 6.5” Bi- Amplified Studio Monitor

• Design: Active, bi-amplified two-way studio monitor. Drivers: Approximately 6.5” high-excursion cone woofer and 1” dome tweeter.

• Frequency Response: Wide-range response (e.g., 43Hz – 24kHz or better).

• Output Power: Minimum 90W total continuous power output.

Connectivity and Controls

• Input Types: Professional balanced inputs including one (1) XLR and one (1) 1/4” TRS.

• Tuning Features: Integrated acoustic room correction and frequency response controls

(e.g., high-frequency trim and room/boundary compensation).

Physical Build

• Enclosure: High-density acoustic-grade construction (e.g., MDF or composite) designed to minimize resonance.

• Power Source: Internal power supply with standard IEC AC input.

• Dimensions: Compact desktop footprint, approximately 13”H x 8”W x 11”D.

• Weight: Approximately 18 to 20 lbs.

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0014 16x8 Dante Digital Stage Box

I/O Capacity

• Configuration: 16-input x 8-output digital stage box. Inputs: Minimum of 16 professional mic/line preamps (using XLR or high-grade XLR/TRS combo jacks).

• Outputs: Minimum of 8 assignable balanced XLR line outputs.

Networking and Audio

• Protocol: Integrated Dante network audio connectivity for seamless integration with digital mixing consoles.

• Data Interface: Dual locking high-speed network ports (e.g., EtherCon or equivalent) to support primary/secondary redundancy or daisy-chaining.

• Resolution: High-fidelity A/D and D/A conversion (e.g., 24-bit/48kHz or higher).

Physical Build

• Form Factor: Standard 19” rack-mountable chassis (2RU height).

• Power: Internal universal power supply with standard IEC AC input.

• Weight: Durable, lightweight construction (approximately 12 to 15 lbs).

Compatibility

• Must natively interface with the digital network protocols used by the mixing consoles in CLIN 0012 and CLIN 0015

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0015 High-Performance 96kHz Digital Mixer

Core Processing and Audio

• Internal Resolution: High-fidelity 96kHz internal sampling rate for superior audio transparency.

• Processing Engine: High-performance FPGA or equivalent low-latency digital processing core.

• Mixing Capacity: Minimum of 32 to 40 input processing channels.

• Channel Strip: Fully featured channel processing including 4-band parametric EQ and dynamics on all channels.

Physical Interface

• Faders: Minimum of sixteen (16) 100mm motorized faders plus a dedicated master fader.

• Display: Integrated 7-inch (minimum) capacitive multi-touch screen for graphical control.

• Recording/Storage: Integrated SD card slot for multi-track recording and stereo playback;

USB storage support for data and audio.

I/O and Connectivity

• Analog Inputs: Minimum of 16 professional mic/line preamps (XLR or XLR/TRS combo) with phantom power.

• Analog Outputs: Minimum of 12 balanced XLR outputs (e.g., Main L/R + 10 assignable mix outputs).

• Digital/Expansion: One (1) AES/EBU digital output and a high-speed digital networking/I/O expansion port (e.g., SLink, gigaACE, or equivalent).

• USB Integration: Integrated 32x32 (minimum) USB audio interface for computer connectivity (e.g., USB-C or Type-B).

Physical Build

• Form Factor: Compact desktop design, compatible with standard 19” equipment racks

(using optional kits).

• Power: Universal internal power supply with standard IEC AC connection.

• Weight: Approximately 22 to 25 lbs.

Compatibility

• Must integrate fully with standard network audio ecosystems and specified stage boxes

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0016 Incidental Services 1 Each

Reference attached Statement of Work

MCINCR RCO – RA Salient Characteristics – Strategic Branch Fiscal Year 2025_Ver.1

DISTRIBUTION: DoW COMMUNITY ONLY

*COO - Country of Origin (for Supplies). Must be manufactured in the U.S.A. or compliant with DFARS clause 252.225-7036 Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Balance of Payments Program at https://www.acquisition.gov/dfars

Incidental Service: Reference CLIN 0016.

DELIVERY DATE AND LOCATION

Required Delivery Date: The soonest possible delivery date after 28 August 2026.

Location: DoDAAC: <54900 Marine Barracks Washington 912 Charles Poor St Bldg 169, WNY Washington, DC 20391, US https://www.acquisition.gov/dfars