Small Handheld Requirements.docx

Small and Handheld Radiation Triage Kit Solutions

Technical Description Format:

All interested sources shall respond by providing capability statements outlining technical specifications and a technical summary, along with cost and schedule impacts for the development of a new system or upgrades to an existing system to meet the stated requirements in the Performance Specification. The capability statement shall include the following information:

1. System picture, diagram, or line drawing: An image or notional image of the system, preferably a view that gives a fair representation of the system size.

2. Technology: Describe the technology proposed. Additionally, if a system currently exists, elaborate on modifications necessary to meet the stated requirements.

3. Technology Readiness Level: Include vendor assessment of Technology Readiness Level of system.

4. Narrative of System Employment Concepts: Include the conceptual mechanism by which the system accomplishes its functions and detailed employment of techniques/methods.

5. System Parameters: Identify those parameters/requirements that are an executable, that drive cost and schedule, and that are high risk (i.e. weight, operational time, frequency range, size, power, etc.)

6. Limitations/Hazards/Special Requirements: State any special limitations, hazards and/or special requirements such as power sources or operating temperatures and their respective characteristics.

7. Special Features/Capabilities: Summarize any special features or capabilities that will improve the overall effectiveness and performance of the system. Identify risk areas to any of these features or capabilities.

8. System Ruggedness: Include any testing results of system ruggedness within Arctic and Maritime environments.

9. Product Support: State the availability of product support for warranty, parts, calibration, and general repairs.

a. If maintenance or calibration is required, state the frequency and costs associated.

10. Rough order of magnitude (ROM) cost and schedule for the development of a new or modification of an existing system.

a. Include the cost of:

i. One unit

ii. 100 units

iii. 1000 units

iv. 3200 units

11. Description of technical and manufacturing capabilities as applicable to this solution, including overall manufacturing timeline and production rate.

Requirements:

The system shall provide the operator a way to detect, quickly locate, measure, and identify the source of the radioactive materials in conformance with ANSI N42.34-2015. This system may also have the capability to analyze shipping containers and provide a general location of any existing threats. The system must be man-portable and/or Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) mountable.

Please answer the following questions and include attachments of any supporting information in your response to this posting.

Physical Parameters

Size

Weight

Operational temperature range

Storage temperature range

Battery type

Battery life

Technology Information

Technology type (identification, personal monitoring)

Detector resolution

Neutron sensitivity

Detector type

Multiple detector (source) options

Type(s) of radiation detected

TRL

Compatible with ANSI N42.34-2015

Usability

Buttons useable with gloves?

Touchscreen?

Audible alarms?

Sound mutable?

Remote Use Information

Remotely operable?

Radio included/needed for remote operation?

Frequencies required

Integrated with command and control software? (TAK)

Remotely operated vehicle (ROV) mountable?

Protocol used for communication? (wired/wireless)

Radiofrequency enabling and disabling?

Ruggedness (Test documentation requested)

Waterproof?

Dust proof?

Drop rating?

Salt ingress issues?

Issues with operation in arctic environments?

Screen visible in direct sunlight?

Electromagnetic Environment (Test documentation requested)

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) (including helicopter) tested?

Electromagnetic interference (EMI) tested?

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) tested?

Maintenance and Repair

Regular maintenance required?

User-completed system verification required?

Warranty included with purchase?

Warranty information

Repairs included?

Included Services

Training included in purchase of system?

Software updates included in purchase?

Reachback support included?

Requested Information:

The respondents shall provide the following information:

· Past performance in manufacturing of the requested or similar items.

· A description of technical and manufacturing capabilities as applicable to this item.

· A description of facilities and testing capabilities.

· A description of product support.

· Any available and pertinent quad-charts on the system.

· All interested sources shall provide estimate pricing on company letterhead.

· All interested sources shall provide a company brochure or list of specifications, organization name, address, a point of contact, phone number, fax number, e-mail address, business size, DUNS number, and CAGE Code.