SOW XDAT Flightline Private Network v4.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK

FLIGHTLINE PRIVATE NETWORK

TRAVIS AFB CALIFORNIA

DATE: 12 JUNE 2023

1. INTRODUCTION: This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the scope, objectives, deliverables, and timeline for the deployment of a private cellular network (4G/long-term evolution [LTE]) for the MXG flightline at Travis AFB, CA. The primary objective of implementing a private cellular network on the flightline is to enhance communication, data transfer, and operational efficiency within the flightline environment. The private cellular network must cover the complete flightline to include the hot load ramp. Maintainers must be able to access network resources and perform their work within an aircraft anywhere on the flightline. Private wireless connectivity is not required within buildings as the existing WiFi network provides that access. Maintainers need access to maintenance platforms (GO81, GDSS, WebFLIS, Fedlog, etc.) using eTool toughbooks. Initial connectivity to the base network/AFIN will be through a Commercial Internet Connection (vendor provided) while the vendor pursues an Authority to Operate (ATO) to connect directly into the base network. The government and the vendor will work together jointly to develop the test plan. The test plan will ensure the maintainers can perform their work across the flightline. The contractor shall be responsible for engineering, installing, and testing the solution. The government shall be responsible for:

· Connectivity and power at the installed radio locations, as determined by the contractor site survey.

· Providing rack space to house the core components.

· Coordination and approval to mount antennas.

· Contractor access to base and installation facilities, to include restricted area escorts.

· Furnishing a private cellular-capable government laptop or network mobile device to demonstrate capabilities, access, and functional demonstration of maintenance applications for use in acceptance testing.

· Comm squadron support to accomplish network configurations to implement the 4G/LTE capability.

· Spectrum use approval.

2. SCOPE OF WORK:

· Project Management:

· The contractor will designate a Project Manager (PM) single point of contact for the CO and designated representatives. PM will track the current status, accomplishments, upcoming activities, risks and risk mitigation. The PM will manage all aspects of the implementation to include survey efforts, equipment deliveries, installation, and final documentation efforts. The PM will schedule, coordinate and provide meeting minutes to local Air Force (AF) program manager representatives. During removal/installation, the designated Site Lead will work on site to keep government representatives aware of day-to-day activities and remain on target and comply with the Statement of Work

· Assessment and Planning:

· Conduct a comprehensive survey to assess the topographical challenges and use the survey results to determine a suitable network solution.

· Identify the appropriate cellular network technology (e.g., 4G LTE) to cover 82 aircraft parking spots to meet the flightline needs and future scalability.

· Prepare a detailed network deployment plan, including site layouts, equipment specifications, and connectivity requirements.

· Updated scope of work (if needed) Note: The contractor and the customer shall concur on the desired network architecture that best suits customer requirements before progressing forward to the next objective. To achieve this, meetings shall be conducted among all relevant parties.

· Network Design and Deployment:

· Provide 100 Mbps commercial Internet connection and service provider network edge demarcation device, e.g., router, switch.

· Design the cellular network architecture, considering coverage, capacity, and security requirements.

· Base RF coverage design on 64 Quadrature Amplitude Modulation (QAM) to determine how many APs needed to provide desired level of performance.

· Uplink and downlink performance requirements specified at 100 ft. unobstructed line of sight and 90% of max theoretical throughput shown below when using 64 QAM, LTE Time Division Duplex (TDD) Configuration 2, and Single Input/Single Output (SISO) or Multiple Input/Multiple Output (MIMO), unobstructed line of sight, and single mobile device, to allow for RF interference, transmission errors, retransmission (10% max packet error rate), TCP/IP protocol overhead, and variable Internet latency.

· NOTE 1: Actual max theoretical throughput is dependent on mobile device antenna/transmitter hardware and spectrum grant received from the Spectrum Access Service (SAS) defining max permitted bandwidth, max permitted EIRP, etc.

· NOTE 2: Depending on mobile device hardware capabilities, max potential uplink throughput may be significantly less than max potential downlink throughput.

· Work with DISA Joint Spectrum Center to obtain Electromagnetic Environment Effects (E3) Analysis Consulting Report and Radiation Hazards (RADHAZ) to Humans, Fuels, and Ordnance Consulting Report and provide the Reports to the Travis AFB Spectrum Manager. (This will be vendor funded if requested or required by the government.)

· Procure the necessary network equipment, including access points, antennas, routers, and switches. Access points will be capable of supporting maximum EIRP permitted by FCC Part 96 regulations and must comply with all Part 96 certification requirements.

· Site preparation (Allied support provides fiber and power to access points (AP) locations.)

· Delivery to site and inventory.

· Equipment installation and software configuration. Install and configure the network infrastructure, ensuring proper connectivity and integration with existing systems. Note that AP installation height may require a hi-lift truck to complete the installation.

· Lightning protection for outdoor equipment.

· Conduct comprehensive testing and optimization to confirm successful operation and ensure optimal network performance.

· New installations will utilize existing cable tray or cable path whenever possible. When not available, J-hooks will be utilized to support cables. When wall penetration is necessary, a sleeve will be used, and the penetration will be sealed and/or fire stopped utilizing UL approved Hilti products in accordance with NFPA-101 Life Safety Code. The installation team will maintain either ANSI/TIA/EIA T568A or T568B wiring standards based on local standards.

· All installed hardware, cabling and associated data jacks and patch panel positions will be labeled IAW TIA/EIA-606-A and/or local standards. The installation will meet Travis AFBI 17-211 Standard Communications Infrastructure Compliance. All newly installed network cabling will be tested for proper performance.

Note: The output of this phase shall include a fully operational solution.

· Security and Authentication:

· Implement robust security measures, including encryption protocols, authentication mechanisms, and access control policies.

· Integrate firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security solutions to safeguard the network against threats.

· Operating procedures for registering SIMs, user devices, and users in the subscriber directory.

· Establish secure authentication mechanisms for network users, ensuring only authorized devices and users can access the network.

· Monitoring and Maintenance:

· Set up network monitoring tools to continuously monitor network performance, identify issues, and ensure uptime.

· Develop a maintenance plan for regular software updates, hardware maintenance, and troubleshooting.

· Provide ongoing technical support and helpdesk services to address any network-related concerns or issues.

· Post installation:

· A post installation survey with Heat Maps will be conducted to validate operational acceptable coverage.

3. DELIVERABLES:

· Network design documentation, including network architecture and deployment plans. (Submit 30 days post-award)

· Test Plan. (Submit 45 days post-award)

· Itemized cost estimate of operating costs for years 1-3. (Submit 45 days post-award)

· Post installation survey with Heat Maps. (Due upon final project completion)

· All test results will be documented in an “as built” and provided in Adobe Acrobat® .pdf format. (Due upon final completion)

· Documentation of network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines. (Due upon final completion)

· Network security implementation, including encryption protocols and access control measures. (Due upon final completion)

· 120ea client device SIM cards. (Due upon final completion)

· Installed and configured cellular network infrastructure on the Travis AFB flightline.

· Installed and verified 100 Mbps commercial Internet connection.

· Ongoing network monitoring and management system.

· Training sessions for relevant personnel.

4. Period of Performance and Key Events The project duration shall not exceed 12 months from contract award. The following Key Events shall be included in the project schedule. Comment by NICODEMUS, BLAIR G CTR USAF HAF AF/A4PA: Recommend adding at least 1 option year for sustainment support, help desk support, break/fix, performance monitoring, fault management, etc.. Suggest keep scope broad with examples of potential work, with scope and PWS details to be determined by government at a future date.

Period of performance

Requirement-gathering and documentation

Planning

Create Test Plan

Deployment

Execute Test Plan

Personnel/Operations Training

Monitoring and Maintenance - Ongoing

5. Acceptance Criteria:

· Successful deployment and configuration of the cellular network infrastructure.

· Demonstrated wireless coverage, and security in accordance with agreed-upon specifications detailed in the test plan, demonstrated through testing, and documented in the test report.

· Demonstrated network performance at each individual AP in accordance with network throughput parameters described in Section 2 above.

· Demonstrated ability of management platform to detect fault, performance, and security events in the cellular network and generate management alerts.

· Demonstrated ability to detect commercial Internet connection outage.

· Demonstrated ability to dynamically adjust frequency, bandwidth, and EIRP in response to an initial grant and a revised grant from the SAS.

· Demonstrated ability to provision new mobile devices and to deprovision existing mobile devices.

· APs compliant with FCC Part 96 regulations.

· Approval of all deliverables by Travis AFB authorized representatives.

6. Support Overview The contractor shall be responsible for system support and maintenance for one (1) year after contract award. Initial support shall not include onsite support; The contractor shall work with the Customer to provide all initial support remotely. If the error cannot be resolved remotely, the contractor shall send a person to Travis AFB to address and resolve the problem.

· Initial response time for critical errors (i.e. total outage, major restrictions on the management function) will be 1 hour, with onsite support within 72 hours if issue is not rectified.

· Initial response time for minor errors (i.e. failure in software component that’s non-critical, serious inefficiency of O&M functionality) will be 24 hours, with onsite support within 7 days if issue is not rectified.

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