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Document Reference Title Requirement Question Government Response Date Chaged Made

#1 6/24/2015 RCIS RFI Regarding the RCIS RFI, are the Distribution D attachments 1-5 are available?

There was no attachment 0004 released with the RFI. Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

8 July 2015 change made to RFI 2015 Doc.

#2 6/25/2015 PROCNET /RFI 2015 We would like to request access to the RCIS 2015 RFI documents that contain CUI. Can you please advise as to what additional steps if any we need to take in order to do so.

Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

8 July 2015 change made to RFI 2015 Doc.

#3 6/25/2015 PROCNET /RFI 2015 Our company is in receipt of the subject RFI on the FBO website and is hereby requesting access to the RCIS program Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) identified, but not currently available via the Internet.

Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

8 July 2015 change made to RFI 2015 Doc.

#4 6/25/2015 PROCNET /RFI 2015 The RCIS RFI-2015.PDf document lists that there is Controller unclassified information not available on the internet that is available upon request. I would like to request this information such that we may be able to provide a complete response. Please let me know what other documentation is required so that we might receive the information.

Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

8 July 2015 change made to RFI 2015 Doc.

#5 6/30/2015 RFI 2015 Doc The RFI-2015 document directs that requests must be made through the FBO website. However there is no methodology to request that information on the FBO opportunity page other than the listing of this email address as Primary POC and the RFI-2015 Document lists that this address should be contacted for clarifications. The direct link for the Distribution D Controlled unclassified information on the RCIS ProcNet webpage (https://contracting.tacom.army.mil/majoracq/RCIS.ht

m) only links back to the FBO website.

Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

8 July 2015 change made to RFI 2015 Doc.

#6 6/30/2015 RCIS 2015 RFI We are in receipt of the subject Fed Biz Ops (FBO) RFI referencing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) that is not available via the internet. "However, CUI will be made available to offerors upon an approved request". Per RCIS 2015 RFI, we are hereby requesting access to the RCIS program Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) identified, but not currently available via the Internet.

Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

8 July 2015 change made to RFI 2015 Doc.

#7 6/30/2015 RCIS Distro D Attachments/CUI Docs

I did see the statement in the 2015 rfi regarding requesting these cui docs over fbo but I have not been able to figure out how to achieve this within the fbo posting. I will ask around here as I am overlooking something. Not the first time :)

Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

#8 6/30/2015 #REF! We would like to request access to the CUI documents available to prepare a response to the RFI. Please advise if the documents are available for the RFI response or will only be made available for the RFP response.

CUI will be made available to offerors upon an approved request. Requests for CUI documents must be made through the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) website via Explicit Access Request. FBO will prompt you for your firm's Marketing Partner ID Number (MPIN). This is tied to your CAGE code. Once a request has been made, an automated email will be generated to the Government reviewer. The Government reserves the right to request additional information to support releasing documentation. All CUI must be handled in accordance with (IAW) the Security Classification markings on each individual document. Direct links to the CUI documents are available on the RCIS website. The CUI docs will be avaible for the RFI if approved.

8 July 2015 change made to RFI 2015 Doc.

#9 7/1/2015 Attachments 1-5 Hello, I doubled checked my FBO profile status which confirms that we are verified to receive controlled information; however, there are no icons or links in the notice that I can see which reference Attachments 1-5.

If attachments 1-5 are available for request from FBO -- I can't figure it out. Have checked the FBO users guide and conferred with other FBO users. Please note I am only referring to Attachments 1-5, the others are available without issue. Any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

There was no attachment 0004 released with the RFI. Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

8 July 2015 change made to RFI 2015 Doc.

#10 7/1/2015 RCIS 2015 RFI We have again read the RFI 2015 document and reviewed the opportunity postings on FBO and PROCNET. While there are links on FBO to the EMD SOW, CDRLs, and Distribution Statement A Attachments, there do not appear to be either links to the Distribution Statement D Attachments, or links to request specific access under the "Notice Details" or "Packages" tabs. Please advise.

Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

#11 7/1/2015 PROCNET Page Please clarify the reference to "TS3 FoC" on the PROCNET page?

(https://contracting.tacom.army.mil/majoracq/RCIS.ht m)

"TS3 FoC" was changed to "RCIS". 8 July 2015 Change made to RCIS PROCNET Page.

#12 7/7/2015 RFI 2015 Doc We have reviewed the FBO RFI and it remains unclear to us who or where we should be submitting the request to gain access to the CUI in support of the subject RFI. If written or electronic notification to the FBO is required, please provide insight to assist so that we can better respond to the RFI. in receipt of the subject Fed Biz Ops (FBO) RFI referencing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) that is not available via the internet. "However, CUI will be made available to offerors upon an approved request". Per RCIS 2015 RFI, we are hereby requesting access to the RCIS program Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) identified, but not currently available via the Internet.

Updated RFI doc on 8 July 2015 to provide interested parties clarification on obtaining RCIS attachments in FBO.

#13 8/18/2015 RFI 2015 Doc I believe the statement "If multiple individuals in your company need access to the attachments/documents for a solicitation and an explicit access request is required" is stating that if an individual from a contractor needs explicit access to the FBO website to download controlled information (CUI in this case), each person need EXPLICT FBO website access must register. It does NOT mean that once we have the information on our contractor IT system we need to have each person with need to know register through their FBO website. Is this a correct understanding? Or, does this mean that every person from every department from every contractor thinking about bidding would need to register on the FBO website?

Every individual contractor that needs access to attachments/documents for a solicitation, whether the contractor is interested in being the prime or a subcontractor, needs to be registered in Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) and submit an explicit access request. Once a contractor obtains access to attachments/documents, one person from an individual company that has already obtained access to the drawings can disseminate to other individuals in the company in accordance with DoD Regulations. However, it is important to note that such dissemination of attachments/documents that have an Export Control Warning Notice are subject to the Arms Export Control Act (Title 22, U.S.C., Sec 2751, et.seq.) or the Export Administration Act of 1979, as amended, Title 50, U.S.C, App. 2401 et. seq. Further dissemination must be in accordance with provisions of DoD Directive 5230.25. This also applies to distribution of the attachments/documents to all subcontractors at every level.

No Change made.

#14 9/21/2015 Attachment 1 - Performance Specification

Can we obtain the "Performance Specification for the Multi-Function Control And Display System For Medium Mine Protected Vehicle Family" referenced in P-spec 3214 of Attachment 1?

It is the Government’s intent to remove the Performance Specification for the Multi-Function Control And Display System For Medium Mine Protected Vehicle Family referenced in P-spec 3214 of Attachment 001. This intended change would be depicted when a draft Attachment 001 – RCIS Performance Specification, draft solicitation or the solicitation is released.

Watch for future draft Attachment 001 – RCIS Performance Specification, draft solicitation or the solicitation is release.

#15 8/2/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

If a small business is certified as more than one socio-economic category, can credit be given for each of the socio-economic categories? For example, what category or categories could be claimed for a Service Disabled Veteran Owned (SDVOSB) and Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB)?

Yes, In accordance with the Small Business Participation Factor Workbook Instructions - Attachment 0036, if the prime contractor or subcontractor falls into more than one category of Small Business, include the dollars in each of those categories.

For the example contained in the question, the dollars associated with the work to be performed by the SDVOSB / WOSB would be applied to the SB category, SDVOSB category, and to the WOSB category. (Reference "Small Business Participation Factor Workbook Instructions" page 2 (Prime $, Prime Contractor Participation Dollars), Paragraph 2.e. "Applying Multiple Small Business Categories" and page 3 (Sub $, Subcontractor Participation Dollars), Paragraph 2.e "Applying Multiple Small Business Categories.")

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#16 8/4/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

This projected iteration of the RCIS is meant to be semi-autonomous only, once the operator chooses to exit the vehicle. Is there an intent to progress to more autonomy? How much? What would that ‘autonomy’ mean?

No. There is no requirement for more 'Autonomy'.

Requirements for semi-autonomous control will be clarified in Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec in the final RFP.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#17 8/4/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Is this semi-autonomous version merely waypoint following or will it sense the road? Will it also have obstacle avoidance capability?

Semi-Autonomous control is not required to be merely waypoint following, nor is it required to sense the road. Obstacle avoidance is not a requirement. The technology is specific to each offerors' design and the responsibility of the offeror.

Please refer to P-Spec-526 in Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#18 8/4/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Does the system need to work in adverse weather conditions like dust, fog?

Yes, refer to Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec dated 21 July 2016, Section 3.4.2 pages 103 - 106 .

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#20 8/4/2016 Pre-Solicitation

Will RCIS only be expected to follow defined lanes or roadways autonomously similar to AMAS/ACO's intended capability?

No, there is no requirement to follow defined lanes or roadways autonomously similar to AMAS/ACO's intended capability.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#21 8/4/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

What other automation has not been talked about but is necessary for RCIS?

All requirements are contained in Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec dated 21 July 2016. Any updates to the requirements of this procurement will be articulated in Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec in the final RFP.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#22 8/4/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Is the SAC integrated add-on kit meant to be temporary or will it be part of the base platform?

Please refer to Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec dated 21 July 2016.

There are requirements throughout the P-Spec addressing the integration and mounting, and those components which are required to be removable. The term 'temporary' is not used in the P-Spec. The SAC integrated add-on kit is not part of the base platform. Any updates to the requirements of this procurement will be articulated in Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec in the final

RFP.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#24 8/4/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

How important will be compatibility of this system with Leader-Follower/ACO/Autonomous Ground Resupply, IOP, and Victory?

The SAC system is required to implement IOP. Please refer to the RCIS PWS and Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec dated 21 July 2016. There is no requirement to be compatible with Leader- Follower/ACO/Autonomous Ground Resupply or Victory.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#26 8/12/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Will any level of technical data (shop manuals, schematics, etc.) on the base vehicle be available to contractors pre- or post-award beyond what has already been published on FBO as of August 11, 2016?

Yes. Shrinkwrap CAD data for the D-HMEE will be available pre-award and provided with the final RFP release. Electrical and Hydraulic schematics for the D-HMEE will be available post-award.

Any changes, as a result of this question, #28 8/12/2016 Pre-Solicitation

There was mention of a dismount OCU capability/requirement, but also a head-pointed capability/requirement on the OCU. It may be difficult to support these two requirements combined in a logical, safe fashion. Can the Government clarify or provide any guidance here as to what the requirement is or is not?

The head aimed control viewer is only required when operating in the MPCV Control Vehicle. It is not intended for use in the dismount mode. This will be clarified in Attachment 0001 RCIS P- Spec, section 3.2.3.3.4, in the final RFP.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#29 8/12/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

What level of day-to-day maintenance can the system require and still be acceptable to the mission? E.g.

wiping off sensor lenses, etc.?

Per the RCIS Operational Mode Summary/Mission Profile (OMS/MP) (Attachment 0005), Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) is completed before and after missions. Per the RCIS Performance Specification (Attachment 0001), RCIS PMCS shall be completed in 30 minutes or less Thershold (T), 10 minutes or less Objective (O), reference P-Spec 579 section 3.3.2.2.2.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#31 8/12/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Will the Government be handling ATEC/related validation and certification activities, or are those the responsibility of the contractor to line up and execute?

The Contractor will provide test certifications per the Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec section 4. The Contractor will also support the Government with ATEC documentation deliverables per the PWS, section C.16 and C.21.16.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#32 8/12/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Will the Government entertain flexible terms in terms of payments and financing to accommodate larger purchases (particularly in the production phases)?

The Government has not yet made any determination regarding financing. The final RFP will reflect the Government's determination regarding financing.

Any changes, as a result of this question, #37 8/12/2016 P-spec-754 3.2.3.7.6 Non-Line of Sight

(NLOS)

Range

The RCIS Type I shall control the R- HMEE in the unmanned mode up to a distance of 100 meters Non Line-of-Sight (NLOS) (T), up to 500 meters (O), from the OCU.

The definition of NLOS in section 6.2 describes line of sight obstructions such as buildings, terrain features, vegetation, etc. It will be very difficult to predict the RF path losses through all possible combinations of materials and all possible material thicknesses that may be encountered. Could this requirement be reworded to provide the maximum RF path loss through the obstructions instead, given in terms of decibels (dB)?

That would give the contractor the ability to precisely define the performance parameters for the RCIS radio transmitters and receivers, and allow the Government to perform controlled laboratory tests to verify that the requirement is met in the delivered system.

Yes. The Government will update the requirement in the RCIS P- SPEC Attachment 0001 to be released with the final RFP.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#38 8/12/2016 P-spec-2987 3.2.3.6.4.

Integrate Boom Arm Attachme nts

The RCIS Type I shall integrate the rake and spork, air spade, light and measurement attachments onto the boom arm without interfering with each other and the classification camera (T), without interfering with all attachments (O).

Is any data available for the clearance volumes between the D-HMEE unique interrogation attachments (Rake and Spork/Air Spade, Clamshell Bucket, Backhoe) and the RCIS Type I classification equipment?

Yes. Shrinkwrap CAD data will be available and provided with the final RFP release.

Any changes, as a result of this question, #47 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation

Has the HMEE ICD been validated by the government or an independent third party? If not, can HMEE delivery be moved closer to the contract award date in order to ensure that all of the appropriate IO and sensors are documented and functional?

No, the D-HMEE Robotic ICD (Attachment 0003) has not been validated by a third party. The Government will consider validating the ICD, and also consider moving the D-HMEE delivery closer to contract award.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#48 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Have the HMEE CAN latency and the curve of braking distance vs speed been measured? Can they be added to the HMEE ICD?

No, the D-HMEE CAN latency and the curve of braking distance vs speed has not yet been measured. The Government will consider obtaining this information and providing it with the final RFP release.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#50 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Is there a Risk Reduction Test (RRT), that allows the Government and Army test community to learn how to test the system, scheduled prior to Government Test as part of the approved program schedule?

The Government will perform Risk Reduction Testing during the TARDEC SIL or "Government Simuluation" (PWS C.15.2) and "Contractor Verification Testing" (PWS C.16.3).

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#51 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

When being tele-operated, can the HMEE’s reverse speed be limited by the MBU B-Kit? This would reduce the requirements and cost of obstacle detection components on the rear side of the HMEE.

Yes. The Government will update the speed requirement for reverse in the RCIS P-SPEC Attachment 0001 to be released with the final RFP.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#52 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Will the IOP instantiation for the RCIS program be released with the RFP?

Yes, the Government will provide a RCIS-specific IOP instantiation with the final RFP release.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#53 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

How will the proposals be evaluated in regards to cost and performance? LPTA? Best Value?

It is the Government’s intent to evaluate proposals using a best value tradeoff process . Please continue to check FedBizOppz (FBO) for draft solicitation/documents or for the solicitation release.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#54 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

What is the percentage of time in a 72 hour mission the system will be operated in unmanned mode (including tele-operated, semi-autonomous, and autonomous modes)?

Please refer to Attachment 0005 - RCIS Operational Mode Summary - Mission Profile (OMS-MP).

Any changes, as a result of this question, #59 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation

P-spec-507 requires wireless communications be “closed loop, point to point system which is only capable of transmitting data and video between the R-HMEE and the OCU”. Is this requirement a limitation due to safety and information security reasons or would meshing type radios be an acceptable solution.

P-spec-507 states that the communications shall be point-to-point, transmitting data and video between the R-HMEE and the OCU. Additional radios not on the R-HMEE or OCU to establish a mesh network or act as repeaters would not meet the requirement.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#60 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Is the intent of the Head Aimed Control Viewer (P-Spec- 356): ”to view video from the R-HMEE as if they were seated in the R-HMEE driver's seat” such that the operator should see all interior items (gauges , indicator lights, physical controls) including obstructions presented by cab?

No. P-spec-356 will be revised in the final Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#62 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Separation of applique kit prime contractor and JCB will increase program costs and overall program risk.

a. Example: If base D-HMEE does not meet performance requirements or has minimal factor of safety, this will incur additional risk due to separation of program this is an unknown factor.

Contractor advised that statement was only meant to express a comment. There is no question to answer.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#63 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

There is not enough information regarding the physical interfaces to the D-HMEE. Provision of detailed Interior and Exterior CAD data for development of mechanical interfaces would drastically reduce program cost and risk.

Noted. Shrinkwrap CAD data will be available and provided with the final RFP release.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#65 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

There is no mention of feedback sensors on the loader and backhoe joints, some of the semi-autonomous behaviors suggested would require it. Will the D-HMEE come with these sensors already provided?

No. There is no information beyond that documented in the D- HMEE Robotic ICD (Attachment 0003). The RCIS Type I vendor is responsible for providing any equipment such as feedback sensors if required by their design.

Any changes, as a result of this question, #70 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation

Please reference Attachment 02, ICD HMEE. What are the configuration items of the Crew Protection Kit hardware and it interfaces to the HMEE?

Information regarding the CPK configuration items or interfaces is not available. However, shrinkwrap CAD data will be available for the D-HMEE and provided with the final RFP release. The CAD data will contain both the unarmored D-HMEE cab and the armored D-HMEE cab (with the CPK).

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#71 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Will CAD models of the HMEE and MPCV control vehicle be provided? If so, when? If not, will space claim be provided within which contractor can locate items?

Shrinkwrap CAD data will be available for the D-HMEE and provided with the final RFP release. The CAD data will contain both the unarmored D-HMEE cab and the armored D-HMEE cab (with the CPK).

CAD data for the MPCV is not available. The Government is making the MPCV available to industry to inspect during RCIS Type I vehicle vieiwing be held on 12-13 Oct 2016 in Warren, MI.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#72 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Will feedback from steering wheel angles of all 4 wheels on CAN bus? How about feedback on service brakes?

No, there is no feedback from steering wheel angles of all 4 wheels on CAN bus. No, there is no feedback on service brakes.

The RCIS Type I vendor is responsible for providing any equipment such as feedback sensors if required by their design.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#73 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Please reference Attachment 03, D-HMEE Robotic Interface ICD. Section 4.5.3 details an emergency stop’s (E-STOP) recommended location and indicates that provisions for one have been made. The performance specification, however, has no requirement for a physical E-Stop on the MBU. Should the MBU B-Kit provide a physical emergency stop or are the provisions solely for the purposes of testing?

In the manned mode, the D-HMEE emergency stop is provided by the OEM on the D-HMEE and as described in section 4.5.3 of Attachment 0003.

In the unmanned mode the operator has the OCU. Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec-546 states the OCU shall have a dedicated physical switch to enable one operator using the OCU to initiate an emergency stop. Please refer to Attachment 0001 RCIS P- Spec dated 21 July 2016.

Any changes, as a result of this question, #74 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation

Please more clearly define Semi-Autonomy requirements. For example, while maximum and average speeds are designated for Semi-Autonomous control, what exactly will the system be doing while driving at these speeds? Moving in the convoy formation? Moving from the stationary convoy formation to potential threat (on its own)? Etc. If collision avoidance is included in Semi-Autonomous capabilities it is possible that the system could initiate a specific behavior that will allow it to avoid hitting a human or object, but then this behavior inadvertently causes a vehicle-to-vehicle collision. What type of decision path protocol will be required for such scenarios? Could you provide more specific requirements around vehicle following behavior requirements? Can you provide an example of your implied Semi-autonomy definition? For example, are there industry standards that we can reference (e.g., NIST), or is it intended that the referenced TOPs define the required degrees of semi-autonomy. Also, while TOP 2-2-540 provides limited detail on the definition of semi-autonomy, it lists the verification method for Autonomous Navigation as “TBD.” Please clarify.

Regarding movement within formations, please refer to Attachment 0005 - RCIS Operational Mode Summary - Mission Profile (OMS-MP).

The Government will consider updating the Semi-Autonomy requirement in the RCIS P-SPEC Attachment 0001 to be released with the final RFP.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#75 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Are there any obstacle detection sensor restrictions? There are no restrictions on choice of technology. However, all sensors must be safe for use at Army test centers and within Army units once fielded. Lasers must meet all requirements of

MIL STD 1425A.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#76 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Is road following behavior based on sensors only or on a pre-loaded map?

There are no restrictions on methods of semi-autonomous control. However, all information necessary for operation such as maps are the offeror's responsibility, no maps will be provided by the Government.

Any changes, as a result of this question, #77 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation

Please reference PSPEC – 546: Is this stop in accordance with 3.2.2.8.2 stopping distance?

No. The stopping distance in Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec-290 is specific to the D-HMEE. P-Spec-546 is required of the SAC system IAW the Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) Interoperability Profile (IOP).

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#78 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Is it the Government’s intent that the RCIS Type I prime will develop the RCIS-specific IOP instantiation, or will one be provided?

Yes, the Government will provide a RCIS-specific IOP instantiation with the final RFP release.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#81 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Please reference PSPEC – 712: PSPEC States reliability of Host Vehicle and Control Vehicle shall not be degraded– What are the baseline reliabilities of the control and host vehicles?

This question refers to an outdated version of the RCIS P-Spec.

Please refer to P-spec-712 in Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec dated 21 July 2016 which contains revised language.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#82 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Please reference PSPEC – 2993: Interrogation Time – How do these required times compare to the interrogation times when an operator is seated in the cab of the HMEE? The mobility requirements (PSPEC – 276, 281, 469, 2947, 301, 302, 2892, 2893, etc.) allow for up to 10% degradation in performance when performing unmanned movements. Should the same logic apply to performance associated with using the implements remotely? It would not make sense to require a remote operator to perform a task faster than an operator sitting in the vehicle’s cab.

The requirements for interrogation time were specified by the military user. Since this is a new capability, there is no documented human performance baseline. Refer to Attachment 0001 RCIS P-Spec dated 21 July 2016; specifically P-specs 402, 403, 440, 441, 442, 2997, 443, 2998, and 444.

The 10% degradation was also specified by the military user, refer to P-specs 281, 301, 302, 2892, 2893, 2949, 291, and 309.

No, the same logic does not apply to peformance assoicatied with using the implments remotely because there is documented test results for manned HMEE automotive performance.

Any changes, as a result of this question, #84 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation

Will HMEE have a SASM GPS module? If so, what is the message protocol for SASM GPS? Will command vehicle have SASM GPS? If so, Will the OCU have access to that GPS data? Will the vehicle to be followed (MPCV, etc.)

provide GPS position to the HMEE vehicle?

No, the HMEE does not have a SASM GPS module, therefore there is no message protocol for SASM GPS.

The command vehicle may or may not have SASM GPS.

Regardless, the OCU will not have access to that GPS data.

The Government is not providing GPS position from the vehicle to be followed (MPCV, etc.) to the HMEE vehicle. The offeror is responsible for providing GPS position from the vehicle to the HMEE if needed as part of its design solution.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#85 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Is the HMEE vehicle position going to be on CAN bus?

Is there an IMU aside from tilt sensor on base vehicle?

No, there is no HMEE vehicle position on the CAN bus.

No. There is no IMU aside from tilt sensor on base vehicle.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#86 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

What type/format of map data will be provided for semi-autonomous operations? For example, Blue Force tracker?

No map data will be provided by the Government, nor is it a requirement of the P-spec.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#87 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

What type/format of path data would be provided/imported, or would it only be generated locally based on operator input?

No path data will be provided by the Government. This is specific to each offerors' design and the responsibility of the offeror.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#88 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Please reference PSPEC – 3173: RCIS Vehicle Audio – Is there a minimum (or range) of dB sound level(s) that must be detected? It may be necessary to define ranges during while HMEE is at standstill, engine off and a different range while in motion

Yes. The Government will update this requirement to clarify a range of sound (in dB) in the RCIS P-SPEC Attachment 0001 to be released with the final RFP.

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Please reference PSPEC – 356: View from Vehicle Driver’s Seat. Do the requirements of 3.2.3.4.6.4 and

3.2.3.4.6.5 apply to this requirement. For example, if the design must account for the 5th to 95% percentile soldier, the viewing angle center lines change over that human height range and it may be required to move the center point of the camera to accommodate the entire range. Since the operator will be seated in the Buffalo viewing a camera mounted within the HMEE cab it may better to set the view point from a maximum advantage point of camera regardless of the height of the original HMEE driver.

No, the requirements of P-spec-325 in 3.2.3.4.6.4 and P-spec- 318 in 3.2.3.4.6.5 do not apply to the P-spec-356 requirement.

Any changes, as a result of this question, will be reflected in the final RFP.

#107 8/15/2016 Pre-Solicitation Conference Question

Does the Government anticipate that additional attachments or documents will be released prior to the final RFP (e.g., Attachments 17, 25, 26, 28, 30, 33, 34, 35, 37, and 40)?

The Government will not release additional attachments prior to final RFP release.

Any changes, as a result of this question, RCIS Batch 1