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FIELD INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS

SYSTEM (FICS)

(“SYUN LIEN”)

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

COMMUNICATIONS ELECTRONICS COMMAND - INTEGRATED LOGISTICS SUPPORT

CENTER (CECOM-ILSC)

SECURITY ASSISTANCE MANAGEMENT DIRECTORATE (SAMD)

COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION

Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland 21005

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Table of Contents

1 GENERAL ......................................................................................................................... 1-7

1.1 BACKGROUND ........................................................................................................ 1-7

1.2 PROGRAM OBJECTIVES ...................................................................................... 1-9

1.3 KEY STAKEHOLDER REQUIREMENTS ......................................................... 1-10

1.3.1 Equipment Reutilization ...................................................................................... 1-10

1.3.1.1 Prime Movers. ................................................................................................ 1-10

1.3.1.2 Shelters. .......................................................................................................... 1-10

1.3.1.3 Trailers. .......................................................................................................... 1-10

1.3.2 Data Throughput .................................................................................................. 1-10

1.3.3 Improve Site Establishment Efficiencies ............................................................ 1-11

1.3.4 Interoperability ..................................................................................................... 1-11

1.3.5 15 Years Service .................................................................................................... 1-12

1.3.6 Reduce Power Requirements ............................................................................... 1-12

1.3.7 System Operational Availability ......................................................................... 1-12

1.3.8 Fabrication/Integration Restriction. ................................................................... 1-12

2 FIELD INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM (FICS) (“SYUN

LIEN”) ...................................................................................................................................... 2-13

2.1 FIELD INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM (FICS)

COMMUNICATIONS NODES ............................................................................................. 2-14

2.1.1 Prime Mover(s) ..................................................................................................... 2-17

2.1.1.1 Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) Prime Mover(s) ....................... 2-17

2.1.2 Environmental Control/Protection ..................................................................... 2-17

2.1.2.1 Rigid Walled Shelter ...................................................................................... 2-17

2.1.2.2 Environmental Control Unit (ECU) ............................................................. 2-18

2.1.2.3 Transit Case ................................................................................................... 2-18

2.1.3 Power Generation/Distribution Sub-System ...................................................... 2-18

2.1.3.1 Alternating Current (AC) Power System ...................................................... 2-18

2.1.3.2 Direct Current (DC) Power ........................................................................... 2-19

2.1.3.3 Commercial Power ........................................................................................ 2-19

2.1.3.4 Three Phase Power ........................................................................................ 2-19

2.1.3.5 Electrical Grounding Kits ............................................................................. 2-19

2.1.4 Transmission Sub-System (TS) ........................................................................... 2-19

2.1.4.1 WAN Broadband Radio. ................................................................................ 2-19

2.1.4.2 Dismounted WAN Broadband Kit. ................................................................ 2-21

2.1.4.3 Antenna Mast Systems................................................................................... 2-21

2.1.5 Tactical Data Network (TDN) Sub-System ........................................................ 2-22

2.1.5.1 High Capacity, IP-routed Network ............................................................... 2-22

2.1.5.2 IP Network Services....................................................................................... 2-24

2.1.5.3 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)......................................................... 2-26

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2.1.6 Mobile Communications Sub-System (MCS) .................................................... 2-26

2.1.6.1 Voice Over IP (VOIP) Telephony ................................................................. 2-26

2.1.6.2 Radio Over IP (ROIP) Gateway .................................................................... 2-30

2.1.7 Node Operations and Management .................................................................... 2-31

2.1.7.1 Node Operations Workstation ....................................................................... 2-31

2.1.7.2 Node Manager’s Workstation ....................................................................... 2-32

2.1.7.3 Wind Speed Measurement ............................................................................. 2-34

2.1.8 Communications Node (CN) Crew. .................................................................... 2-35

2.1.9 Communications Node (CN) Site Setup ............................................................. 2-35

2.1.10 Rail Transportation Standard ............................................................................. 2-35

2.2 NETWORK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NMS)................................................. 2-35

2.2.1 Prime Mover(s) ..................................................................................................... 2-37

2.2.1.1 Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) Prime Mover(s) ....................... 2-38

2.2.2 Environmental Control/Protection ..................................................................... 2-38

2.2.2.1 Rigid Walled Shelter ...................................................................................... 2-38

2.2.2.2 Soft Walled Shelter ........................................................................................ 2-38

2.2.2.3 Environmental Control Unit (ECU) ............................................................. 2-39

2.2.2.4 Transit Case ................................................................................................... 2-39

2.2.3 Power Generation/Distribution Sub-System ...................................................... 2-39

2.2.3.1 Alternating Current (AC) Power System ...................................................... 2-39

2.2.3.2 Direct Current (DC) Power ........................................................................... 2-39

2.2.3.3 Commercial Power ........................................................................................ 2-40

2.2.3.4 Electrical Grounding Kits ............................................................................. 2-40

2.2.4 NMS IP Routed Subnetwork ............................................................................... 2-40

2.2.4.2 IP Network Services....................................................................................... 2-41

2.2.5 FICS Radio Frequency (RF) Network Planning ............................................... 2-43

2.2.5.1 Radio Frequency (RF) Propagation Analysis Tool...................................... 2-43

2.2.6 FICS Command and Control (C2) Messaging ................................................... 2-45

2.2.6.1 C2 Messaging – Node Manager .................................................................... 2-45

2.2.6.2 C2 Messaging – Network Planner ................................................................ 2-45

2.2.6.3 C2 Messaging Order/Response Matrix ......................................................... 2-46

2.2.7 FICS Situational Awareness (SA) ....................................................................... 2-46

2.2.7.1 Digital Terrain Map....................................................................................... 2-46

2.2.7.2 Position Location Information (PLI) ........................................................... 2-48

2.2.7.3 Network Monitoring System .......................................................................... 2-48

2.2.7.4 Collaboration Software Suite ........................................................................ 2-50

2.2.8 Video Teleconference System .............................................................................. 2-50

2.2.8.1 Multipoint Conference Unit (MCU) ............................................................. 2-51

2.2.8.2 Video Phone ................................................................................................... 2-51

2.2.8.3 Interactive Digital Display (IDD) .................................................................. 2-51

2.2.9 System Administration ......................................................................................... 2-51

2.2.9.1 NMS System Administration. ........................................................................ 2-51

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2.2.9.2 Configuration Management .......................................................................... 2-51

2.2.9.3 Productivity Suite ........................................................................................... 2-52

2.2.9.4 Subscriber Voice Terminal (IP Phones) ....................................................... 2-52

2.2.10 Network Management System (NMS) Crew. ..................................................... 2-52

2.2.11 Network Management System (NMS) Site Setup .............................................. 2-53

2.2.12 Rail Transportation Standard ............................................................................. 2-53

2.3 SECURITY SUB-SYSTEM (SSS).......................................................................... 2-53

2.3.1 Encryptor .............................................................................................................. 2-53

2.3.2 Communication Security (COMSEC) Key Management System .................... 2-53

2.3.3 FICS Host Protection Software Suite. ................................................................ 2-53

2.3.4 FICS Inter-Host Protection Software ................................................................. 2-53

2.3.5 Mobile Security Attachment (MSA) ................................................................... 2-54

2.3.5.1 MSA Firewall ................................................................................................. 2-55

2.3.5.2 Intrusion Detection System/Intrusion Protection System (IDS/IPS) .......... 2-55

2.3.5.3 MSA Management (Local) ............................................................................ 2-55

2.3.5.4 MSA Management (Remote) ......................................................................... 2-55

3.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR PROGRAM MANAGEMENT ............................................. 2-55

3.0.1 PROGRAM MANAGEMENT REVIEWS (PMR) ..................................................... 2-55

3.0.2 Informal Reviews/Meetings .................................................................................... 2-56

3.0.3 Logistics/Maintenance Reviews/Training Meetings. ............................................ 2-56

4.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR PRODUCTION PLAN AND PRODUCTION STATUS

REPORTS ................................................................................................................................ 2-56

5.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT (CM) ..................... 2-57

6.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR SYSTEM TEST AND EVALUATION ................................ 2-57

6.1 Acceptance Testing ..................................................................................................... 2-58

6.2 Destination Final Acceptance Testing (DFAT) (In-Country) ................................. 2-58

6.3 Demonstration Test and Evaluation (In-Country) .................................................. 2-58

6.4 Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) (In-Country) ....................................... 2-58

8.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAINING ............................................................................. 2-58

8.1 Training Equipment ................................................................................................... 2-59

8.2 Training Facilities ....................................................................................................... 2-59

8.3 Training Services ........................................................................................................ 2-59

8.3.1 New Equipment Training (NET) – Operators ..................................................... 2-59

8.3.2 New Equipment Training (NET) – Network Planners/Managers...................... 2-59

8.3.3 New Equipment Training (NET) – Maintainers ................................................. 2-59

9.0 SUPPORT EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................. 2-60

9.0.1 Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) .................................... 2-60

9.0.2 Support and Handling Equipment ........................................................................ 2-60

10.0 FACILITIES .................................................................................................................... 2-60

10.1 Fielding/staging Facility ........................................................................................... 2-60

10.2 Unit Maintenance Facilities ..................................................................................... 2-60

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10.3 General Support Facility ......................................................................................... 2-60

11.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR INTEGRATED LOGISTIC SUPPORT ............................ 2-61

11.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS ........................................ 2-62

11.2 REQUIREMENTS FOR TECHNCIAL PUBLICATIONS ........................................ 2-62

11.2.2 Government Review. ............................................................................................. 2-63

11.2.3 TM Validation. ....................................................................................................... 2-63

11.2.4 TM Verification. .................................................................................................... 2-63

12.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION DATA ........................ 2-64

13.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTRACTOR FIELDING CONCEPT.......................... 2-64

14.0 SHIPPING COSTS .......................................................................................................... 2-65

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1 GENERAL

1.1 BACKGROUND

The Improved Mobile Subscriber Equipment (IMSE) system is an area‐switched communications system designed to provide mobile and secure communications in a variety of battlefield and military operations other than war (MOOTW) situations. Utilizing designs and capabilities similar to the United States Army’s Mobile Subscriber Equipment (MSE), the Taiwan Army’s IMSE system provides voice and data communications at the Tactical Operations Center level (Battalion, Brigade, and Army-level) command posts (CPs), to exchange command, control, communications and intelligence information. The IMSE network is designed around mobile Communications Central Nodes that are co-located with Taiwan Army Tactical Operations Centers (TOCs) to provide IMSE users (subscribers) with wired voice and data communications. “Remote” nodes provide mobile, wireless (radio communications) users (subscribers) with access into the IMSE voice and data networks. Communications Central Nodes and remote nodes are interconnected by a radio frequency (RF) transmission wide-area network (WAN) to satisfy flexible deployments to supported units. WAN “backbone” nodes are called the Communications Central Tandem Switches (CCTS), while subscriber nodes are called Communications Central Extension Switches (CCES). CCES’ are fielded in three variants, depending upon the size of the TOC that they support (voice and data subscriber support). CCES Version 1 (CCESv1) supports Battalion-sized TOCs;

CCES Version 2 (CCESv2) supports Brigade-sized TOCs; CCES Version 3 (CCESv3) support Division-sized TOCs.

The IMSE network is arrayed in a “hub-spoke” configuration, with the CCES’ forming the spokes off of a CCTS. The CCTS’ are interconnected to form a robust backbone. The CCTS’ are capable of establishing 16 (total) links, 12 of which can be radio frequency.

The following diagram illustrates a typical Improved Mobile Subscriber Equipment (IMSE) Network.

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Figure 1. Typical IMSE Network (Current)

IMSE has been a part of the Taiwan Army communications infrastructure since 1997 (Phase I), and was further augmented in 2000 (Phase II). While the role of the Improved Mobile Subscriber Equipment (IMSE) system(s) remains relevant, the capabilities and methods of the system have become dated, and inefficient. Changing Taiwan Military Doctrine, Training, Organization, Materiel, Leadership and Education, Personnel and Facilities (DOTMLPF) factors, emerging efficiencies in technology, and the

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1-9 proliferation of Taiwan military communications and command and control (C2) systems, have rendered the IMSE system in its fielded state inefficient, with respect to operations and support.

The Taiwan Army began its investigations into enhancements to the Improved Mobile Subscriber Equipment (IMSE) in 2014 to efficiently and effectively provide and support mobile and secure, voice and data communications to the Taiwan Army Tactical Operations Center (TOC)-level command posts (CPs), and remote (mobile) users, while addressing evolving Taiwan military doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership, personnel and facilities changes.

Beginning in 2014, the Taiwan Army began the fielding of an experimental quantity (IMSE Experimental Force, EXFOR) of enhanced Improved Mobile Subscriber Equipment components in order to evaluate candidate technologies and concepts for the improvement of the existing systems. The program eventually was transitioned to the newly created Taiwan Military’s Information, Communications and Electronics Force (ICE Force) and completed delivery of the Experimental Force in 2018.

Combining new operational concepts with candidate technologies from the IMSE EXFOR resulted in a desired capability requirements for the full rate production (FRP) of the evolved IMSE system, the Field Information Communications System (FICS), (nicknamed, “Syun Lien”).

The Field Information Communications System (FICS), at a minimum, shall provide:

Wired subscribers voice and data (including video) communications between Taiwan military Tactical Operations Center (TOC) Command Posts (CPs), across a geographically dispersed Wide Area Network (WAN)

Remote subscribers wireless access to the FICS voice and data communications networks Connectivity of voice and data communications networks among a geographically dispersed

Wide Area Networks through wireless communications methods Interconnectivity and interoperability of voice and data communications between upper tactical internet elements (e.g., Military Network (MILNET), Syun An, etc…) and lower tactical internet elements (e.g., indigenous Battalion and Below system AN/VRC-518, Taiwan Combat Net Radio AN/PRC-37C, and indigenous satellite systems), and FICS users (subscribers)

Interconnectivity and interoperability with commercial landline and public sector radio communications networks

Planning, monitoring and management of FICS network elements Integrated network security and information assurance architecture(a) into the FICS communications network(s)

1.2 PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The Field Information Communications System (FICS) (referred to as “Syun Lien”) shall provide and support mobile and secure, voice and data communications to the Taiwan military Tactical Operations Center (TOC)-level command posts (CPs), and remote (mobile) users, while addressing evolving Taiwan military doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership, personnel and facilities changes. Expected reduction in forces, along with the proliferation of data, command and control (C2), and situational

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1-10 awareness (SA) systems require the FICS to be more agile and capable, while increasing the capacity to support Taiwan military communications. The Field Information Communications System (FICS) shall provide the capability of voice and data networks for the Taiwan military Tactical Operations Center (TOC)-level communications by employing technological improvements in radio transmissions, data networking and packetized voice, while minimizing system footprint (power, size, personnel and logistics train). Included with the deployment of the FICS are a tailored logistics package and support architecture to maintain a high rate of readiness of equipment and personnel.

It is the objective of this program to develop, deliver, field and support a full rate production quantity of the FICS communications nodes for the Taiwan military supporting Taiwan ICE Force communications for at least the next fifteen (15) years.

1.3 KEY STAKEHOLDER REQUIREMENTS

The Taiwan ICE Force stakeholders have identified the following key operational and support requirements:

1.3.1 Equipment Reutilization

When possible, the development of the FICS should consider refurbish and reuse of existing IMSE Phase II equipment, in order to minimize the cost of the new system.

1.3.1.1 Prime Movers.

The FICS shall reuse existing IMSE Phase II High Mobility Multi Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs) as the system Prime Movers to the maximum extent possible, in order to minimize development costs of the new system. Prime movers shall be supplied as GFE.

1.3.1.2 Shelters.

The FICS shall use new electrical shelters in conjunction with the existing prime movers for environmental control/protection of FICS electronics equipment.

1.3.1.3 Trailers.

The FICS will not use/reuse high maintenance cost vehicle trailers in its design.

1.3.2 Data Throughput

The FICS shall feature transmission sub-systems with a throughput of 40 Megabits per second (MB/s) in each direction between communications nodes (threshold), in order to accommodate military voice and data users in an Everything Over IP (EoIP) network design (80 MB/s aggregate, minimum). Bandwidth improvements over IMSE Phase II systems represent the highest technical priority for the Taiwan military customer. (Key Performance Parameter)

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1.3.3 Improve Site Establishment Efficiencies

The FICS shall improve site establishment, by reducing site setup times and reduce operator tasks. A FICS Communications Node site shall be communications ready in 15 minutes (objective). (Key Performance Parameter) The FICS node site shall be staffed by a crew of 4 personnel (objective).

(Key Performance Parameter)

Additionally, the FICS Network Management System site shall be communications ready in 30 minutes, with a crew of 5 personnel) (threshold).

NOTE: Setup times begin when the equipment arrives on a properly leveled and cleared site and ends with the completion of the following tasks:

All equipment is positioned and unpacked.

Shelters and generators are grounded.

Equipment power is established from (either) vehicle generated power, or mobile electric power

(generator).

Data communications equipment (voice and data) is initialized.

Communications Security components are initialized.

Signal cabling is completed.

Antenna and antenna masts are erected and prepared for transmission. (Communications Node) Radios are prepared for transmission. (Communications Node) Network Management System computing systems are initialized. (Network Management System)

1.3.4 Interoperability

The FICS shall provide interconnectivity and interoperability with the Taiwan Military Communications Systems (i.e., MICS, MILNET, AN/PRC-37C radio system, Syun An system, indigenous portable satellite transmission systems, emerging Taiwan military communications system, and AN/VRC-518 Brigade and Below systems), civil radio systems (fire, police and rescue radio systems), and commercial telecommunications networks (i.e., Chunghwa Telecom).

FICS shall provide interconnectivity for each system, however must provide interoperability (SIP communications) with the AN/VRC-518 shelter and the emerging MND telecommunications switching system.

NOTE: A minimum of three (3) Interoperability Working Group meetings shall be conducted with the Taiwan military to discuss program goals and specific interoperability requirements. When interconnectivity and interoperability requirements are specified to an indigenous Taiwan military system, Interface Control Documentation, equipment and information will be furnished by the government (GFE).

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1.3.5 15 Years Service FICS shall be supportable for a service period of no less than fifteen (15) years (threshold) following the completion of new equipment fielding (20 years objective).

1.3.6 Reduce Power Requirements

The FICS shall reduce the power required to operate communications nodes, commensurate with efficiency improvements in telecommunications equipment in the past 20+ years since IMSE Phase II was deployed. Additionally, the FICS will be fielded with their own inherent electrical power generation equipment that are sized appropriately for operation of FICS equipment. Inherent power generation equipment shall be located on-board the FICS communications node prime movers.

1.3.7 System Operational Availability

The FICS shall exhibit a system availability of at least 90% (threshold), where system availability is defined as, As = MTBFs .

MTBFs + MTTRs

1.3.8 Fabrication/Integration Restriction.

The FICS shall avoid products wholly made or integrated in the People’s Republic of China (PRC).

Figure 2. Syun Lien Operational View (OV-1)

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2 FIELD INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM (FICS) (“SYUN

LIEN”)

The Field Information Communications System (FICS), nicknamed “Syun Lien”, is a communications system which is designed to provide mobile and secure communications in a wide range of battle and military operations other than war (MOOTW) situations. The system shall be digital, secure, and flexible and contains features to deal with link or functional element outages, traffic overload, and rapid movement of users. The FICS shall provide voice, video and data communications using packetized voice and data communications. The system shall provide wired subscribers with a means to exchange command, control, communications and intelligence information in a dynamic tactical environment. The system shall provide the capability to interconnect tactical, civil and commercial communications networks to FICS users, and external network subscribers. The FICS contains four major sub-systems overlaid on a transmission sub-system, with an integrated security subsystem. Each subsystem includes various components to support the tactical communications mission.

The FICS is organized into communications nodes (CNs) that serve as communications hubs for the supported units or organizations. Each node is interconnected through a radio frequency (RF) transmission system for Wide Area Network (WAN) connectivity. Each node contains the following elements:

a. Transmission Sub-System (TS) provide the radio frequency (RF) network interconnectivity between various elements of the FICS network and associated subscriber equipment.

b. Tactical Data Network (TDN) Sub-System internetworking components and data processing equipment which provide the means by which subscribers transmit and receive packetized voice and data communications.

c. Mobile Communications Sub-System (MCS) provides the means for internal voice communications between FICS users, as well as external voice communications with SIP networks and connected radio networks.

Two additional sub-systems in addition to the Communications Nodes provide management/planning features and security of the FICS:

a. Network Management Sub-System (NMS), shall provide the means for planning and managing the FICS network establishment and operations.

b. Security Sub-System (SSS) shall provide the means to plan, manage, secure and protect FICS voice, video and data communications.

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The following diagram illustrates a typical FICS network deployment.

Figure 3. Typical FICS Network

The FICS network architecture is comprised of communications nodes that are arrayed in a hub-spoke, mesh, ad-hoc and/or other network configuration commensurate with the network equipment deployed and situation. The communications nodes provide support to Taiwan military Division-, Brigade-, or Battalion-sized Command Posts (CP). The Network Control Sub-System (NCSS) components at each FICS network enclave is used to plan, monitor and manage the deployed FICS network.

2.1 FIELD INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM (FICS)

COMMUNICATIONS NODES

Central to the deployment of the Field Information Communications System (FICS) network are the Communications Nodes (CNs). Arrayed and interconnected CNs shall form the architecture of the FICS network. CNs shall house, environmentally control, transport and power the sub-system components of the FICS.

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Deployment Communications Nodes (CNs) shall be deployed to support subscriber Tactical Operations Centers (TOCs) or facilities, and are interconnected using radio frequency transmissions systems to form the FICS Wide Area Network (WAN). Following the deployment of communications node(s) to planned signal locations, equipment is setup and communications established. The technical data necessary to establish WAN communications and subscriber unit support is determined during mission planning.

Each node allows for the direct wired interface of subscriber terminals into the FICS wide area network.

Special circuits and interconnectivity with external network systems is established.

Modes of Operation The Communications Nodes shall be capable of operating in three modes: mounted, remote, and dismounted.

“Mounted” operations: with the system at the halt, one or more operators sits inside a rigid-walled shelter (RWS) to operate the system; communications equipment remains mounted in the rigid-walled shelter; electrical power is provided by on-board AC generator, or temporarily by vehicle DC power;

environmental conditioning is provided by on-board air conditioning system; environmental systems protection is provided by the rigid-walled shelter.

“Remote” operations: with the system at the halt, one or more operators remotely operate the components of the communications node from a non-native, soft-walled shelter (tent) or fixed facility (building, bunker, etc…); communications equipment remain mounted in the rigid-walled shelter, with the exception of remote terminal(s); electrical power is provided by on-board AC generator, or temporarily by vehicle DC power; environmental conditioning is provided by the on-board air conditioning system; environmental systems protection is provided by the rigid-walled shelter.

“Dismounted” operations: with the system at the halt, one or more operators operate the components of the communications node from a non-native, soft-walled shelter (tent) or fixed facility (building, bunker, etc…); communications equipment is removed from the rigid-walled shelter in modular cases, as necessary; electrical power is provided either by on-board AC generator, by alternative AC generator, by commercial power source or temporarily by vehicle DC power (if necessary);

environmental conditioning is provided for the equipment by an alternative (non-native) air conditioning system; environmental protection is provided by an alternative (non-native) shelter.

Functional Block Diagram The following diagram illustrates a notional functional block diagram of the Communications Central Node.

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Figure 4. FICS Communication Node (CN) Functional Block Diagram

The FICS shall support (no less than) 178 Tactical Operating Centers (TOCs) for the Taiwan ICE Force.

- The ICE Force 1st Support Group (North region) will be fielded with sufficient CCNs to support 68 unit TOCs.

- The ICE Force 2nd Support Group (Central region) will be fielded with sufficient CCNs to support 55 unit TOCs.

- The ICE Force 3rd Support Group (South region) will be fielded with sufficient CCNs to support 55 unit TOCs.

Each FICS Communications Node shall be capable of supporting a minimum of 48 wired voice/video/data users, and possess the capability to scale supported users (subscribers), based upon the

Security Sub‐System

(Par. 2.3)

Mobile

Communications Sub‐

System

(Par. 2.1.6)

Node Operations/

Management

(Par. 2.1.7)

Tactical Data

Network Sub‐System

(Par. 2.1.5)

Transmission Sub‐

System

(Par. 2.1.4)

Prime Mover(s)

(Par. 2.1.1)

Environmental Control/

Protection

(Par. 2.1.2)

Power Gen/ Distribution

Systems

(Par. 2.1.3)

Communications Central Node

(Par. 2.1)

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2-17 type/size of the unit(s) supported and/or mission need. One Division-sized Command Post Communications Nodes shall be delivered to each Information, Communications-Electronics Force (ICE Force) Support Group (1st Support Group, 2nd Support Group, and 3rd Support Group). Division-sized Command Post (CP) Communications Nodes shall be capable of supporting a minimum of 96 wired voice/video/data users. All FICS Communications Nodes shall be capable of supporting at least 20 simultaneous voice and data (video teleconference) calls. The subscriber voice terminals will be designed for use with the Voice over IP (VoIP) Switch. (See Par. 2.2.1.6).

2.1.1 Prime Mover(s)

The FICS Communications Nodes shall provide its own prime mover(s) suitable for transporting all components of the solution, crew members (4) and their equipment to/between expected signal site locations. The prime mover(s) shall be capable of traversing improved roads, unimproved roads, and moderate overland conditions expected within the geographic operating environment (Taiwan). The prime mover(s) shall be equipped to operate in the various weather conditions expected in the operating environment (Taiwan).

2.1.1.1 Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) Prime Mover(s)

Existing IMSE Phase II prime movers will be provided in sufficient quantity as part/all of the prime moving solutions for the FICS. GFE Prime Movers include M1097A2 and M998 High Mobility Multi- Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV) supplied during the IMSE Phase I and Phase II fieldings (between 1996 and 2004).

2.1.2 Environmental Control/Protection

The FICS Communications Node shall feature environmental controls and environmental protection for the communications systems expected in the geographical operating environment. The Communications Node will be operated in three modes: mounted, dismounted and remote. Environmental Control/Protection systems shall include the following:

2.1.2.1 Rigid Walled Shelter

The FICS Communications Node shall be housed in a rigid walled shelter (RWS), mounted on the equipment prime mover. The RWS shall provide environmental control and protection to the communications node and associated equipment, when the system is in transit, and when operated in the “mounted” and “remote” configuration.

The contractor shall be responsible for providing the Rigid Walled Shelter, and mating the shelter with the GFE prime mover.

The Communications Node Rigid Walled Shelter shall be sized to provide at least one (1) operator workspace in the payload area for the CN operator while in the mounted mode of operations.

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The Communications Node Rigid Walled Shelter shall provide electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic pulse protection for housed electrical equipment.

The Communications Node Rigid Walled Shelter shall feature an external “Signal Entry Panel” that allows for the connection of interfacing communications networks or devices to the communications equipment housed in the Rigid Walled Shelter, when the shelter door is closed.

2.1.2.2 Environmental Control Unit (ECU)

The FICS Communications Node shall possess environmental control features in the rigid-walled shelter to ensure that the communications systems operate within the specified temperature and humidity parameters for the equipment, based upon the geographical operating environment.

2.1.2.3 Transit Case

The FICS Communications Node shall feature modular transit cases provide transportability, shock and impact protection for the communications equipment, when in the “dismounted” mode of operation. The transit cases shall be designed and configured to allow a “scalable” deployment of necessary equipment to support a range of dismounted operations (data only, voice only, voice/data deployments, dismounted network management, etc…). The modular transit cases shall be capable of being mounted within the rigid walled shelter for transport, and when operated in the “mounted” or “remote” modes of operations.

2.1.3 Power Generation/Distribution Sub-System

The FICS Communications Node shall feature that capability to energize it’s components through an on-board Alternating Current (AC) generator set, the vehicle’s battery and alternator (DC power), and alternative commercial power sources.

2.1.3.1 Alternating Current (AC) Power System

The FICS shall feature a native Alternating Current (AC) power generation set sized sufficiently to supply power to all components of the communications node, plus an additional 40% for co-site planning and expandability.

The AC power generation set shall be transported by the prime mover, and require no additional vehicles or trailers.

The AC power generation set shall be sufficient to operate the communications node for a duration of at least 8 hours before refuel.

The AC power generation set shall permit the distribution of power to the communications node equipment and associated systems when in all modes of operations.

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The AC power generation set shall permit the distribution of power to the communications node equipment and associated systems up to 30 meters away, when in the “dismounted” mode of operations.

2.1.3.2 Direct Current (DC) Power

The FICS Communications Node shall allow necessary components of the Communications Node to be energized by the prime mover’s battery and alternator or other uninterruptible power supply (direct current (DC) power), while the prime mover’s engine is running. The DC power option allows the rapid initialization of the Communications Node, while the AC power generation set is being established or refueled, or other unexpected losses of AC power.

The planned change from DC Power to AC power, or AC power to DC power, shall occur without the loss of communications from the Communications Node.

2.1.3.3 Commercial Power

FICS communications node equipment in the “Dismounted” and “Remote” modes of operations shall be capable of drawing power from commercial power sources, supplying nominally 110Vac/220Vac, 60Hz.

2.1.3.4 Three Phase Power

The FICS shall include fifteen (15) power adapter kits which allow any of the FICS communications node shelters to be energized from a 208Vac, three phase power source.

2.1.3.5 Electrical Grounding Kits

The FICS shall provide separate electrical grounding kits for shelters and generators, and/or re-use existing surface wire grounding kits and ground rods in order to improve site establishment efficiencies.

2.1.4 Transmission Sub-System (TS)

The Transmission sub-system shall provide the radio frequency (RF) network interconnectivity between FICS Communications Nodes that are dispersed within the geographical Area of Operations (AO). The Transmission Sub-System includes the WAN Broadband Radio system(s), dismounted radio kits, relay capability and antenna mast systems. Each FICS CN shall feature a transmission capability to permit at least four (4) point-to-point (PTP) and/or point-to-multipoint (PMP) radio frequency links between FICS nodes and the Wide Area Network (threshold) and up to six (6) links (objective). Radio Relay configurations should be used when necessary in the WAN to interconnect disperse locations that exceed the capability of the transmission systems in a direct line-of-sight.

2.1.4.1 WAN Broadband Radio.

The FICS Communications Node (CNs) shall feature a transmission sub-system replacement for the IMSE Phase II UHF Line-Of-Sight radio.

The Broadband Radio(s) shall have a preferred Frequency Range in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) UHF Band III+ (1350-2690 MHz) and/or C-Band (5250 – 5350 MHz, 24 April 2019

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5570-5725 MHz) radio frequency spectrum for Wide Area Network transmissions.

Alternative radio frequency bands may be considered, with approval from the Taiwan Ministry of National Defiance (MND).

The Broadband Radio shall provide the Baseband Interfaces for Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) RS-422, Ethernet, and/or T1/E1.

The Broadband Radio shall permit adaptive or manual selection of radio power output in order to create radio links with sufficient signal and mitigate interference, and reduce power consumption.

The Broadband Radio shall permit adaptive or manual selection of different modulation schemes in order to maximize Signal-to-Noise ration and throughput, while minimizing the impact of interference.

The Broadband Radio shall permit throughput of 40 MB/s (threshold) in each direction (80 MB/s aggregate, bi-directional).

The Broadband Radio shall have a maximum planning range of 40 kilometers (Km) (directional) under ideal conditions. (Threshold). The Broadband Radio shall have a maximum planning range of 60 kilometers (Km) (directional) under ideal conditions.

(Objective)

The Broadband Radio shall support Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) (Read and Write) for remote network monitoring and management.

The Broadband Radio shall utilize a web-based user interface for remote configuration and management. The web-based user interface shall, at a minimum, be capable of displaying and/or configuring: frequency(s), channel size, bandwidth, power output, modulation, Signal-to-Noise, network configuration, operational statuses and alarms.

The Broadband Radio shall demonstrate environmental impact, shock, vibration, and dampness mitigation compliance with MIL-STD-810E, or similar.

The Broadband Radio shall demonstrate electromagnetic interference mitigation compliance with Military Standard 461C (MIL-STD-461C), “Electromagnetic Emissions and Susceptibility Requirements”, or similar.

The Broadband Radio shall be capable of operating with directional, sector or omni-directional antenna (provide recommendations).

The Broadband Radio shall be transit case-mountable, for operation as a Dismounted WAN Broadband Kit radio.

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Each Broadband Radio shall be capable of acting in tandem with another Broadband Radio to create a Radio Frequency (RF) Link relay, to extend planned link distances.

The Broadband Radio shall be capable of operating in a frequency hopping mode at a rate of 1000 hops per second.

The Broadband Radio shall be capable of establishing a mesh wireless networking topology.

2.1.4.2 Dismounted WAN Broadband Kit.

FICS CNs shall provide a transit case and associated equipment solution to dismount each CCN Broadband Radios from the equipment assemblage(s), for operation remotely from the FICS Communications Node.

The Dismounted WAN Broadband Kit shall be powered from a commercial power source.

The Dismounted WAN Broadband Kit shall provide the capability for at least two (2) network interfaces for direct connectivity of subscriber terminals (voice/data) to the FICS network.

2.1.4.3 Antenna Mast Systems

The FICS Communications Node shall utilize three antenna mast types in the deployment of the FICS WAN radio frequency network: 25m telescoping antenna mast; quick-erect, telescoping, vehicle antenna mast; and portable, fixed-height, base antenna mast.

25M Antenna Mast

Each FICS Communications Node shall be fielded with at least one (1) 25M telescoping antenna mast set. The 25M ground, portable, telescoping antenna mast set shall be furnished by the Taiwan military as GFE, and transported with the Communications Node. The 25M Antenna Mast is capable of supporting two (2) RF radio links.

Telescoping, Vehicle Antenna Mast (TVAM)

Each FICS Communications Node shall be fielded with one (1) quick-erect, Telescoping, Vehicle Antenna Mast (TVAM). The TVAM shall be affixed to the prime mover/rigid-walled shelter, to permit rapid establishment of the communications node site, at-the-halt.

2.1.4.3.2.1 The TVAM shall be capable of supporting two (2) RF radio links.

2.1.4.3.2.2 The TVAM shall include an electrical, quick-erect feature, which permits the rapid deployment of the telescoping antenna mast by one person.

2.1.4.3.2.3 The TVAM shall extend, at least, to 10 meters (threshold) when fully deployed.

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2.1.4.3.2.4 The TVAM shall require no additional guy wires to stabilize the antenna under ideal conditions.

2.1.4.3.2.5 The TVAM shall provide the capability to provide guy wire stabilization of the antenna mast and payload for wind conditions up to 60 kilometers per hour (kph) (threshold), or 80 kilometers per hour (objective).

2.1.4.3.2.6 The TVAM solution shall feature the capability to stabilize and correct tilt, pitch and yaw of the vehicle on un-even terrain up to 15 degrees (threshold).

2.1.4.3.2.7 When fully nested, the TVAM shall not cause the Communications Node overall height profile to exceed 3.14 meters.

Fixed Height, Base Antenna Mast (FBAM)

Each FICS Communications Node shall be fielded with one (1) Fixed Height, Base Antenna Mast (FBAM). The FBAM is used to establish antennas on level, fixed site locations (ground locations, building tops, hills, etc…), where the use of a telescoping mast is not necessary to obtain elevation.

2.1.4.3.3.1 The FBAM shall be capable of supporting two (2) RF radio links.

2.1.4.3.3.2 The FBAM shall be “freestanding” and require no connection to external fixtures for stability.

2.1.4.3.3.3 The FBAM shall be provide stability for two RF radio link antennas and associated payload in wind conditions up to 60 kph (threshold), or 80 kph (objective).

2.1.4.3.3.4 The FBAM shall be setup by one operator, without the use of special tools.

2.1.5 Tactical Data Network (TDN) Sub-System

The Tactical Data Network (TDN) Sub-system provides the means by which FICS subscribers transmit and receive packetized voice, video and data communications. The components of the TDN create a high capacity, IP-routed, “Everything Over IP” data network. The FICS shall be IPv4 and IPv6 capable. The TDN consists of those components necessary for creating an IP routed Wide Area Network (WAN) between FICS Communications Nodes, and the Local Area Networks (LAN) for local subscriber access at the Communications Node.

2.1.5.1 High Capacity, IP-routed Network

The FICS Communications Node shall be fielded with high capacity network router(s) in order to create a flexible network architecture, affording each FICS Communications Node its own local area network(s) connected via a Wide Area Network (WAN) backbone between Communications Nodes over the Transmission Sub-system.

IP Address Scheme

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The FICS IP-routed network shall conform to Taiwan Ministry of National Defense (MND) policy for the IP Address schema for the FICS Tactical Data Network.

Each FICS CN shall host its own local area networks, capable of supporting up to 248 voice, video or data subscriber terminals. FICS CN’s shall be able to interconnect local subscribers while the FICS Wide Area Network (WAN) is in a segmented or networked state.

TDN Router(s)

The FICS network shall provide network aggregation and network routing through high-capacity router(s) located at the CN.

2.1.5.1.2.1 The CCNS’ High-Capacity Router shall be capable of aggregating communication from the LOS Radio WAN interfaces, and Ethernet connection to two (2) or more Subscriber Access Ethernet Switches.

2.1.5.1.2.2 The CCNS’ High-Capacity Router shall permit the sub-networking and physical interface for at least two subscriber LANs at each CCN.

2.1.5.1.2.3 The TDN Routers shall be IPv4 and IPv6 capable.

TDN Ethernet Switch(es)

The TDN Ethernet Switch(es) located at each Communications Node is used for wired access of FICS subscribers to the FICS Wide Area Network. The TDN Ethernet Switch(es) shall be connected to the User Local Area Network of the Communications Nodes and provides Ethernet connectivity to the FICS Tactical Data Network (TDN) Sub-system. The TDN Ethernet Switch shall be a managed device to control access and quality of data transiting the device. Each CN shall be deployed with enough Switches to satisfy the density of FICS voice and/or data subscribers.

2.1.5.1.3.1 Standard FICS Communications Nodes shall be fielded with enough TDN Ethernet Switches to provide up to 48 Ethernet ports. Division-sized FICS Communications Nodes (one, each, located at the 1st Support Group, 2nd Support Group and 3rd Support Group) shall be fielded with enough TDN Ethernet Switches to provide up to 96 Ethernet ports.

2.1.5.1.3.2 The TDN Ethernet Switch shall provide auto-sensing 10/100Base-TX ports.

2.1.5.1.3.3 The TDN Ethernet Switch shall…