Phase Angle Voltmeter / Signal Generator

This is a Request for Information (RFI). There is currently no solicitation package available. The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) V-22 program is requesting information, comments, and questions regarding interest in a commercial or modified commercial Phase Angle Voltmeter/Signal Generator.

The government's specific interests are as follows:

Interested companies who may have a single box solution commercially available. When responding to this configuration, please provide Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Part Number (P/N) and general product information.

Interested companies who have an existing single box capable of being modified to meet the specification detailed below. When responding please provide OEM P/N and general product information on the baseline model.

Please forward any comments, questions, and concerns regarding the specification or general interest information to: Alice Tornquist, Contract Specialist, (732) 323-4316.

All corporate and proprietary information should be so marked and will be fully protected to the extent allowed. This RFI is for planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a request for proposal or as an obligation on the part of the Government to acquire any follow-on acquisitions. Information should be submitted within 15 days of the publication date of this RFI. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this RFI or otherwise pay for the information solicited. No entitlement to payment of direct or indirect costs or charges by the Government will arise as a result of submission of responses to this RFI and Government use of such information. This RFI does not constitute the solicitation of proposals. Responders to this RFI may be requested to provide additional details/information based on their initial submittals. Questions and submissions may be submitted by email to alice.tornquist@navy.mil.

Technical Requirements
The Phase Angle Voltmeter /Signal Generator will support Intermediate Level of Maintenance for the V-22 Program. They will be used to perform fault location and functional tests on the Engine Control and Flap Control Panels on the V-22 Aircraft. To accomplish these tests, the Linear Variable Differential Transformers (LVDT) within these panels must be stimulated with a nominal electrical supply of 8+/- .008 volts RMS at a frequency of 1870 +/-90 HZ. The LVDT outputs must be measured simultaneously and since these outputs are out of phase with the input signal, a phase angle voltmeter is required. The Phase Angle Voltmeter/Signal Generator is to produce the required Unit Under Test (UUT) LVDT input signal with the aid of its own voltmeter for verification and is to measure the UUT LVDT phase angle voltage to a high accuracy. The maximum output voltage from the signal generator should be 8.5 volts RMS and the maximum output current should be 50 mA RMS. The output of the generator is to be maintained as a "true" constant voltage source, thereby eliminating the need for an external generator. Furthermore, this instrument is to possess the ability to provide an extra stringent calibration at 1870 HZ to meet the specialized requirements of the V-22 Aircraft. The Phase Angle Voltmeter/Signal Generator is to measure electrical currents within the V-22 Aircraft's wiring system to 0.1% accuracy. It is also to be provided in a ruggedized carrying case with a complete user's manual.

Request for Information

Please provide the following information with respect to the Phase Angle Voltmeter/Signal Generator:

1. General description of your Phase Angle Voltmeter/Signal Generator.
2. Identification of critical requirements for the Phase Angle Voltmeter/Signal Generator.
3. Overview of your Phase Angle Voltmeter/Signal Generator concept of operation.
4. Discuss critical information required for the use of your Phase Angle Voltmeter/Signal Generator.
5. Discuss hazardous material disposal and safety requirements.
6. Describe environmental testing test methods.
7. Provide any additional information desired.

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