14--Original Sources Sought Notice for the RFI Digital Data Links was published on 26 November 2007. Due to an influx of questions the RFI was extended until 29 January 2008.
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The contract focuses on a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Naval Air Warfare Center regarding digital data links, specifically for the development and enhancement of wireless data communication systems. Key technical parameters include a classified maximum range and antenna gain, a receiver sensitivity objective of -102 dBm capable of decoding signals with a bit error rate of 10^-6 at a nominal 500 kbps data rate, and a total power availability of 450 watts incorporating a power amplifier expected to produce 80 to 100 watts output. The data link system must operate in a "radio silent" mode, emitting less than -80 dBm while remaining capable of quickly acquiring network connectivity within 10 seconds upon activation, and maintaining this connectivity for up to 30 minutes. Additionally, the system is designed to support simultaneous connectivity across at least 10 node pairs in the same geographic area, requiring a minimum data rate of 500 kbps per link, and a network configuration comprising no fewer than 20 nodes. The RFI also seeks industry input to assess current digital data link capabilities and to determine potential technology integration and growth options, including consideration of new waveforms for the SLAM-ER weapon data link system. The government anticipates conducting a thorough review of responses, possibly requesting demonstration hardware, with a potential future Request for Proposal (RFP) slated for the next one to two years to further develop or acquire compliant systems. This initiative aims to explore networked communication capabilities beyond the existing point-to-point operations, supporting the evolution of digital communication technology for weapon systems. The effort will be performed primarily at the Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division in China Lake, California.
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