58 -- TELEMETRY SUPPORT PACKAGES

This is a Sources-Sought Synopsis. The Air Force Flight Test Center (AFFTC), 412 Test Engineering Group (TENG), Edwards AFB, CA is seeking sources with demonstrated expertise and experience to meet the following requirement for a contract to provide the following products and services. This will be a 5-year contract and it will support all combined test flight (CTF) programs at Edwards AFB and other military installations. This is a follow-on to existing contract F04611-03-D-0002. These telemetry data units must be NSA certified. The following model #?s are manufactured by L-3, the government will be looking for brand name or equal products. REQUIREMENTS ISM-1000 ? This device is a complete Telemetry Data Encryption unit designed primarily for the robust environments anticipated with Launch Vehicle and Weapon Systems flight test applications. It is an NSA certified INFOSEC product designed to integrate the KGV-135A Encryptor device into an Airborne Digital Data System. It must be capable of both 135A and 68B based missions and must be compatible with existing KUTA class equipment and KGV-68B/135A based systems, accepting Crypto Key Fill from COMSEC fill devices such as the KOI-18 and KYK-13. The ISM-1000 must be able to operate across the Plain Text and Cipher Text domains and must be characterized for TEMPEST requirements. It must be able to provide filtering, shielding and signal return isolation. In addition, it must be able to provide the necessary support power for the PCM Encoder Data Source, as well as the associated Telemetry Transmitter. KGR 68B ? This device is a rack mounted Telemetry Decryption device suitable for use in a Telemetry Ground Receiving Station. It is an NSA certified INFOSEC product and must be able to decrypt synchronous serial data at rates from 10 Kbps to 50 Mbps. It is designed around the KGV-68B Encryptor device and is cryptographically compatible with KGV-68 and KGV-68B based systems/equipment. The KGR-68B must be able to offer Operate/Bypass functionality, full key zeroize capabilities, Go/No Go key validations, and must maintain key retention in cases where power disruption is experienced. The KGR-68B must be able to accept a key fill from any CSESD-11 compatible fill device, such as the KOI-18 or KYK-13. KGR-135A ? This device is a rack mounted Telemetry Decryption device suitable for use in a Telemetry Ground Receiving Station. It is an NSA certified INFOSEC product capable of decrypting synchronous serial data at rates from 10 Kbps to 50+ Mbps. It is designed around the KGV-135A Encryptor device and must be cryptographically compatible with KGV-135A, KGV-68 and KGV-68B based systems/equipment. The KGR-135A has a built in ?Smart Key? feature, which automatically recognizes the crypto key installed. Whether 68B or 135A based key, the KGR must auto recognize the key type and provide an electronic indication confirming key type to the User. This product must also have the capability to Operate/Bypass functionality, full key zeroize capabilities, Go/No Go key validations, and will maintain key retention in cases where power disruption is experienced. The KGR-135A must be able to accept a key fill from any CSESD-11 compatible fill device, such as the KOI-18 or KYK-13. SP 10-68B ? This model SP10-68B is a complete Telemetry Data Encryption unit designed primarily for aircraft flight test use. It is an NSA certified INFOSEC product and is compatible with existing KUTA or THORNTON class equipment, as well as KGV-68 and KGV-68B based equipment. It must be able to accept Crypto Key Fill from COMSEC fill devices such as the KOI-18 and KYK-13. It must be able to operate across the Plain Text and Encrypted Text domains and is thus characterized for TEMPEST requirements. It must meet these requirements by means of filtering, shielding and signal return isolation. In addition, it must be able to provide the necessary support power for the PCM Encoder Data Source, as well as the associated Telemetry Transmitter. Other functions include provisions for erasing the Crypto Key, automatic disabling of the Telemetry Transmitter Power during the Crypto Key fill operation, and filtering of the encrypted output signal suitable for transmission. The SP10-68B is a suitable replacement for older SP6 devices. SP 10-135A - The model SP10-135A is a complete Telemetry Data Encryption unit that is designed primarily for aircraft flight test use. It is an NSA certified INFOSEC product and is compatible with existing KUTA or THORNTON class equipment, as well as KGV-135A based equipment. It accepts Crypto Key Fill from COMSEC fill devices such as the KOI-18 and KYK-13. It operates across the Plain Text and Encrypted Text domains and is thus characterized for TEMPEST requirements. It must be able to meet these requirements by means of filtering, shielding and signal return isolation. In addition, it must provide the necessary support power for the PCM Encoder Data Source, as well as the associated Telemetry Transmitter. Other functions include provisions for erasing the Crypto Key, automatic disabling of the Telemetry Transmitter Power during the Crypto Key fill operation, and filtering of the encrypted output signal suitable for transmission. REM/UREM Upgrades - The KIV-22 Upgraded Range Encryption Module (UREM) is an NSA certified INFOSEC unit that provides high-speed, half-duplex encryption and decryption capability. The KIV-22 is designed for applications requiring burst mode bi-directional digital data transfers such as Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) systems. The KIV-22 incorporates a Crypto Modern, software reprogrammable; encryption engine (certified Harris Sierra II). The UREM is capable of providing multiple security levels of data up to TOP SECRET and may be deployed aboard ground and airborne platforms, meeting military airborne environment requirements. The contract shall include maintenance/repair, upgrade enhancement and technical support for all models mentioned in preceding paragraphs. Firms having an interest, demonstrated experience, capability, and appropriate background are invited to submit particulars of qualification and experience. Responses shall include sufficient information to demonstrate the experience and capability to perform all areas of the required support as part of a qualification package. Drawings, diagrams, or figures may be provided as an attachment to the response to clarify stated capabilities. The statement of capability shall include relevant background and experience, with contract numbers, names and telephone numbers of contracting office and technical office point of contacts (POCs) for each contract. Please note that this synopsis is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for competitive bids/proposals and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Firms responding to this notice must reference solicitation # FA9302-08-R-0006 and indicate whether or not that they are a small business concern as defined in FAR 52.219-1. The NAICS code is 334220. The Small Business size standard is 750. The information received as a result of this synopsis will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Air Force not to open the requirement to open competition, based on response to this sources sought synopsis, is solely within the discretion of the Air Force. The Government does not intend to pay for any information provided under this sources sought synopsis. All responses may be sent via e-mail judy.pace@edwards.af.mil or mailed to AFFTC/PKEA, 5 South Wolfe Ave, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-1185, Attention: Judy Pace. Fax Number: 661-277-0470, please verify receipt of fax via email to Judy Pace. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are due in the office by Close of Business (COB), January 02, 2008.