Procurement and Support of a Link 16 Network Management System (NMS)

Concepts

• data network management
• bristol
• network monitoring system
• network management system
• monitoring system
• the joint data link monitoring organisation
• a deployable network management system
• the jreap networking monitoring system
• a link 16 network management system
• a link 16 network monitoring and management system

Location

United Kingdom: Bristol

Description

The Authority (DE&S) has a requirement to procure and support a Link 16 Network Monitoring and Management System and a Joint Range Extension Applications Protocol (JREAP) Network Monitoring System. The Link 16 Network Management and Monitoring System will monitor and enforce the Frequency Clearance Agreement (FCA) between the MOD and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), display Link 16 messages/emissions that platforms transmit during operations and exercises, display areas that limit the use of Link 16 within their boundaries and highlight to the operator if such an area has been impinged. The JREAP Networking Monitoring System will monitor Link 16 information flow from Satellite Tactical Datalinks allowing the Joint Data Link Monitoring Organisation (JDLMO) to analyse the data. The equipment will be installed at up to 8 sites across the UK (2 network management and up to 6 remote terminal components) providing complete UK airspace coverage. In addition to the UK fixed sites there is a requirement for a deployable Network Management System capable of supporting 2 concurrent deployments.

Renewal Options

2 x 6 month extension options will be included. These options will be defined in the Invitation to Negotiate (ITN).

CPV Codes

• 72315200 - Data network management services

Indicators

• Deposits and guarantees may be required.
• Economic restrictions apply.
• Financing restrictions apply.
• Bidders must have a specified legal form.
• Miscellaneous restrictions apply.
• The operator's personal situation may be considered.
• Technical restrictions apply.

Other Information

The Authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of Tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. The Cyber Risk Level for the project has been assessed as Low.