ANNEXURE A

Specifications / Terms of reference

  1. Purpose of the Bid

1.1.The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (hereinafter referred to as “the Authority”) intends to procure 12 (twelve) Communications Analysers which supports the Authority’s Regional Offices with Monitoring, Enforcement and Spectrum management functions.

  1. Description of the requirement

2.1.The Authority currently has to perform investigation functions throughout the different existing and new Regional offices across the country of South Africa. The Authority only has old and outdated Communications Analysers that are not in a serviceable state, and this gives a shortfall of 12 (twelve) Communications Analysers.

2.2. This equipment is needed to test all relevant telecommunications equipment for compliance to ICASA”s licence terms and conditions.

3. Objectives of the Bid

3.1.The purpose of this bid is to procure the supply, support and training of 12 (twelve) Communications Analysers for the Regional offices. This should include all accessories, measurement standards, associated options and or firmware to provide a complete solution with or without the use of external equipment. Section 5 below details the Hardware Requirements of the equipment required.

3.2.The Authority needs to test radio transmitters and receivers, including associated equipment, to ensure that it complies with licence terms and conditions as issued by ICASA.

4. Requirements

Section 5 below (Technical Specifications) defines the configuration and functionality requirements which are imperative in order to fulfil the Communications Analysers requirements as set out in this document. Bidders are thus required to demonstrate how the under-mentioned will be achieved. Please provide a comprehensive analysis to these requirements, by indicating whether you comply or not.The supplier will have to demonstrate to ICASA that the equipment works to expected standards before final appointment.

5. Technical Specifications:
Indicate whether comply/do not comply in the columns below
  1. General Data…10 Points
  • The Instrument shall be supplied in a Ruggedized Platform conforming to Mil-T 28800D Class 3 or better.
  • Total instrument weight shall not exceed 20 kg.
  • Instrument dimensions are not to exceed 400mm W x 200 mm H x 530 mm D - Supplier to state the size and weight in the offer.
  • The instrument shall be provided with a carrying handle.
  • The instruments Firmware should also be upgradeable by the user through the Communications Analyser’s communication interfaces.
  • Memory Storage: better than 200 stored results on device.
  • Operating Temperature Range: 5°C to + 40 °C @ 70 % Humidity.
  • Storage temperature range: -20°C to +70°C.
  • An RS 232 interface or USB interface is required.
  • An LAN TCP/ IP 10BaseT- Interface (RJ 45) is required.

2. Power requirements…20 Points
  • The AC Input Voltage Range: 110 to 240 VAC, 50Hz , 3 A Max.
  • A line cord shall be provided suitable for use in South Africa.
  • External DC Supply connection battery pack or adaptor: 11V to 30V DC is required

3. Frequency Requirements …30 Points
RF Signal Generator
  • Impedance: 50 Ω nominal
  • Minimum required frequency Range: 20 MHz to 2.7 GHz (no gaps).
  • Frequency Resolution: 1 Hz.
  • Output Level Range TX/RX Port: -50 to -120 dBm
  • Output Level Range Antenna Port: +0 to -120 dBm.
  • Port Input protection TX/RX Port: +43 dBm.
  • Port Input protection Antenna Port: +10 dBm.
  • Port VSWR TX/RX Port: <1.25:1
  • Port VSWR Antenna Port: <1.5:1
  • External FM Mic in Level:1 to 30 mV(RMS)
  • Internal audio modulation frequency Range: 300 Hz to 5 kHz
  • Modes (Minimum requirements)
  • AM, FM
  • DMR -4 FSK
  • TETRA- π/4 DQPSK
RF Receiver
  • Impedance: 50 Ω nominal
  • Minimum required frequency Range: 20 MHz to 2.7 GHz
  • Frequency Resolution: 1 Hz
  • Useable Input Level Range TX/RX Port: -10 dBm to Maximum input level (Distortion and Modulation)
  • Useable Input Level Range Antenna / Sensitive Port: -50 dBm to -0 dBm (Distortion and Modulation)
  • Maximum Input Level TX/RX Port: +43dBm/20 W
  • Maximum Input Level Antenna Port: +10 dBm/01 W for 10 seconds
  • IF Bandwidth FM: 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5, 25, 30, 100, and 300 kHz
  • IF Bandwidth AM: 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5, 25 and 30 kHz
  • AM, FM, DMR, TETRA
RF Test Measurement parameters
  • RF Frequency Error Meter Range: ±200 kHz
  • RF Frequency Error Meter Resolution: 1 Hz
  • Maximum input Level: 100 Watts main input port
  • FM Deviation Meter Range: 300 Hz to ± 100 kHz
  • DMR
  • FSK error
  • Frequency error
  • Bit Error Rate (BER)
  • Signal Power
  • TETRA
  • Power
  • Modulation Accuracy
  • Burst timing error
  • Frequency Error
  • BER, MER

Tracking generator…10 Points
  • Frequency Range at least: 20 MHz to 2.7 GHz
  • Frequency Resolution: 0.1 MHz
  • Amplitude Range: -50dBm to -10 dBm
  • Flatness -2 dB over entire frequency range
Spectrum Analyser ….20 Points
  • Impedance: 50 Ω nominal
  • Minimum required frequency range: 20 MHz to 2.7 GHz (no gaps).
  • 10Khz in 1, 2, 5 Sequence
  • Reference level range -50 to -90 dBm
  • DANL -120dBm @ 300Hz resolution bandwidth
  • Display modes, Average Max Hold and Live
  • RBW 300Hz, 30 KHz, 300 KHz bandwidths
  • Video bandwidths 100Hz to 1 MHz
  • Marker function (at least 4 markers)
  • Marker to Peak
  • Marker to centre

4. Additional requirement
  • SINAD Measurement display range: 0 dB to 35 dB. on analogue radios
  • Harmonic and Spurious measurement
  • 1 Channel x 1 MHz bandwidth, Oscilloscope functionality
  • Microphone input
  • Frequency Range: 300 Hz to 1.2 kHz
  • Input Level: 0.05 V (rms) to 3 V (rms)

5. Display requirements
  • Display: Colour LCD or TFT = Should be at least 640 x 480 pixels as a minimum requirement.

6 RF Input requirements
  • Input impedance: 50Ω nominal.
  • Connector type: N-type.
  • VSWR: better than or equal to 1.5: 1 over entire frequency range.

7 Output requirements
  • Audio output of demodulated signal: Internal speaker or via headphone adaptor.
  • An IF Output on rear panel is required. (BNC)

8.Options
Accessories required
  • 10dB and 30dB Fixed Attenuators up to 100 W.( N type connectors)
  • 1x BNC to N - Type connector adaptor
  • Ruggedized Cover for front and rear panels
  • Compatible Microphone
  • Compatible Oscilloscope probe

9 Other Specifications
  • Included in this specification must be a sturdy carrying case and standard South African three-way power cord with plug.
  • USB or Serial interface cable shall be included.
  • Serial to USB adaptor to be supplied where USB is not standard
  • Compatible headphones should be supplied if the instrument offered, is equipped with a headphone socket.

10 Software Requirements…10 Points
•Included must be the associated PC based software capable of storing and displaying traces and controlling the instrument. Software should be compatible with Windows© 7and10.
11 Installation, Training and Support
  • The supplier will be responsible for the satisfactory testing and commissioning of all equipment and software provided under the contract.
  • One day training for 20 persons on the use of and application of the instrument.
  • Associated costs for training and any related travel expenses should be included and specified in the bid price.
  • The instruments shall carry a 24 month warranty
  • The Supplier shall guarantee the operability of the equipment (i.e. both hardware and software – through necessary upgrades), for a period not less than 10 (ten) years.

12 Service and Calibration
  • A valid SANAS or Equivalent calibration certificate is required for each instrument
Bidders shall indicate:
  • The extent and location of service facilities for the equipment offered.
  • The extent and location of calibration facilities for the equipment offered
  • The calibration interval required on the instrument and associated accessories
  • The cost any extended warranty.

13. Key minimum-criteria requirements
The supplier needs to demonstrate their ability to provide devices capable of meeting the following key criteria:
  • Single unit
  • The device shall be supplied in a Ruggedized Platform conforming to Mil-T 28800 Class 3 or better relating to operating temperature, humidity, altitude, shock and vibration.
  • Frequency Range: 20 MHz to 2.7 GHz
  • Optional functions offered on device may be purchased retrospectively
  • Weight not more than 20kg
  • Calibration certificate with each instrument
  • Warranty and extended warranty available
The service provider must provide relevant details on service availability, monitoring of in-scope service requests and related components.

Maintenance and Functionality Support Availability

Operational support on functionality specific to the devices offered must be as follows:
•Telephone support: 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Monday – Friday
  • Calls received out of office hours will be forwarded to a mobile phone and best efforts will be made to answer / action the call, however there will be a backup answer phone service
•Email support: Monitored 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Monday – Friday
  • Emails received outside of office hours will be collected, however no action can be guaranteed until the next working day.

Repair Requests

The Service Provider will respond to repair and maintenance related incidents and/or requests submitted by the ICASA within the following time frames:
  • Within 48 hours for issues classified as Medium priority.
  • Within 5 working days for issues classified as Low priority.
  • Remote assistance must be provided in-line with the above timescales dependent on the priority of the support request.

Availability of Spares

The service provider needs to indicate the availability of replacement hardware in South Africa and lead times for delivery of all hardware replacements not stocked locally.
The service provider must indicate the availability of loan units if items are submitted for repair.
The Service provider must carry the costs of any firmware upgrade on hardware replacements or repairs to make the unit function.

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