REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RD-4-67 PROJECT NO. 10167

• Document Type: CREST
• Collection: NGA Records (Formerly NIMA)
• Document Number (FOIA) /ESDN (CREST): CIA-RDP79B00873A002900020078-7
• Release Decision: RIPPUB
• Original Classification: C
• Document Page Count: 16
• Document Creation Date: December 28, 2016
• Document Release Date: November 15, 2012
• Sequence Number: 78
• Publication Date: October 10, 1966
• Content Type: LETTER

Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release
2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873A002900020078-7
I MtMUKANUUM rUK:
25X1
f ~. Cori -Fv . .
/ ' Oir 4g:,
0
(DATE)
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release '
2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873A002900020078-7 (47
 U AJI9 / / n
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
K? 14 o
Attention:
Subject : Request for Proposal Noe RD.J 67
Project No. 10167
? Gentlemen:
?
the Government You may arran e for such a conference by contacting F 25X1
on 25X1
Prior to the submission of your proposal if a conference is desired
between your technical representatives and the technical representatives of
This office has a requirement for the design, assembly, installation
and operation of equipment to produce high qualityphotographs from
various types of video tapes. Your review of.the enclosed "DEVELOPMENT
OBJECTIVE MAGNETIC-TAPE-TO PHOTO REPRODUCER" is requested and a
technical r on and cost m l
p p -price quotation. on this program is solicited.
Your technical proposal and cost quotation should be submitted no later
than 11 November 1966 unless a later date is requested of and authorized by
It is requested that your proposal be accompanied by a cost analy- 25X1
sis breakdown to assist in evaluating your quotations This cost breakdown
may be prepared on Form DD-633 or a substantially similar form.. Two copies
of the proposal should be forwarded directly to the Contracting Officers
Three copies should be forwarded to the Technical Representative of the
Contracting Officer at the following. address:
The enclosed development objectives may be considered DE'CLASSIFIED
when removed from this covering letter which may NOT be de-classified.
Government interest may be shown., however, association of this Government
~- cif the UM1 ti tSi1~14s
T'is 1-nal s I FU i t d"L . mot;.; ~ Lkr C;
Pl~u:.., i`a t,:: y::Y^~iS 27fSS~flR
a w '`( tis4~~
CONFIDENTIAL
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 t
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873A002900020078-7
71 - ! - . C.VNI'IUtN.IIAL
?
activity with this request is classified.CONFIDENTIAL. In this connection,
knowledge of the identity of the particular Government acti;taity which the
undersigned represents must be restricted,to the least number of persons
possible and then only to those who have been authorized in writing by
this activity',to'have;access to classified information. Such identity
shallbe'disclosed only on'a verbal basis and shall never appear in writing
in any of your documents. Any correspondence initiated by you should not
make reference therein to the undersigned. "Secrecy Agreements" should be
signed by any individual in'your company who will have knowledge of this
request.
If it is desired to proceed with this contemplated program with your
company, the authorization will be effected by the issuance of the appro-
priate type of Government Contract.
At the time-of submitting the requested proposal(s) please return this
letter, together with all enclosures to the undersigned.at the address
stipulated above, Attention: If you do not elect to submit a 25X1
proposal, this letter and all correspondence should also be returned.
Very truly yours,
Contracting Officer
Enclosures:
l.Development Objectives
2. Specification No..DB-1001 (2 copies)
3. Installation Engineering Data (2 copies)
CONFIDENTIAL
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873A002900020078-7
 25X1
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
W
8 September.1966
MAGNETIC TAPE TO PHOTO REPRODUCER
1. INTRODUCTION. This document presents requirements for the design,
assembly, installation and operation of equipment to produce high
quality photographs from various types of video tapes.
2. CONCEPT. Several techniques are used to convert television imagery
to photographic prints. These techniques vary widely in cost and
quality and many of the systems are not compatible. Video tape widths
which vary from 1 inch to 2 inches and scan lines which range from
405 to 819 are two of the main problem areas. A system of integrated
commercial components must be devised to accept tapes from the most
common U. S. and European systems, display their contents at normal
speeds or in stop motion at the highest possible quality consistent
with the recording medium, and produce instant, high-quality, still
photographs of selected scenes.
3. ADMINISTRATION.
3.1. Evaluation of proposals will be based on cost, quality of
imagery, indications of commitment to fulfill these objectives,
and the.experience and ability evidenced by inclusion of relevent
specifics.
3.2. Proposals should contain an indication of thorough comprehension
of the areas of prime concern, suggested solutions to problem areas,
.and a schedule of major steps in the development process.
4. REQUIREMENTS.
-4.1. General Configuration.
4.1.1. Playback. The basic component for this system will
be a standard, commercial, transverse scan, video tape
recorder. This equipment must utilize switching and/or plug-in
modules to accept tape with the following standards; 525 scan
line/50 field, 625/50, 405/50, and 819 scan line/50 field.
The system must be compatible with "Intervision" as well as
U. S. "high band" and "low band" broadcast systems. It also
must have the quality of a color system, but does not need to
have a full color capability. However, it must be designed to
accept available commercial equipment for modification so that
color capability can be achieved with minimum effort and
expense. ./ /
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
0
4.1.2. Stop-Motion. A disk-type video recorder will be
operated on line with the basic video recorder to provide
it with a capability for temporary storage and selected
stop motion or single frame display. Provisions must be
made to accept signals from either helical scan or trans-
verse scan recorders for a better quality stop motion
capability. The system must be able to advance the
recorded display frame-by-frame and to select.and hold a
particular frame to recorded imagery. A small monitor
affixed to the disk recorder will display the imagery being
stepped or held. Off-the-shelf equipment may be modified
to.suit this requirement.
4.1.3. Display. A Kinescope-type, flat-faced cathode ray
tube (CRT) will be used to present imagery to be photographed.
This CRT will be large enough to present a 3x4-inch display
for reproduction; The display-recorder circuitry must
include contrast, brightness, etc., controls.
4.1.4. Photography. A 4x5-inch, high-speed, frame camera
will be used, to photograph the.quality CRT image. This
camera will be set and rigidly attached in such a manner
that full scale photographs (l:'l). of the flat CRT can be
produced. A fine focus control will be included so that
the sharpest possible image .an be obtained on the ground
glass. A between the lens shutter with a "Time" setting
and an adjustable exposure range from 1 second to 1/50th
of a second will be adequate. There will be no need
for an automatic exposure device,'an exposure meter
attachment will be sufficient. The camera will have a
back that will accept cut film and "film packs" for use in
producing optimum photographic records. The back will
have provisions to accept a rapid, self-processing adapter
for use in producing urgently needed photos without the need
of a photographic laboratory.
4.1.5. Integration. All components must be interfaced
for optimum performance. Equipment must be positioned
and arranged f _
for optimum man machine operation and
maintenance. Controls must be adequately marked and
easily available, but must be positioned so as not to
interfere with the operator.
4.2. Additional Equipment Considerations.
4.2.1., Proposals should provide for and discuss capabilities
and limitations of the following types of electronic image
manipulation devices and techniques.
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
(a) "Spot Wobble" circuitry and controls for
decreasing scan line patterns of CRT's.
(b) "Vertical Aperture Equalizing" for apparent
increase in vertical resolution of imag'ry.
(c) "Gamma" or "Black Stretch" controls,.
(d) "Exponential" or "White Stretch" controls.
(e) Edge enhancement or outlining techniques.
(f) Electronic magnification controls.
(g) Other circuitry or techniques to help produce
an, improved photographic still copy of video taped
material.
4.2.2. Considerations must be given for reducing Radio
Frequency Emissions in accordance with.,:Federal Std. #222.
This specification is to be limited to information carrying
emissions.
5. PHYSICAL ANA OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS.
5.1. This equipment will be operated in a clean office type
environment. Special considerations must be given to reduce
heat output and noise emanating from the system.
5.2. The following facilities will be available as requested:
5.2.1. Electricity: 11OV, 1 phase and 208V, 3 phase,
4 wire
5.2.2. Chilled water and tap water.
5.2.3. Compressed air at 80 psi.
5.2.4. Vacuum
6. DETAILED REQUIREMENTS.
6.1. The maximum size of any single component is not to exceed
32" wide x 65" long x 71" high, and will not exceed 1600 pounds
weight.
6.2. Environmental conditions within the room will be held. to
temperatures of 72 degrees F.+5 degrees F. and humidities of
55% + 15% - 5%.
6.3. Provisions must be made for maximum personnel protection
from safety hazards that may be generated by the equipment.
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
6.)-. The contractor is to assume responsibility for all facility
hook-up from the point where the facilities may enter the room.
6.5. If any component of this system is vibration sensitive so
as to adversely affect performance, adequate vibration isolation
must be incorporated in the design.
7.1. A listing and price quotation of recommended spare parts
and test equipment will be provided as deliverable items
under the contract.
7.2. Written instructions for recommended testing procedures
must be included, as well as wiring diagrams and schematics.
7.3. It is highly desirable that initial utilization and operational
evaluation of this system not be hampered by less than optimum
operation of the equipment itself. However,' the equipment embodies
several concepts whose technical details are nbt familiar to
most user personnel. Therefore, proposals must include a separate
price quotation for provision by the contractor for a technician
to help assure the proper and effective operation of the equipment
during its introductory phase. This technician must have been
acquainted with the development and. assembly of the system and
must be proficient in the operation and repair of the system
components. During the crucial period of initial operation, he
must keep the equipment constantly tuned to optimum performance
and perform minor modifications, on the spot, as necessary. The
technician provided should be available for one year. During
that time, he will be expected to train customer maintenance
personnel to assume his duties.
7.1. Proposals must include installation specifications, including
estimates of necessary supporting services and equipment, such
as floor space, atmospheric envirQnment and power.
7.5. The contractor must-provide monthly progress report,
including currently updated schedules for delivery and installation
in accordance with specification No. DB-1001 (attached).
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
Specification No. DB-1001
Issue Date: 31 August 1966
CONTRACTUAL DOCUMENTATION TO BE SUPPLIED BY CONTRACTORS
1.1 This Specification covers the contractual documentation to be
supplied by contractors in the performance of Research and
Development contracts.
2. REQUIREMENTS
2.1 General - In order to maintain proper control the progress
and funding of Research and Development . contracts, it is
necessary that certain orderly reporting ]fie accomplished by
the Contractor on a regularly scheduled basis.
2.1.1 All documentation submitted by the Contractor shall
bear the control number assigned by the Contracting
Officer's Technical Representative. This control
number shall appear on all correspondence, reports,
etc., submitted by the contractor under the contract.
2.2 Types of Reports - The following types of reports shall be
submitted by the cont'ractor. Specific reports shall include,
but not necessarily be limited to, the designated information.
2.2.1 Monthly - A monthly report shall be prepared as of the
last working day of each calendar month. The first
monthly report shall be prepared as of the last working
day of the first full calendar month subsequent to the
date of contract. Monthly reports shall be mailed so
as to reach the consignee(s), stated in the-contract,
not later than the first business day after the
fifteenth of the month following the reporting period.
Each Monthly report shall provide the following, with
negative reporting if applicable.
2.2.1.1 A statement of the activity on the project
during the month and.the percentage of work
completed as of the reporting date.
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
Specification No. DB-1001
2.2.1.2 A statement of the planned activity for the
next month.
2.2.1.3 A statement of pending, unresolved technical
problems.
2.2.1.4 A statement of pending, unresolved contractual
problems.
?
2.2.1.5 A statement for the record, of agreements or
understandings reached orally during the
reporting period on technical matters not
requiring the approval of the Contracting
Officer.
2.2.1.6 A statement of any proposed change, agreement
or understanding which requires the approval of
the Contracting Officer. The contractor is
cautioned not to proceed in a situation re-
quiring the prior, approval of the Contracting
Officer until such approval has been obtained.
In situations requiring correspondence with
the Contracting Officer, a complimentary copy
shall be forwarded, simultaneously, directly
to the Contracting Officer's Technical Rep-
resentative.
2-.2-1.7 A statement of unanswered, unresolved matters,
unanswered correspondence, etc., and whether
delinquency is attributed to the contractor or
to the Government.
2.2.1.8 Status of funds. The format shown in Enclosure
1 shall be used to report the status of funds.
All applicable items shall be reported. If no
expenditures or obligations have been incurred
for a specific item, the word "None" shall be
entered in the space assigned for the dollar
amount.
2.2.2 Final Report - The final report shall be submitted to
the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative on or
before the thirtieth day following completion of the work
under the contract. This report shall cover the entire
design and/or development work accomplished during the
period of performance and shall contain a section covering
the work performed under each of the tasks set forth in
the Work Statements. The report shall state concisely but
completely the major problems encountered, the apparent
cause of the problems, the problem solutions and an
evaluation of the solutions based on actual application
of the solutions.
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
Specification No. D]3-1001
2.2.3 Installation Engineering Data - Whenever hardware is a
deliverable item under. a contract the contractor shall
provide the Installation Engineering Data requested on
Enclosure 2. The Contracting. Officer's Technical
Representative shall provide the blank forms to the
Contractor. Preliminary data shall be submitted to the
Contracting Officer's Technical Representative at six
months and again at three months prior to the delivery
date of the equipment. Final data shall be submitted
by the contractor not less than thirty days prior to
the delivery of the equipment.
2.2.3.1 The outline drawing, submitted with the
Installation Engineering Data form shall. show:
(a) the orientation of'the equipment within
the work area for nor'nal equipment useage.
(b) the exact location of all external
connections.,
(c) the clearance required around the equip-
ment for access to all removeable panels,
doors, etc.
(d) the location of mounting points and type.
of mounting required.
2.3. Delivery of Reports - All monthly reports and the final
report shall be forwarded by the contractor to the Consignee(s)
specified in the contract. The contractor shall forward
each report in the number of copies specified in the contract.
2.3.1 The Installation Engineering Data form plus the.
outline drawing shall be forwarded to the Con-
tracting Officer's Technical Representative.
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
Specification No. DB-1001
Statement of Funds as of 30 September 19XX (See Note 1.)
EXPENDITURES
1.
Labor:
a.
b.
Total paid as of 31 August 19XX XX,XXX
Paid during September 19XX X,XXX
c.
Sub-total
XX,XXX
a.
b.
Total paid as of 31 August 19XX X,XXX
Paid during September 19XX XXX
c.
Sub-total
X,XXX
Services (sub-contracts, etc.):
a. Total paid as of 31 August 19XX
b. Paid during September l9XX
X,XXX
XXX
C. Sub-total
X,XXX
4+.
Total expenditures as of 30 September 19XX
XX,XXX
5. Obligations:
a. Sub-contract W/ABC Co., amount not yet
paid X,XXX
b. Sub-contract W/DEF Co., amount not yet
paid XXX
c. Material ordered but not yet paid for Xf
Sub-total X,XXX
6. Estimates of Future Expenditures:
a. Estimate of labor required X,XXX
b. Estimate of material required XXX
.c. Proposed sub-contracts
Sub-total
Total CsUWW)
X,XXX
XX,XXX
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
W ?
Specification No. DB-1001
1. All amounts shown above must include overhead, G&A, handling
charges, fees, etc.
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
ENCLOSURE 2
INSTALLATION ENGINEERING DATA
(See Remarks at end of form) Tentative f7 Valid until
Final data 2=7
I. INSTRUMENT
A. Name of instrument:
B. Manufacturer:
C. Contract number:
D. Delivery date: Tentative: Final: -
II. PHYSICAL FEATURES
A;, Sub-assemblies:
1., Number of aub-assemblies
? 2. Largest sub-assembly: Weight lbs; " H x " W x D
3. Heaviest sub-assembly: Weight lbs; H x " W x D
B. Assembled instrument:
1. Number of major components:
2. Largest component: Weight lbs; H x W x D
3. Heaviest component: Weight lbs; " H x " W x " D
4. Total floor space required after assembly, including maintenance access
space. Ft. In. High x Ft. In. Wide x -Ft. In. Deep.
5.. Total. weight of assembled instrument: lbs.
C.. Type of base of mount: Flat
D. Does the instrument have built-in mobility? Yes No
.E. Is the instrument particularly sensitive to vibration? Yes No
Will the instrument generate vibration? Yes No
IF ?
Date form completed
3-point suspension ; 4-point suspension
F. Are any special or unusual tools or fixtures necessary or adviseable for
the installation of the maintenance of this instrument? Yes No
If "Yes," please describe:
III. UTILITIES.
A. Electrical:
1. Voltage
2.. Current
3. Frequency
4. Nr. of phases
AC
Volts T volt s
Amps/phase
cps
Ph
DC
Volts
Amps
5. Nr. of wires
6. ?Power'required Watts
7. Power factor (Leading) (Lagging)
Watts
8. Type of outlet: Two prong ; three prong ; Twist lock ; Perm._
9. Type of ground: Building conduit ; Direct earth ground
10. Should the instrument be shielded, either from external electromagnetic
signals or to prevent interference with other equipment? Yes No
If "Yes," to what extent?
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
V ?
B. Air conditioning:
1. Desired environment: Room air temperature of OF / OF and relative
humidity of _% / %.
2. Input Air: Is a direct connection necessary? Yes No
Adviseable? Yes No ; If "Yes," what is the connector type and
size? Recommended input air temperture OF / OF.
Relative humidity fo %. If input air must be filtered, what is
the maximum particle size in microns? What particle count?
cu. ft.
3. Output Air: Is a direct connection to the return air duct necessary?
Yes No Adviseable? Yes No . Connector type and size?
Output air temperature '5~ OF. Relative
humidity % %. Output heat BTU/ Flow of CFM. Is
output air toxic? Yes No ; Noxious? Yes No
C. Plumbing:
1. Is water required? Yes
2. Type of water re uired:
Tap OF / OF
No ; Pressure PSIG, flow GPM.
Deionized OF / OF
Filtered OF / OF
If filtered, give maximum permissible particle size in microns and the
maximum permissible count. microns particles/cu. ft.
3. Pipe required:
Galvanized
Stainless Steel
4+. Floor drain:
Copper Size
Plastic Type of connector
Diameter of drain Galvanized drain?
Plastic drain? Glass drain?
5. Are any chemical solutions used in the device? Yes No If
"Yes," state the nature of the solution(sC), permissible temperature
range, flow rate in appropriate units and the filtration necessary for
each solution
? 6. Size of pipes and connectors
D. Compressed air:
Is compressed air required? Yes No Water free? Oil Free?
Type and size of connector? . Pressure PSIG. Flow in CFM
Maximum , minimum , average
E. Vacuum:
Is vacuum required? Yes No Pressure PSIA or (inches of
water) (millimeters of mercure). Displacement in CFM, maximum
minimum , average Type and Size of connectors
F. Peripheral Devices:
Will. the instrument be connected to any peripheral devices such as a
computer or data input or data output device? Yes No If "Yes,"
give, in detail, the nature of the connection to the peripheral device such
as coaxial cable, multiple wire connector, etc.
IV. REMARKS
A. Use additional sheets if more space is required for environmental conditions
or utilities not mentioned above.
B. Submit three typed copies of the completed form to the Technical
Representative.
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7
C. Attach three copies of a dimensioned outline drawing of each major component
and of the completed assembly. Include the estimated weight of each major
component and of the completed assembly. Indicate, on the outline drawing
of the completed assembly, the space required for access to the instrument
for maintenance.
D. If a question does not apply to the instrument, insert "N/A" (Not Applicable)
in the appropriate blank space.
Information provided by:
Signature
?
?
(Position or job title)
Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/11/15: CIA-RDP79B00873AO02900020078-7