The scope of this solicitation is for rugged technology. This will include, but is not limited to, fully- and semi-rugged hardware (e.g. laptops, tablets, smartphones, etc.) and related ancillary products (e.g. peripherals, components, accessories such as back-up batteries, vehicle mounts, displays, docking stations, etc.) and services (e.g. warranties, lost/stolen device location, imaging, asset tagging, etc.) “Fully-rugged” shall be defined as hardware (such as laptops) built for extreme performance and able to withstand harsh conditions. These devices will be MIL-STD-810H (formerly MIL-STD-810G), rated for a diverse variety of stresses, extreme temperatures, and harsh environments. They will be drop resistant, shock resistant, dust resistant, and water resistant with an IP65 rating or higher. They will be able to tolerate a drop from a height in the four-to-six foot range while powered. They will support a long battery life; utilize a bright screen for use in bright sunlight; and maximize cooling for use in hot weather. For the purpose of this solicitation, there is no distinction between “fully-rugged” and “ultra-rugged.” “Semi-rugged” shall be defined as COTS (commercial off the shelf) hardware enhanced with rugged features. These will feature water resistant and scratch resistant screens. These will be capable of withstanding vibration, temperature, and moderate abuse.
