QUESTIONS_&_ANSWERS_BOST_180322_AM_0002.pdf

Solicitation 140P4319R0027 – BOST 180322 Amendment 0002

Questions & Answers

NOTE: Delete Sheets 29 - 67 of 67 dated 05/09/2018 as previously issued. Substitute Sheets 29

- 67 of 67 dated 06/29/2018 attached herewith.

CCTV System

Building-109

1. Is camera C-11 listed in DWG SC4.5 apart of the contract? This camera is not shown in Floor Plans. There is a Mini Fixed Wedge Camera listed on SC20.3 with a note "Not in Contract" Please clarify.

Answer: Camera C-11 is deleted from the project scope. Refer to Schedule on Sheet SC4.5 dated 6/29/18.

2. There were cameras in this building that are not represented on the drawings. Are there any existing cameras that are being added to the system?

Answer: Existing cameras in Bldg. 109 are to remain on the system and are to be connected to new NVR’s that are replacing existing DVR’s. Refer to Schedule on Sheet SC3.1 dated 06/29/2018.

Abiel Smith School

1. Camera make and model for C-1 is not listed.

Answer: Camera C-1 is listed on Schedule on Sheet SC8.2 dated 06/29/2018.

2. Is the camera going to an existing switch in the IT Room?

Answer: Yes, connect the new camera to the existing network in the Elec/IT closet.

Refer to Sheet SC8.1 dated 06/29/2018.

3. There is an existing GeoVision camera system in this building as well as the African American Meeting House that is not represented on the drawings. Are these cameras to be integrated into the new Pelco NVR? Or are these systems separate?

Answer: The new Pelco NVR tagged as NVR-03 on Sheet SC9.2 is to replace the existing recorder and support all existing analog cameras currently terminated in the security closet, as well as all new IP cameras in the Abiel Smith School and African Meeting House.

Bunker Hill Museum

1. Is the existing Pelco 4500 NVR being replaced with the SM5200-16P recorder?

Answer: Yes. The existing NVR in Bunker Hill Museum supports existing cameras at the Museum and the Lodge. The replacement SM5200-16P tagged NVR-02 will support both new and existing cameras at the Museum and the Lodge.

Bunker Hill Lodge

1. Is it the intent to have the existing analog camera be added to the Pelco System? Is there an existing encoder for this camera?

Answer: Yes, the intent is to have all existing cameras report to the new NVR located in the Museum across the street. These existing cameras currently record to the existing NVR in the Museum. The existing cameras are powered locally and the video is currently pushed to the existing NVR in the museum building.

Marine Barracks:

1. Is the contractor required to provide an NVR for this location? A Pelco SM5200 is listed on the Schedule, but it is not described in the scope or shown on the Floor Plans.

Answer: No. Cameras in the Marine Barracks connect to the POE switch and are recorded on NVR-02 located in Building 109 via the network backbone.

General Network:

1. Section 28 00 00 - 3 of the contract says to provide and install the network and PoE equipment in the Security Closets.

a.) Is the contractor required just to furnish and mount the switch?

a. Answer - No b.) Or, is the contractor also required to program and test the network?

a. Answer - Yes c.) Will connection to existing backbone network be provided?

a. Answer – Yes. Contractor is to furnish, install and test all necessary connections between the security system and the existing fiber optic backbone in the Charlestown Navy Yard d.) Is everything currently on the same network?

a. Answer – Yes. Cameras located at BOAF, BOHA, and Bunker Hill are stored locally on the related NVR’s and are connected to the Charlestown Navy Yard via existing network.

2. Section 28 00 00 - 3 of the contract says to provide and install all network components to receive signals from other buildings where work is occurring.

However, in the walkthrough, there was mention of an existing fiber backbone that is connected to all buildings. Please clarify the current status of the network and what requirements fall under the contractor with respect to network connectivity from building to building.

Answer: There is an existing 62.5 OMI multimode 24 strand fiber optic backbone in the Charlestown Navy Yard which connects to IT closets in Buildings 109, Marine Barracks and Commandant’s house as well as other buildings in the yard, which are out of the project scope. BOAF, BOHA, and Bunker Hill CCTV camera and terminals connect to building 109 via an existing network. The existing intrusion detection panels dial out to the existing receiver in Building 109 to report alarms. Contractor is to furnish, install and test all required network connections.

3. Is the security contractor responsible for providing an electrical contractor to provide power to the new equipment or is this to be done by NPS?

Answer: Yes. The Prime Contractor selected as a result of this solicitation shall be responsible for the provision of all trades required per the specifications. This may be accomplished via self-performance, subcontracting or a combination of both that is in in compliance with the requirements set forth in FAR Clause 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting.

General CCTV:

1. The only new CCTV client workstation shown on the drawings is in the Bunker Hill Lodge. Are all other CCTV clients to be installed on existing hardware?

Answer: New client terminals are called out for Bunker Hill Lodge and Building 109.

See Tags TERM 1 – 4 on Schedules on SC3.1 and SC5.2. Other locations that are viewing cameras are doing so through a video monitor directly connected to the local NVR.

2. The drawings do not provide information regarding existing cameras. Are there any existing cameras that need to be migrated from an old NVR to a new NVR?

Answer: Existing cameras which currently terminate to an existing local DVR at their respective building or site are to be migrated and programmed to the new local NVR at their respective building or site. Existing cameras are not shown on drawings.

New digital cameras as shown on drawings are to terminate to the related PoE switch and be programmed for storage on the new local NVR at their respective building or site.

3. Section 28 00 00 - 3 of the contract says CCTV and access control system will function with a unified interface at the command center? What is that unified interface? Is it the intent to have Ccure be the unified interface or to have a standalone unified interface?

Answer: The unified interface is not part of this project and was removed during the design phase. Delete all specification references to unified interface in Section 28 00 00, 1.1.N.1.d and elsewhere.

4. The local NVR's have a monitor, keyboard and mouse connected. Are these to be re-purposed with the new NVR's?

Answer: Yes. Repurpose existing monitors, keyboards, and mice for upgraded NVR’s

5. Many items listed in the specifications are either EOL or soon to be EOL. Will items equal or better be allowed for bidding purposes?

Answer: Contractor shall provide items as specified or, manufacturer’s state of the art recommended replacement for EOL items or, proposed equal for review and approval by the Contracting Officer. Refer to spec section 28 00 00 Sections 1.7 and 2.6.

Access Control System

1. Please confirm that all new doors and frames are to be provided, prepped and installed by others.

Answer: Contractor is to furnish and install a new fixed stationary door in the existing frame as indicated on Sheet A4.3. New door shall be painted to match existing. All other doors and frames are existing.

2. Please confirm that any required keying is to be provided by Owner.

Answer: Best Lock System 6 pin cores and keying as required will be provided by the Government.

3. Page 28 00 00 – 53 States that programing labor for up to 500 cards must be carried. Please confirm how many cards are to be proposed and card specifications.

Answer: Per Spec section 28 00 00 –part 3 - 3.13, B - Input all access cards into the system up to a total of 500 cards.

4. For the elevator cab reader, installation in the cab, connection into the elevator controller and any required travel cables are to be provided by the elevator service company and contracted directly with the Owner. MST will only provide the reader.

Answer: Contractor shall furnish and install travel cables and other equipment as required for elevator cab card reader and shall coordinate all elevator work with the current NPS Elevator Service Provider or other approved elevator subcontractor. NPS to provide name of existing elevator service provider.

The Prime Contractor selected as a result of this solicitation shall be responsible for the provision of all trades required per the specifications. This may be accomplished via self-performance, subcontracting or a combination of both that is in in compliance with the requirements set forth in FAR Clause 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting.

Intrusion Detection System

1. The Honeywell MX8000 Alarm receiver is a discontinued item. The Honeywell direct replacement is a computer-based software solution that only accepts IP signals from the Intrusion panels. How should the bidder proceed? If the Honeywell software solution is chosen this will require upgrading all panels to models that are compatible with IP communications and format.

Answer: It is imperative that central station receiver be able to support both new and legacy fire and intrusion detection panels monitored in building 109.

Provide in your bid an equal replacement for the specified Honeywell MX8000 in accordance with requirements under Spec Section 28 00 00, 2.1.E.

2. There is an option for the intrusion panels to report directly to the CCure9000, is this an option or is the alarm receiver required for other purposes?

Answer: The central station receiver is still needed to support legacy fire and security panels which are not a part of this contract. Where the existing Honeywell Ademco panels are being replaced with DSC intrusion detection panels, integration into the cCure 9000 interface is required. See Spec Section 28 00 00 1.1.D.2 & 7.

3. When the new panels are installed who will provide the network for these panels?

See answer to Questions 1 & 2 under General Network above.

4. Are there Intrusion Detection panels from buildings not in this solicitation that are reporting into the existing alarm receiver?

Answer: Yes. Existing fire and intrusion panels currently dial into the receiver in building 109. The new receiver will replace the existing receiver and will need to receive alarms reported from all existing to remain panels.

5. If there are additional panels reporting to the current receiver how will they be handled?

Answer: The specified MX8000 central station receiver was intended to be the upgrade path from the existing receiver. Refer to answer to Question 1 under Intrusion Detection System above.

General Information Questions

1. Based on the fact that many items are End of Life or will be soon will there be an extension of the bid due date?

Answer: Date for submission of Bids is extended to August 15. Refer to response to Question 5 under General CCTV above about End of Life items.

2. If an extension is granted will there be opportunity to revisit any sites?

Answer: Bidders are invited to visit the project sites on their own during normal public visiting hours. No further guided site visits will be provided.