VSS Richmond Questions Answers.pdf

VSS Richmond Questions

1. Will the government allow the contractor to use the (2) existing network switch racks in the communications closets on the first floor? The existing CCTV system is currently connected to these racks.

a) Response - If the existing racks are sufficient then they may be reused. The racks must be emptied and cleaned prior to placing new equipment into the existing racks.

2. Will sufficient power be available for the UPS (backup battery) or is the contractor responsible to provide it?

a) Response - Contractor responsible for any and all power requirements.

Coordination with GSA and the building maintenance staff is essential prior to such work commencing.

3. The Bill of Materials specifies (48) SD cards, but there are only (18) cameras. Will the government clarify how many SD cards are needed?

a) Response - Each “head” or sensor of the multi-sensor cameras requires an SD card.

Contractor shall provide an SD card for each available slot on the cameras, to ensure all cameras in the housing have SD cards.

4. It was observed on the site walk that there are several trees obstructing potential camera views. Will the government trim the trees prior to the project execution?

a) Response – The Government will attempt to get trees trimmed, however, this is not a guarantee this will occur and in many locations trimming may not be possible.

5. It was observed on the site walk that the existing cameras are IP cameras. Will the government confirm whether the existing cabling is Cat5 or Cat6?

a) Response - We are unable to confirm cabling currently in place.

6. Section B.2.1: Would the Gov’t clarify the term “Premium”? Is this in reference to the Avigilon Premium line of NVRs? Can the Gov’t confirm only Premium NVRs and/or Servers are to be used?

a) Response - Correct, Avigilon premium NVR’s/Servers or equivalent are the only acceptable version to be used. If an equivalent option is provided, the vendor must provide reasoning why they consider the equipment to be equal to the Avigilon equipment. Failure to provide this information will result in your quote being considered Technically Unacceptable.

7. Please clarify the requirement for (2) NVRs for 18 cameras?

a) Response - This is a redundant server requirement. Both servers will be installed, which will run concurrently, and if a failure occurs on one server, the other continues to function with zero downtime as video is being recorded on both servers at the same time. Any software, programming, etc. to make this occur should be part of your quote.

8. Can the Gov’t confirm that the 1st floor and referenced “Ground Floor” are the same floor?

a) Response – The first floor and ground floor are separate floors.

9. Please clarify the term “low compression”?

a) Response – A compression method that is not heavily compressed

10. Is the Gov’t requesting storage to be calculated using H.264 or MPEG-2 compression?

a) Response - H.264

11. Can the Gov’t confirm the system is to be FIPS 140-2 & FIPS 140-3 compliant?

a) Response – This is not a FIPS certified installation.

12. Can the Gov’t confirm the system is to be FIPS certified from the manufacturer?

a) Response – This is not required to be FIPS certified installation

13. Can the Gov’t confirm that offerors are not to build an NVR/Server but instead procure an NVR and/or server from a reputable manufacturer? i.e Avigilon

a) Response – A server should be procured as a pre-built solution from a reputable manufacturer.

14. Is there a preferred manufacturer of the system?

a) Response – Avigilon is the preferred manufacturer of the system. An equivalent manufacturer can be quoted; however, if an equivalent option is provided, the vendor must provide reasoning why they consider the equipment to be equal to the Avigilon equipment. Failure to provide this information will result in your quote being considered Technically Unacceptable.

15. Can the Gov’t provide the preferred NVR part number?

a) Response – This is referenced in the Statement of Work. NVR4X-PRM-FIPS-

128TB-NA

16. Will the system require UPS power back up?

a) Response – Yes, and it is specified in the Statement of Work

17. What is the battery backup duration?

a) Response – Four (4) hours per the statement of work for everything, including workstations, monitors, cameras, switchgear, etc.

18. Are all workstations to have their own separate battery backup?

a) Response - Yes

19. What is the preferred Cat6 color?

a) Response – Industry standard color, which at this time is yellow

20. Are the parts to be installed required to be NDAA compliant? TAA compliant?

a) Response – Yes, everything must be NDAA and TAA compliant. No equipment can contain the forbidden chipsets covered under the NDAA.

21. Is there any fiber optical cable to be installed as part of this installation?

a) Response – Use of cat cable or fiber optic cable is the contractors choice

22. Is the system a standalone system or will it tie into an existing network?

a) Response – The system will be its own network. It will be connected to itself, not the internet, and not any agency networks.

23. Will a man lift be needed to install any cameras?

a) Response - Any such lift needed for cameras would have been determined during the walk through. Typically cameras are installed at 24’ height, contractor should understand that and bid accordingly.

24. Will the Gov’t provide a man lift? a) Response - The Gov’t does not provide man lifts for contractor use.

25. What is the anticipated award date?

a. Response: Anticipated award is sometime in the month of August.

26. Are there funds currently available for this effort?

a. Response: Yes

27. Will the government provide drawings of the building (in CAD or .DWG, preferably)?

a. Response – There are no additional drawings available aside from what has already been provided in the Statement of Work.

28. Where will the Security Command Center be located?

a. Response – The security command center is where the current head end equipment is located. That will not change. There is an additional workstation needed in the guard office on the loading dock.

29. Will escorts be needed during the installation?

a) Response - We will attempt to get all employees cleared through the DHS personnel clearance office. If that does not occur in a timely fashion, then we will look towards using escorts provided by the Gov’t.