BAA_18-02_Call_0001_Questions_and_Government's_Response.pdf

BAA 18-02 Call 0001 Questions and Government’s Response Question # Reference Contractors’ Question DHS Response

1 BAA 18-02/Call 0001/SOO A, Page 3, Section 5.1, second sentence

What is the desired working range (in meters)?

At 10 meters the users should reasonably be able to recognize presence of life in an adjacent room or other walled environment such as a shipping container.

2 BAA 18-02/Call 0001/SOO A, Page 3, Section 5.1, third sentence

How many walls will be between the device and the target in a typical mission scenario?

Of critical importance is the ability to detect what is directly behind an interior room wall. Therefore, a typical mission scenario includes the detection behind a single wall or door.

3 BAA 18-02/Call 0001/SOO A, Page 3, Section 5.1, third sentence

Does the “standard construction interior wall” means US residence house wall with two layers of dry wall?

“Standard construction interior wall” includes two layers of ½ inch thick dry wall for walls and two layers of 5/8 inch thick dry wall for ceilings to include insulation.

4 BAA 18-02/Call 0001/SOO A, Page 3, Section 5.1, fifth sentence

Is there a SWaP upper bound?

For example, is there a weight limit (in pounds or kilograms) when integrated to the users’ equipment?

The size, weight and power is more a function of ergonomics and effectiveness rather than a formula. The solution must be able to be operated within the CONOPS of a tactical event and of sufficient power to function properly.

5 BAA 18-02/Call 0001/SOO A, Page 3, Section 5.2, second sentence

Is there a required direction accuracy threshold between the target(s) within 10˚ range?

It would be desirable for the system to discriminate between one or more subjects and provide a general direction or location of the subjects.

6 BAA 18-02/Call 0001/SOO A, Page 3, Section 5.2, fourth sentence

Is there a communication range upper bound? For example, should the product communicate within 20 meters or less between other users?

There is not a range limit for wireless communication; it would be desirable to connect with team members or to a command post outside the area being searched.

7 Overall Are other Government Agencies and Federal Labs eligible to submit/propose under BAA 18-02

Yes, other agencies and Federal Labs may submit under BAA 18- 02.

8 Overall If a vendor has a product that fulfills the requirements for more than one topic area, may they submit one whitepaper to cover both those topic areas?

Or should they submit separate white papers for each?

A white paper and/or proposal must be submitted for each SOO for which a vendor would like to be considered. It is highly recommended that vendors submit separate white papers that are responsive to each SOO even if the solution is the same.

9 Overall Is there a minimum or a maximum that one can be awarded per solicitation?

There is no minimum or maximum per award, but each proposal’s cost should reflect the realistic cost/price necessary to meet its own requirements.

10 Overall Can international companies participate under BAA 18-02?

Does the work have to be conducted in the United States?

International companies may participate under BAA 18-02 and the work does not have to be performed in the United States.

11 BAA 18-02 Page 11 Section 5.2. White Paper Submission Requirements and Evaluation Process

Can the Government please provide an outline for what content needs to be covered in the white paper?

In the absence of additional details, should vendors use the proposal content specifications for Volume 1 – Technical Proposal, covered in Section 5.4 of BAA 18-02?

The White Paper will be evaluated based on the two following technical evaluation factors found on Page 22 of the Original

BAA:

Criterion I- Technical:

Criterion II- Commercialization:

The white papers are only required to provide a technical and managerial approach (taking into account the evaluation criteria), and are not required to use the proposal content, that is specific to the Technical proposals that follow the white papers.

12 General Is there a list the specified what documents must be filled out?

There is no specific list of documents that must be completed. All offerors must register in the DHS BAA Portal and must submit a White Paper.

13 General What is the maximal % of expenses the government will finance in a project? Do I have to supply other supplemental sources of income?

There is no maximum amount, but each proposal’s cost should reflect the realistic cost/price necessary to meet its own requirements.

14 General Is a prototype mandatory for applying? Can software simulations alone be enough for a successful application?

A prototype is not necessary for application, but ultimately the solution to the statement of objectives will have one.

15 General Would I be able to employ international subcontractors?

Use of international subcontractors is allowed.