Q_A for Scope of Work clarification_4.docx

1. Are Scaled Drawings available, if so please post. Drawings of building can be provided.

2. Are Ceilings Suspended? Or Hard Lid? Both drop and Hard ceilings.

3. Is there existing Cable Trays for wiring above ceilings? Existing cables are run above ceilings.

4. Can Existing Wiring be utilized? Wiring must be compatible for new cameras, server, etc.

5. Is a “UPS” required? If so, What Time/Power Duration is required? Building has backup gen.

6. Are “Or Equal” Equipment substitutions allowed? YES, as long as it follows industry code.

7. Is “Plenum Wire” acceptable? Follow what is required by code.

8. Is “After Hours Access” for said work, available to contractor at no add’l cost to the

9. Gov’t? 0800-1600

10. What is the height of Exterior Cameras? (If any) 12-15ft. One exterior camera

11. Please provide a list of equipment to be installed. See SOW.

12. How many cameras require a lift for installation? 1 exterior

13. How much conduit would be needed for each camera is any? 100 feet? 200 feet? more?

Should be able to use conduit already installed.

14. The total of cameras is 56 correct? 56 for existing and new camera install.

15. Do you want Bosh brand or any other type of cameras?

We want a good quality brand.

16. Night vision is required on these cameras. N/A

17. Is the current system an analog or IP system? Analog

18. Server type – Will this Turing AI Video Surveillance 64 Channel NVR fit the definition of a video server? Whatever server is compatible for 56 cameras.

19. Is there an existing IT rack for the camera NVR, storage, and switches, or are we to provide a new rack? We do have a rack, if equipment doesn’t fit there would be a need for install of new rack.

20. Does room that will house the IP CCTV system have adequate cooling and UPS backup power? Yes.

21. Is there a preferred camera and NVR brand? We want a good economic camera system. That will provide us with a good clear picture and resolution.

22. Is there a preferred camera form factor (dome, bullet, etc.), functionality (PTZ, 2x/3x zoom, etc.), and lens specification? Should be no need to move or zoom cameras.

23. Are there any camera locations or coverage requirements beyond what is described in the scope of work? No.

24. Will any of the 55 new cameras be installed outside? Camera count is 56. One outside camera.

25. Is a lift required to reach any of the camera locations, including the outdoor location, or will a ladder suffice? 12 to 15 feet for exterior camera

26. Is plenum-rated cable required for this installation?

Follow code requirements

27. What is the desired megapixel resolution for the cameras to be installed?

Megapixel 4MP (not the worse, but not the best resolution), enough to give us 30-60 days of storage as well.

28. What is the primary viewing objective for the exterior cameras? No

29. Can you specify the required monitor size and resolution? Monitor needs to be big enough to see all camera per floor with a scrolling feed. 32 to 42 inches.

30. Could you please provide an estimated distance from the proposed NVR location to the furthest cameras? Each wing is roughly 240 feet

31. What is the estimated ceiling height of the hallway and entrance way? Est. 8ft

32. For the exterior camera, it would be best to go with a 270-degree 20MP to get a view of the parking lot and the back entrance. The camera can be moved to corner and have a better view of each. Is this what needs to be quoted? Hoping to use existing placement, unless new placement can increase view of entrance and parking lot.

33. There are no specs for the cameras throughout dorm. After site walk, I recommend fixed dome 2MP 3.3-10.2mm IP66 IK10 IR. Is this what needs to be quoted? There needs to be a set spec so all integrators are quoting the same components.

34. Please quote whatever you would recommend that would allow us to pull video from 30 to 60 days and has a good clear picture.

35. What are the requirements for integrators for adding a switch on each floor?

Switches for each floor should not be required.

36. How much time is needed for UPS’s to run all equipment?

We have backup power for building.

37. What size monitors are needed in each area?

32-42 inches needs to be able to see video feed clearly.

38. It would be advantageous for the Government to purchase a video surveillance system without a reoccurring licensing fee, such as SMA’s or SmartPlans. Is this your intent?

Yes, no additional plans or future fees.

39. How many hours are expected for training?

Whatever it is to be believed enough to learn new system

40. Will the bid date be extended and integrators given a week after Q&A to submit?

Do not believe so.