ALNF_CCTV_Q&A_042017.docx

Allegheny NF Questions and Answers 04/20/2017

1. Is there a possibility of getting an approved equal instead of Bosch? Would like to price out Bosch and also Axis. I will attach the spec sheets for each camera, and list the equal compared to Bosch below.

Bosch Flexidome AN outdoor 5000 Axis P3225-VE MK II Bosch Flexidome AN outdoor 4000 IR Axis P3225-LVE MK II Bosch Autodome 600 Series Analog PTZ Axis Q6052-E with the T91G61 Wall Mount DVR: Axis S2016 (8TB, has integrated POE switch), or Axis S1016 (8TB, would need a separate POE switch) Yes, we will accept cameras that are equal or better to the ones listed as long as it is NOT connected to the FS system, we should be allowed to use the IP system.

2. On page 24 of 36, it states that a performance bond is required: 52.228-13 Alternative Payment Protections (JUL 2000) (Applicable to contracts greater than $35,000 and less than or equal to $150,000). However, on page 5 of 36, it states that the bonding is only required on projects over $150,000.00. (This is a construction project which has the following bonding requirements: 20% bid bond for offers over $150,000 required with offer submission. 100% performance and payment bonds for offers over $150,000 upon award. See Section I for details.) Please clarify which is correct….is a performance bond required on projects below $150,000 or not?

A 100% Performance bond is required on all construction projects over $35,000.00. A 100% payment bond is required on all construction projects over $150,000.00. A 20% bid bond is only required on bids over $150,000.00.

52.228-13 Alternative Payment Protections (JUL 2000) (Applicable to contracts greater than $35,000 and less than or equal to $150,000)

(a) The Contractor shall submit one of the following payment protections ____Payment Bond___________________________________________