Questions and Answers (1-25) Addendum 1 CCTV 27 July 2020.pdf

502 CONS/JBKAE FA301620Q0092

JBSA Lackland, TX CCTV and Intercom System

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Cutoff date for contractor questions is 12:00 PM CST, 22 July 2020.

Question 1: Does the Access control and video systems need to be a unified system?

Government Response: Yes, an integrated/unified system is required

Question 2: Does there need to be unification/integration between the access control and cameras?

Government Response: Yes

Question 3: Can US banned equipment to be used onsite?

Government Response: No

Question 4: What cameras need to be 2-way audio?

Government Response: CQ tunnel is the only location with video and 2-way audio requirement. Each entrance of the seven dormitories require 2-way audio on the inside of the dormitory for communication between the members residing in the dormitory and CQ separate from the video requirement. Those allowing access to the CQ tunnel

Question 5: Is all exterior cabling to be run in conduit?

Government Response: Yes

Question 6: Will cameras need to be ip cameras?

Government Response: No

Question 7: Does the integrator need to be certified?

Government Response: Yes

Question 8: Which IDF will server and access control be installed?

Government Response: CQ desk area

Question 9: Will the system need to have expansion capabilities for future growth?

Government Response: Yes

Question 10: Is there an existing network infrastructure connecting all dorms to one central location. If so, where is the headend located? Where are the individual Comm rooms located for each dorm?

Government Response: Not to our knowledge, only aware of one comm room in this facility.

Question 11: If an existing network backbone infrastructure present, will the contractor be able to utilize existing network infrastructure? If, not will the contractor be required to install a new fiber optic backbone to each dorm in order to support the deployment of the new camera system?

Government Response: Contractor will be able to utilize existing infrastructure and will be required to install new infrastructure IAW specifications contained in the SOW.

Question 12: What size monitors are required for CQ station? Will they be wall mounted or located on a table?

Government Response: 2x 55” wall mounted televisions

Question 13: SOW document states CQ station will need to have two-way communication between 10 dormitories. During the walkthrough we were told only 7 dorms will require the two-way communication system. Can the government please clarify whether we are to provide the communication system to 7 or 10 dormitories?

Government Response: Only 7 dorms are required with 2-way communication. The access doors to CQ tunnel require both 2-way communication and video capability for visual identification and entry access purposes.

Question 14: Will monitoring of the emergency exit doors need to be viewable from the VMS?

Government Response: Yes, with notification of when these doors are opened at the CQ desk.

Question 15: Will installation of an access control system be required for the two exterior doors that lead to the CQ station (card reader, door contact, and electrified lock)?

Government Response: Yes.

Question 16: What type of recording schedule is the contractor required to implement? Will all cameras be required to record 24/7? Will certain cameras require only motion during certain time schedules? The camera system recording schedule will affect the amount of archivable video playback which may not meet the minimum 21 day requirement as stated in the SOW section 14.2.

Government Response: All cameras are to be motion activated with sensitivity to capture foot traffic and opening of doors. 90 days of playback will be required.

Question 17: If a recording schedule is to be implemented and the 21-day archivable playback is affected.

Will the contractor be required to supplement the 4TB HDD with a HDD that can achieve the 21-day playback with the suggested recording schedule taken into consideration?

Government Response: Contractor will be responsible for this item and requirement for playback is 90 days.

Question 18: SOW section 1.1 states contractor shall provide audio alongside internal cameras. During the walkthrough it seemed like the end-user wanted audio on exterior cameras as well. Please clarify which camera locations will require audio?

Government Response: Requirement is for audio with all cameras.

Question 19: Will the contractor be required to install multiple security cabinets throughout the building to maintain the maximum 295’ cable length? Will the contractor be required to furnish and install the required network infrastructure between new security cabinets to interconnect new network switches?

Government Response: Installation of these cabinets will be as required to fall within specified parameters and will be the responsibility of the contractor.

Question 20: Is there a Manufacturer Preference for the Surveillance Cameras and Recorders? If so can a list of accepted Manufacturers be provided?

Government Response: No preference.

Question 21: Will Power Be Provided for the Rack in CQ area on its own circuit?

Government Response: Power will not be provided for the rack and usage of a circuit will need to be coordinated via CE

Question 22: On the 2 doors that you want to tie into the intercom system, do you need keypads or readers for there as well for entry?

Government Response: Yes. Keypad is preferred.

Question 23: Is EMT conduit required throughout building?

Government Response: Yes, as applicable.

Question 24: How much storage do you require for the CCTV video recordings? (1) month or more?

Government Response: 90 days

Question 25: Will there be only one location that will want access to the systems like the CQ room or are there multiple areas needing access? If so how many and where?

Government Response: Only CQ