Attachment 6 - Questions and Answers.docx

1. How old is the facility?

CES Records say 1994

2. How much square footage is in the facility?

25,860 Sq Ft

3. How stable is the power?

Power is stable with a backup generator at all locations.

4. Is there a dropped ceiling in all areas of installation?

Drop ceilings in bldg. 203 and 714, but not 201 or 714.

5. What type of walls are in the perimeter areas?

Cast in placed, 4 to 6 inch concrete with metal backing.

6. Do we need to drill between the walls, to run our cable infrastructure?

See question 7’s answer.

7. Do we need to use conduit? If yes, what do you estimate the total conduit footage will be?

This should be yes unless there is already conduit existing that they can utilize. If you provide us with exact locations, our contractors can confirm if there is any existing or if some would need to be installed. Same for total footage.

8. Are the door frames metal and concrete filled?

Exterior walls, Yes

9. Are we to assume based on the SOW that there is a need for access control server, if yes can you tell us if there is a preference with a brand for the server?

Yes, there is a need for an access control system. No, there is not a preferred brand.

10. What are the part number of the existing card readers?

HID R40, HID RK40

11. How many readers are to be installed in double exit doors?

12. How many readers are to be installed in double doors?

13. What type of locksets is there in your doors?

Magnetic and electronic strike.

14. Related to FICAM Policy, does your agency need to authenticate the CAK besides the CHUID or FASCN from the PIV or CAC Card?

The authentication with be a Restricted Area Badge (HID card), not CAC

15. Related to FICAM Policy, the fact the authentication of the PIV or CAC card can present major delay upon presenting the card to the readers, especially in areas such as the main entrances; what is the maximum allowable time expected to authenticate both CAK and CHUID? Is it 3 seconds or less?

Not Applicable

16. Related to FICAM Policy, does the contractor have to be certified as a HSPD-12 by GSA approved vendor?

Not a Communications Squadron Function

17. Related to FICAM Policy, does the contractor have to provide certified Security ICAM Engineers?

If the engineers are working on a DoD network then the engineers must have Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II. If not, than this is not a Communications Squadron Function.

18. Related to FICAM Policy, does the PACS system should be in full FIPS 201-2 compliance?

No?

19. Since PACS Systems are now considered part of the IT infrastructure, does the proposed PACS System have to comply with FISMA, RMF and/or the Federal Energy Management Laws and Requirements?

Yes?

20. On page 2 of the SOW it says the contractor, (Reference 3.1) “must maintain existing access control systems”…and the existing access control system is Lenel OnGuard, does this mean that the contractor has to be Lenel Certified?

No, the contractor my use any suitable access control system.

21. Do we need conduit for camera cable systems?

See question 7’s answer.

22. Are you requesting 3 or 4 stand-alone internal networks?

We are requesting access control software for 3 computers that is capable of programing HID 0009P Proximity Cards.

23. Ethernet is Cat5 or Cat 6 Is this asking for the current infrastructure or what is going to be needed? All future requirements should be at least Cat 6. If asking what exists, see question 7’s answer.

24. What is the name of the current software application for configuring the camera that you have?

Milestone XProtect Smart Client

25. Are all Cameras PTZ? Do you need or want any DOME camera?

Yes, all current and new cameras are required to have PTZ capabilities. We do not need DOME cameras but are not opposed to it.

26. Please advise if this is a new contract? If not, Is there an incumbent, who are they and what is the solicitation number?

Answer: This is a new requirement.

27. Would the Government be able to provide current camera model numbers in place?

Axis Communications: Dome Cameras/PTZ Cameras. Specific model number unknown

28. Does the Government prefer camera specifics- i.e. megapixel, frame rate, and audio ability for cameras to be installed.

At least 2 MP (1080p). Audio not required

29. Will the Government provide blueprint of the facility designating cameras and access locations to awardee of contract?

The awardee will be given schematics/blueprints to accomplish PWS.

30. Is the Government able to provide head-end location of access control and NVR in each of the three buildings for upgrade?

The awardee will be given schematics/blueprints to accomplish PWS.

31. What is the door types/location for Building 203 which require access, and what is the door count for BLDG. 203 requiring card access? This information was unclear at the site visit attended.

There are 12 interior doors with card readers. All required card readers in build 203 are preexisting.