Attachment 9 - Questions and Answers 3.pdf

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PKB Confinement Camera System (Commodity) Federal contract opportunity
Solicitation number
FA461325Q1019
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Department of the Air Force Global Strike Command

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This document is an Attachment 9 - Questions and Answers for Solicitation Number FA461325Q1019 for a PKB Confinement Camera System at F.E. Warren Air Force Base. The Q&A addresses technical details about the camera system installation, including confirmation that the project will require re-wiring cables, replacement of ceiling tiles by the facility manager, and clarification about server redundancy requirements.

Key questions addressed include the need for new wiring during camera replacement, inventory quantity accuracy, camera location mapping (to be provided post-award), and technical specifications like full system redundancy. The document also clarifies that the contractor is responsible for providing all necessary licenses, the system does not need to be on the Air Force Approved Products List, but must comply with TIA standards and meet Trade Agreements Act, Buy American Act, and National Defense Authorization Act requirements. The solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside with a NAICS code of 561621 and a small business size standard of $25M.

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Attachment 9 – Questions and Answers 3

FA461325Q1019

Solicitation Number: FA461325Q1019

Purchase Description: PKB Confinement Camera System (Commodity)

Question: Would this require re-wiring cables?

Answer: Yes. To ensure compliance with the specifications outlined in the Performance Work Statement (PWS), the replacement of cameras will require new wiring. This will enable proper integration and functionality of the updated system.

Question: Are the quantities listed in A.2 Inventory List of Attachment 2, Performance Work Statement quantities accurate?

Answer: Please refer to Attachment 8 – Revised Performance Work Statement for the most current and detailed information.

Question: Can a map of the confinement cell and proposed camera locations be provided?

Answer: A detailed map of the confinement cell and camera locations will be provided to the selected contractor after contract award to maintain operational security.

Question: Will the Government provide replacement ceiling tiles?

Answer: Yes. The facility manager of Building 34 will provide replacement tiles as needed to restore ceiling access points following camera installation.

Question: What does “Full Redundancy” mean, and how does it relate to Section 4.4 of the PWS regarding “Redundant Servers that Provide Automatic Failover”?

Answer: Full redundancy refers to having backup components, such as servers or storage, that automatically take over in the event of a primary system failure. Section 4.4 requires redundant servers with automatic failover capability to ensure uninterrupted video recording and system operation. This is critical for maintaining 24/7 surveillance and data integrity.

Question: In this context, could you please explain what Full Redundancy entails and how it relates to Section 4.4, “Redundant Servers that Provide Automatic Failover?”

Attachment 9 – Questions and Answers 3

FA461325Q1019

Answer: Full redundancy means having backup components that automatically take over if the primary fails, and Section 4.4 requires redundant servers with automatic failover to ensure continuous camera system operation in case of server failure. This is crucial for maintaining security and continuous monitoring.

Question: Does the new video system need to be listed on the Air Force Approved Products List?

Answer: No. However, all equipment must comply with current Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) standards for installation and testing, and must meet all applicable Trade Agreements Act (TAA), Buy American Act (BAA), and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) requirements as stated in Attachment 8 – Revised Performance Work Statement.

Question: Are there 17 licenses currently available on the WiseNet server?

Answer: No. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary licenses to meet the configuration and functionality requirements of the Confinement Camera System as outlined in the Performance Work Statement.

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