Attachment 8 - Questions and Answers.pdf

Attachment 6, Questions & Answers

Building 333 Surveillance System

FA461326Q1001

Site Visit Questions and Answers (Q&A)

Installation and Physical Infrastructure

Question Answer

Can drilling be done into the bricks or does it have to be in the mortar? What other areas can be drilled into or other preferred methods?

No drilling will be done into the bricks, only the mortar.

Are there any dedicated pathways?

There are no dedicated pathways currently.

What are the acceptable methods of hanging cables?

“J” hooks or Arlington plastic hangers.

Can you please confirm if it is a finished ceiling or a drop ceiling and the access available for running wires.

Yes, It was shown at the walk through.

Is the contractor permitted to reuse existing conduits that currently house legacy RG 59 cabling?

Additionally, does the Government require EMT conduit for all new cable runs, or are plenum-rated J hooks acceptable for new cabling installed in

Yes, current conduit and camera cable paths can be used. Plenum cables are required. J hooks are acceptable along with Arlington hangers.

concealed ceiling spaces?

Is the ceiling space considered Plenum?

What is the existing ceiling type ( hard Deck or drop ceiling)

Inside is drop ceiling with some hard deck in places.

Inside is drop ceiling with some hard deck in places.

Yes, but there may be bulkheads in the space as well.

Camera and System Hardware

Are all existing cameras being replaced?

All existing cameras are to be removed and replaced with new cameras.

Will the exterior/interior cameras require pattern of life, object recognition, or tracking on the exterior?

Only Exterior cameras require object recognition and tracking.

Do the cameras have to be 4K resolution?

Per Appendix B of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) dated 10 December 2025, camera system requirements are High Resolution 4K 8MP/12MP Cameras that can capture footage at a minimum resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels.

Are the cameras outputting to a local monitor? If so, what is the proposed monitor location?

There will be one monitor that is currently located in room 130 and a second one in room 126.

Is any government-furnished property being provided to help facilitate the installation? (e.g.

Televisions, Ethernet)

TVs in rooms 130 and 126.

Can a panoramic camera replace the pan-tilt-zoom cameras?

Yes.

We are to replace the existing cameras and wiring with new cameras and wiring. Should total cameras be 21?

Yes, you will be removing/replacing exiting cameras, camera total could be more or less depending on the type of cameras installed.

Is there a preference for dome or bullet cameras?

Typically we would specify dome cameras for interior ceilings and bullet cameras for exterior but can also use dome cameras on arms if that is preferred.

As your preference. They must meet the outdoor standards.

Of the existing cameras referenced in Attachment 5 . How many are fixed (Interior/ Exterior) and how many are PTZ (Interior/ Exterior)

Currently they are all fixed cameras.

What is the expected motion% and FPS rate

20-30 FPS will be used on outside cameras to allow for smoother video. 15 FPS can be used on interior cameras.

on the cameras for motion and non-motion

Appendix B calls for a “mix of fixed and PTZ cameras.” May the contractor propose multi-directional / multi-sensor cameras (4–5 lenses) as an acceptable alternative to mechanical PTZ cameras for achieving 360-degree area coverage?

Yes. We understood the possibility of newer technology. You can update the camera. As stated in the note in the PWS: The number of cameras and types of cameras are subject to change during the site visit. The number and type of cameras will be agreed/approved prior to award.

Is there any requirement for analytics in the system? If so, would AI-driven analytics be acceptable?

Yes.

The camera count as it was mentioned this may change based on the site walk. Currently, there are 4 PTZ cameras and 17 stationary cameras required, which includes replacing and removing the existing cameras.

Yes, a camera was added after the walk through and total count on the new diagram is (22). One camera was added inside of the main entry door.

System, Network, and Equipment Location

Question Answer

Is the rack in room 130 to be removed? Where will the rack for equipment be located?

Yes. Once disconnected, the government will dispose of the rack and equipment.

How many units will be provided or available for camera system equipment?

We have available space for up to 17.5 inches. (10 RU).

Are all cameras ending at the same location?

Yes.

What is the make of the switches?

Any type as this will be a standalone system and not connected to the existing network.

Are there any available ports? If so, how many?

This will be a standalone system, with no ports available.

Where are we getting ethernet?

This will be a stand alone system and not connected to a network.

Is a rack needed? I understand it is a new equipment location. If so, should this be wall mounted or floor standing.

No, Rack space will be provided by the government.

Appendix B states that the system should be compatible with the BDOC ( Wise Net

The system may be connected to BDOC if required due to future security requirements. The newly installed system will be stand alone with the capability to connect via a closed network in the future.

Wave)Which is not on the current CMD list for the Airforce) then further in the paragraph it states this will be a standalone system.

Please advise on this direction.

System should connect from camera location to/from control center without utilizing AFNet.

Is a rack-mount Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) required for the video surveillance headend equipment? If so, please specify the minimum required battery runtime at full system load (e.g., 30 minutes).

UPS is not required.

Should the contractor assume that existing rack space will be provided in Room 130 for the Network Video Recorder (NVR) and PoE switches, or is the contractor required to furnish and install a new, dedicated, tamper-resistant equipment enclosure?

Enclosure will be provided. The Rack in room 130 will be removed and the new install will go into room 141 as shown on the updated diagram.

Would a component rack be required for install or is not needed?

We will provide a standard rack for installation.

Video Management, Storage, and Compliance

Question Answer

Do the cameras need to be WiseNet compatible?

Yes, in the event that future use is required.

Storage is mentioned as 30 days but further down it mentions 180 days. Does the 180 days refer only to the requested capability, or should a NAS drive capable of 180 days also be specified?

30 Days with the possibility of 180 days as a possible upgrade later.

Does all equipment, including surge protection, UPS, switches, etc. need to be TAA and NDAA compliant as well?

Yes.

Please confirm that an existing Wisenet Wave VMS environment is already deployed and that this project is intended to integrate into that system rather than provide a new VMS. If so, are sufficient Wisenet Wave licenses already available for the proposed camera count?

Wisenet Wave VMS has been deployed. This is for future integration into BDOC.

Section 2.2.3 specifies a 30 day video retention requirement, while Appendix B indicates a 180 day retention period. Please clarify the mandatory video

30 day current with the possibility of adding additional storage at a later date.

storage retention period for the 32 camera design capacity.

Does the video surveillance system require a formal Risk Management Framework (RMF) Authorization to Operate (ATO), or should the contractor assume that system hardening in accordance with current DISA STIG requirements is sufficient for this standalone installation?

Per the note in the PWS: This will be a standalone system. It will not be place on the AF network and will not require an Authority to Operate.

For compliance with FIPS 201 / CAC authentication requirements, should the contractor assume that the Government will provide a network connection to the Base Active Directory for user authentication? If so this will not be a Closed restricted Network. Appendix B states that the system will be a standalone. Please advise on this direction.

This will be a closed restricted network. No active connection.

CAC authentication is used to allow access to the system by authorized personnel. This is to prevent password issues/sharing and to ensure only authorized personnel operate the recording system.

30 days or 180 days of storage?

30 days with the possibility of adding 180 if needed at a later date.

2.2.2 Video Storage lists a

recording depth of thirty (30) calendar days while Appendix B states a 180 Day Video Retention. Please clarify how many days of video retention

30 days with the possibility of adding 180 if needed at a later date.

you would like the system to maintain.

Project Management and Logistics

What is the required date of completion (Complete no-later-than date)?

Per CLIN 0001 of the solicitation, FA461326Q1001, Building 333 Network Surveillance Cameras, installation is “Required Within: 180 days.”

Are licensed products acceptable?

Yes.

The current CMD is dated April of 2024, Some of the approved items have been obsoleted and or end of life. Are all cameras proposed to be on the 2024 April CMD List?

Per the note in the PWS: “The number of cameras and types of cameras are subject to change during the site visit. The number and type of cameras will be agreed/approved prior to award.”

What is the requirement for Sustainment and Service of Camera System? (Monthly, Quarterly, Semi annually, Annually) Maintenance visits?

Semi-annual. Need to follow manufacture’s standard maintenance procedures and schedules.

How will out of warranty repairs or upgrades be paid for?

Those will be handled by the government after the warranty expires for the piece of equipment that is needing replacement/repair or upgrade.