Dorm Cameras Q_A List.xlsx
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- FA500424Q0036
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This document contains a Question and Answer sheet related to Solicitation FA5004-24-Q-0036 for the installation of a new security camera system at Clear Space Force Station in Alaska. The requirement is to furnish and install Network Video Recorder (NVR) systems with 44 cameras total across 5 buildings (202, 203, 204, 209, and 210). The cameras must be a minimum of 4 megapixels and provide facial recognition capability. The system requires 30-day continuous recording storage and backup power. The solicitation has a 90-day period of performance. The Q&A addresses details such as camera types, cabling, power requirements, building layouts, and whether a centralized system is permitted. The submission date for the solicitation was extended from August 27 to August 30, 2024.
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| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Solicitation Amendment - FA500424Q0036.pdf | ||
| Solicitation Amendment FA500424Q00360001 SF 30.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 - PWS 27 Aug 24 V3.pdf | ||
| Blank CSFS VAR.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Attachment 3 Building Floor Plans.pdf | ||
| Attachment 2 - SCA Wage Determination.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1 - PWS 9 Aug 2024.pdf | ||
| Solicitation - FA500424Q0036.pdf |
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Sheet1
| Solicitation# | FA5004-24-Q-0036 | ||||||
| Project Name: | Clear Dorm Cameras | ||||||
| Date: | 26-Aug-24 | ||||||
| ITEM # | Reference Document | Questions | Reference Document | Assigned | Government Response | Response Date | |
| EXAMPLE | Statement of Work (SOW) | EX: | |||||
| 1 | Solicitation | What is the existing system and camera type make and model? | SWS | Currently no system in place. This will be a brand-new system. | 8/21/24 10:27 | ||
| 2 | Solicitation | Is there a preferred manufacturer for the new system? | SWS | No manufacturer preference, only performance preference IAW the PWS. | 8/21/24 10:27 | ||
| 3 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | What is the breakdown of number of cameras per location? |
A. What kind of cameras are we spec'ing out? Dome, PTZ, etc B. Indoor or Outdoor?
C. If outdoor, wall or pole mount? SWS A.PTZ and/or Dome, 360 degree in the center of Bldg 202, 203, 204 to capture as much of the hallway as possible.
B. All cameras will be indoors.
| C. Addressed in B. | 8/21/24 10:27 | ||||||
| 4 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Is the dorm ceilings a drop ceiling for installer ease of access? | SWS | Dorm facilities are drop ceiling (202, 203, 204, and 210), | ||||
| MWR facility has both hard and drop ceilings. | 8/21/24 10:27 | ||||||
| 5 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | The PWS states, "1.2.3 NVR's will have the capability to record and store data collected on 44 cameras" Does that mean that the SFS wishes for each NVRs in one of the buildings to have the ability to record all 44 cameras from 5 locations? | SWS | Each facility (Bldg) should be its own system, 5 stand-alone systems, each system only needing to control the cameras for that facility (Bldg). There is a total of 44 cameras. These systems do not need to be tied to one another. | 8/21/24 10:27 | |||
| 6 | Solicitation | Will this be on a subscription service? | SWS | No, CCTV with a 30 day Storage | 8/23/24 10:25 | ||
| 7 | Solicitation | Is there Fiber running between Buildings? | SWS | Yes, fiber runs between each facility and throughtout the installation. | 8/23/24 10:25 | ||
| 8 | Solicitation | Is there WiFi? | SWS | Yes | 8/23/24 10:25 | ||
| 9 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Do the Cameras need to be connected to the same system? | SWS | Yes, each facility needs to be a stand-alone system, however. | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 10 | Solicitation | Will a backup power system be required? | SWS | Yes, it will need to last until the generator turns on. (2 minutes) | 8/23/24 10:25 | ||
| 11 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Do you want Raceway installed for wiring? | SWS | No, if possible utilize openings between floors in each facility where possible. | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 12 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Do contractors need to provide switches? | SWS | Is not anticipated. | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 13 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Is there outlets located in 210? | SWS | Yes | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 14 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | What is the Period of Performance? | SWS | 90 days ARO | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 15 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Is a FIPS enabled server required? | SWS | We do not see a need for a server. We have a small camera system setup in our gym on site with the NVR being connected directly to a computer monitor. If thios standar needs to be adhered to for camera feed transmissions, then cameras need to be purchased to meet the industry standard. | 8/21/24 14:51 | |||
| 16 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Is cable management of the networking cabling a requirement to meet fire code standards? | SWS | Not foreseen at this time, however pending options from questions below could change this requirement. Meaning if there is a centralized location instead of each facility being on a separate network of cameras, there should be some kind of cable management needed. | 8/21/24 14:51 | |||
| 17 | Solicitation | Would the Government consider performacne objective to be restated for the recording to be record on motion vs 90 days continuous storage? Would 30 days storage with record on motion be acceptable? | SWS | PWS updated to reflect 30-day storage but continuous reccording IAW PWS. | 8/21/24 14:51 | ||
| 18 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Is the Government open to a centralized storage location for cost savings and for future expansion? | SWS | Future growth is not needed at this time. | 8/21/24 14:51 | |||
| 19 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Would the Government consider connecting all the dormitories together having a head end at one location enterprising all of the other locations to save the Government on costs? | SWS | The current PWS does not account for this so will not be supported. | 8/21/24 14:51 | |||
| 20 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Is there a specific megapixel requirement for each of the cameras? | SWS | 4 Megapixel min, or a resolution that will provide enough detail to perform facial recognition, per PWS. | 8/21/24 14:51 | |||
| 21 | Solicitation | The site SAM.gov and the Plans Room have posted a submission date of Aug 30, 2024. The "Solicitation +-+FA500424Q0036" attachment provided the SF1449, and in Title Block 8 indicates the submission due is Aug 27, 2024. Which is the correct submission date? | CONS | Solicitation close date was extended. | 8/23/24 10:25 | ||
| 22 | Solicitation | The RFQ provided no direction regarding date and time for question submission. Can I forward a few questions today? | CONS | Question Deadline was set for 22 Aug, 2024 | 8/23/24 10:25 | ||
| 23 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Are the affected corridors in all dorms acoustical ceilings? | SWS | Yes, all areas are drop ceilings with acoustical tile. 209 has a mix of both hard ceiling and acoustical tiling. | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 24 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | According to section, 1.3.4 Conduit will be used to house cabling running from the NVR system to the cameras where applicable to minimize exposure to weather elements or tampering. Is it intended that all cabling pathways are to be in conduits when routed above acoustical ceilings? | SWS | No, conduit will not be needed above acoustical ceiling. | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 25 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Are conduit pathways required to be concealed? Or is surface mounting allowed when required? | SWS | Surface mount is allowed when required. | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 26 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Storage room 210 not shown, where is it located? | SWS | In rooms 110/104, whichever is easier. | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 27 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | 202, 203, and 204, are they identical regarding floor layout, as depicted in 204? | SWS | That is correct | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 28 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | Bldg. 209 basement, where the bowling alley is located, are any cameras required in this area? | SWS | Yes, drawing was provided to CONS showing location of 1 camerain the basement. | 8/23/24 10:25 | |||
| 29 | Performance Work Statement | ||||||
| PWS | There is a concourse between 210 to 209, are cameras required? | SWS | No cameras in this area. | 8/23/24 10:25 |
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