A23 Attachment 3 RFQ QA Amend 0002.pdf

Questions Answers NOTES

I do not see any floor plans or data networking diagrams in the attachments.

Are floor plans available?

Floor plans are available See 1.12 Exhibit

Is this a brand-new install that requires new data cabling to be installed in addition to equipment?

If so, what are the minimum cabling specs? i.e., CAT5, CAT6 or CAT6A?

The building previously had full wireless coverage; however, depending on make and model of wireless access points used, some additional cabling may be necessary. See 1.2.1

3 Will this WIFI network connect to existing switches and firewalls?

If not do we have to provide the switching and firewall? There are no existing switches or firewall.

They will need to be provided by the vendor. See 1.2.1

4 Can the government please provide the maps/floor plans to show exact coverage areas desired? Floor plans are available See 1.12 Exhibit 1

Can the government confirm if there is available fiber between the TSC and the main demarc where the Internet is provided to the base?

There is fiber providing Internet to the building

Can the government provide the name and contract number for the Incumbent or is this a new requirement?

New requirement

Can the government provide the full address to include bldg# where Internet Services are provided to the base?

8414 McGuire Ave, Anchorage, AK 99506. Located on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, marked as building 8414.

8 Can the government confirm if the contractor will be allowed to perform a site visit? On-site visit after the award is permitted. See updated 1.11

SOW states POP 5 days after award. Would the government consider extending this to 60 days.

This will allow the contractor to provision the Internet circuit and install the access points.

Government is willing to extend delivery deadline to 30 days after award. See Section 1.6

Coordinated implementation of the wireless network, firewall, zero-trust compliance (in accordance with Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), SD-WAN, ensure maximum coverage throughout the building. Is this strictly and internet service or this connecting to a unclassified DOD official network such as NIPRNet?

This is for standalone commercial Internet service, not connecting to NIPR.

The contractor shall deliver/provide the services in this Statement of Work within 5 days after award. Is it the expectation that cabling will be completed and all devices installed within 5 days -or- is it that the order process will commence within 5 days of a signed contract? The typical process is survey, order supplies, cable, install, operate

Government can give up to 30 days for delivery. See Section 1.6

12 What is the anticipated user count?

Anticipated daily user count 60-70; with the user count potentially expanding by up to 250 additional users during special events See 1.2.1

13 Can you specify the wall construction material? (Metal/Concrete/dry wall) Mix of concrete and drywall 14 Is the building single-storied or multi-storied? Single story

15 Is there a requirement for an after-hours call center?

No after-hours call center needed, but need an alert method/system in case an outage is detected through 24/7 monitoring. See 1.4.10 (Troubleshooting)

16 Is existing cabling available for use, or is a complete rewiring necessary?

The building previously had full wireless coverage; however, depending on make and model of wireless access points used, some additional cabling may be necessary. See 1.2.1

Is it an error for the contractor to commit to delivering the services outlined in this Statement of Work within 5 days of being awarded?

Considering the scale of this project, we assert that a minimum of 30 days is essential for project planning, internet sourcing, equipment sourcing, and installation. Is there flexibility in the project's completion deadline? How many floors does this building have?

Government can give up to 30 days for delivery. See Section 1.6

18 Does this project already have funding? Yes

Is this a new contract or is there currently an incumbent, if so, could the government please provide the name of the vendor and contract number? New requirement

20 Is there a requirement for TAA compliant equipment? Yes 21 Is the requirement for shared business class or Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) connectivity? Not part of this requirement. There is already a contract in place for DIA at the building.

22 Will there be a requirement for an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)? Yes, UPS is required to maintain the equipment provided as part of this requirement. See 1.3 23 Can the government confirm if there is fiber connecting from internet DEMARC to building 8414? There is fiber providing Internet to the building 24 Is there a specific brand of network hardware that is preferred? No 25 Is there existing rack space available, or will a rack need to be acquired to accommodate the equipment? There is existing rack space See 1.2.1

Is there a cabling requirement, e.g. CAT6, plenum etc.

The building previously had full wireless coverage; however, depending on make and model of wireless access points used, some additional cabling may be necessary. See 1.2.1

What is the total number of users that the Wi-Fi system will serve? Is there a requirement for bandwidth limiting on a per-user basis?

Anticipated daily user count 60-70; with the user count potentially expanding by up to 250 additional users during special events. No requirement for per-user bandwidth limiting. See 1.2.1

28 Are all buildings and inner walls concrete, metal, or drywall? If not, can you specify? Mix of concrete and drywall 29 Does the building have a drop ceiling? If not, could you please provide information about the ceiling structure? Drop ceiling throughout most of the building See 1.2.1

Will there be a requirement to install conduit in any of the buildings? If so, can you decide the amount that would be needed? No requirement to install conduit.

31 Is there 1-2” vertical paths between IDFs (switch to switch between floors)? Not applicable. Single story building 32 What type of devices will connect to the new system? Are there any legacy devices that do not support WPA2 or WPA3? Mainly laptops, no legacy devices that do not support WPA2, potentially some devices that do not support WPA3 33 Will a warehouse storage and a laydown area be available on base? Building has some storage and laydown areas

Attaching to walls? Is conduit required? What are authorized methods of attaching/securing cable?

Does the cable color need to match the wall color? There are existing cables, not attaching cables to walls, no conduit required. See 1.2.1

35 Will a captive portal be necessary as part of the requirements? No.

36 Is there a requirement for security measures to be implemented for this deployment? Please clarify what security requirements you are referring to.

37 Does the government require the ability to restrict access to the wireless network for specific users or devices? Virtually separate networks for internal and guest users See 1.4.4 38 Does the government desire or require a cloud managed service for the solution? Not applicable.

How many users will the Wi-Fi system service, Is there a need for bandwidth limiting?

Anticipated daily user count 60-70; with the user count potentially expanding by up to 250 additional users during special events. No requirement for per-user bandwidth limiting. See 1.2.1

Are there existing power circuits available for utilization? If yes, what is the amperage (AMP)?

Are there available power supply units (PSUs)? Power circuits are available for utilization (120v shorepower outlets already installed) See 1.2.1

41 Are there any building diagrams that show the desired coverage areas, data closets, etc. Floor plans are available See 1.12 Exhibit 1

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

SOLICITATION NO. HQ003423R0058

Is the Contractor required to provide any formal or informal training to the Government on the new hardware/software solution?

No.

What is the estimated number of devices that will be connecting to the access points?

Anticipated daily user count 60-70; with the user count potentially expanding by up to 250 additional users during special events See 1.2.1