Responses to set of questions.docx
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This document consists of responses to questions submitted by industry as a result of a Request for Information (RFI) for Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. The primary objective of the RFID implementation project is to enhance inventory management and biosecurity surveillance of Biological Select Agents and Toxins (BSAT) by improving accuracy, efficiency, and real-time traceability.
The responses provide details on the physical storage of the biological specimens (cryovials stored in cartons or boxes), confirm that no site map will be provided, and state that all monitoring equipment must be installed on-site as data will be scanned and uploaded to the agency's existing database. The responses also indicate that while the agency has API capabilities, the current focus is on on-site data capture with no specific additional system integrations planned. Finally, the document outlines the process for requesting a limited site tour for submitting companies, which is subject to certain access requirements.
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Responses to Questions submitted from industry as a result of RFI for RFID:
Question:
1. Can we get additional information on the physical storage of the biologics? Are these in vials, jars, and similar containers? Are they packaged into cartons? It is important to understand the physical medium that you intend to track so that we can ensure perfect alignment of the deployment approach.
Response:
Biological specimens are stored in cryovials at -80 degrees Celsius, each approximately 0.25-1.5 inches in size. These vials are then organized into cartons or plastic boxes, with each box accommodating up to 81 vials.
Question:
2. On a similar note, do you have any visual aids, photos, or site maps that you are able to share? A thorough understanding of the material types as well as the flow of materials through these facilities will be essential to developing and implementing an effective monitoring and alerting system.
| Response: |
| A site map will not be provided. |
Question:
3. Are there any architectural restrictions on the solution design? Examples of this include whether the services can be hosted in a secure GovCloud environment or whether all equipment needs to live on-site.
Response:
All data will be scanned and transmitted to an on-site computer before being uploaded to our main database. Thus, the monitoring equipment needs to be installed on-site.
Question:
4. While we have a full API and have and can develop custom connectivity solutions to bring RFID traceability data into other systems, we would like to know what other systems you are seeking to integrate the RFID data into. This will help us understand if our out of the box set of API connectivity options will suffice or whether custom development will be required
Response:
Our focus is primarily on on-site data capture and upload to our existing database, with no specific additional systems integration planned at this stage.
Question:
5. Should an RFP be issued by the Government will a site tour of laboratories be scheduled for submitting companies?
Response:
Preliminary testing can be accomplished off-site. A limited site tour (Escorted Visitor General Access) can be requested and coordinated with the USAMRIID Responsible Official pending personnel meet all Fort Detrick and building access requirements to include, must be a US Citizen, no photography, no cell phones, and vetting through the National Crime Information Center Interstate Identification Index (NCIC III).
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