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PROPERTY OF THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT - FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

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U.S. Department of Transportation Office of Security (M-40) 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE Washington, DC 20590

U.S. Department of Transportation

Office of the Secretary (OST) Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration (M)

Office of Security (M-40)

Statement of Objectives

Department of Transportation Headquarters CCTV Modernization 2024

Location:

Department of Transportation Headquarters (DOTHQ)

1200 New Jersey Ave SE

July 9, 2024

PROPERTY OF THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT - FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

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Table of Contents:

1. Introduction

2. Scope

3. Task Objectives

4. Requirements

5. Constraints and Risks

6. Deliverables

7. Type of Order

8. Period of Performance

9. Place of Performance

10. Holidays and Administrative Leave

11. Certifications, Training and Travel

12. Government Furnished Property/Information

13. Contracting Officers Representative

14. Personnel Security Requirements

Attachments: DOT Perimeter Cameras, DOT Video Encoder Information

1. Introduction

The Office of Security develops internal security policy for all DOT modal administrations in accordance with federal laws, regulations, and Executive Orders. The Office of Security is also responsible for personnel security and physical security of the DOT headquarters buildings in the Washington metropolitan area.

2. Scope

This SOO describes the scope of work, objectives, tasks, and resources needed to successfully fulfill the Department of Transportation CCTV Modernization project to advance the organization’s physical security mission. This project will require the procurement and installation of new CCTV equipment and software. CCTV cameras will be modernized to mitigate existing hardware limitations. 13 cameras will be replaced and converted from Analog to Digital which will enhance situational awareness for the DOT guard force. IP Cameras provide a higher definition quality of video as well as introduce newer technologies to assist with the physical security mission. To maintain Security Camera System enterprise interoperability responses to this SOO must utilize Bosch Systems components. Anticipated Cabling and Electrical requirements are the responsibility of the Government.

3. Task Objectives

The overarching objectives described in the SOO are:

• Task 1: Procure Bosch CCTV Equipment and Licenses o Procure the following equipment and licenses:

Manufacturer Model # Description Qty

Bosch NPD-6001C-BT

60W IEEE 802.3BT, SINGLE PORT, 100-240 VAC INPUT,

INDOOR, TAA COMPLIANT 1

Bosch NDP-7602-Z40

AUTODOME 7100i 2MP 40X HDR ULTRA LOW-LIGHT

DAY/NIGHT INDOOR/OUTDOOR PENDANT 50/60HZ, CLEAR

BUBBLE, 802.3BT, 24VAC or 36VDC 1

Bosch NDA-7100-PIPE AUTODOME 7100i PIPE MOUNT 1

Bosch C1US Card Cage Rack + 90-264 VAC 50/60hz Power Supply 1

Bosch NDE-8512-RX

AUTODOME IP STARLIGHT 7000i HD 1080P 30X ULTRA LOW-

LIGHT DAY/NIGHT INDOOR/OUTDOOR PENDANT 50/60HZ,

CLEAR ACRYLIC BUBBLE, HIGH PoE or 24VAC 2

Bosch VG4-A-PA0

AUTODOME PENDANT ARM, 24 VAC (NO

TRANSFORMER),WHITE 2

Bosch

NDA-8000-

PIPW PENDANT INTERFACE PLATE, OUTDOOR 2

Bosch NDA-U-WMT PENDANT WALL MOUNT 2

Bosch

MBV-

XCHANPRO-FM License Camera/decoder expansion, FM (BVMS 11 & UP ONLY) 5

Bosch VG4-A-9543 AUTODOME PIPE MOUNT, WHITE 10

Bosch NDP-7512-Z30

AUTODOME IP STARLIGHT 7000i HD 1080P 30X ULTRA LOW-

LIGHT DAY/NIGHT INDOOR/OUTDOOR PENDANT 50/60HZ,

CLEAR ACRYLIC BUBBLE, HIGH PoE or 24VAC 11

Bosch VG4-A-PSU1 AUTODOME REMOTE POWER UNIT, 120 VAC (100W), NEMA, 12

Bosch VG4-SFPSCKT

ETHERNET TO SFP INTERFACE KIT FOR AUTODOME IP AND MIC

IP SERIES 12

Bosch SFP-26 100fx, 1550nm, 2km, SC, 1 Fiber, Pair with SFP-25, MSA 13

Bosch CNFE2MC 100Mbps Media Converter 13

Bosch SFP-25

SFP FIBER MODULE, MULTI-MODE, 1310/1550NM, 2KM

DISTANCE, 1SC FIBER CONNECTOR pair with SFP 26 13

Bosch C1-BP 1 Slot Blank Filler Panel For C1 Card Cage 14

• Task 2: Install 10 New NDP-7512-Z30 PTZ Cameras, install 2 New NDE-8512-RX Fixed cameras and Turnover 1 New NDP-7512-Z30 Camera equipment set to DOT Security o Disconnect cabling and remove existing PTZ Cameras and pipe mount at 12

Rooftop locations.

o Install 1 new camera pipe mount arm, 1 new remote power unit, 1 SFP Interface

Kit, 1 Media Convertor and 1 PTZ camera at 10 rooftop locations. Install 1 new pendant mount, 1 new remote power unit, 1 SFP Interface Kit, 1 Media Convertor and 1 Fixed camera at 2 rooftop locations.

o Office of Security Cabling Contractors will be onsite to perform optical cable connector replacement and cable testing/certification.

o 1 Camera Pendant Arm, 1 Remote Power Unit, 1 SFP Interface Kit, 1 Media Convertor and 1 PTZ camera designated as a spare set is to be turned over to the DOT Office of Security.

o Video for 12 previously installed cameras need to be retained for at least 30 days after decommissioning.

o Verify system integration completed by placing 12 new cameras in proper maps, recording profiles, and video storage.

o Confirm live video, PTZ control (if applicable) and recorded video present via Operator Client application.

• Task 3: Rooftop Camera Media Converter System Replacement o Disconnect 12 existing rooftop cameras at the old media converter systems located in W920 and E824.

o Office of Security Cabling Contractors will be onsite to perform optical cable connector replacement and cable testing/certification.

o Once coax and optical cabling is removed, uninstall old media converter system.

o Install New Media converter system and connect 12 rooftop camera perimeter

PTZ cameras to network via available switch ports.

• Task 4: Install 1 New NDP-7602-Z40 PTZ Camera o Disconnect cabling and remove existing PTZ Camera and pipe mount at 1 West Building P2 garage location.

o Install 1 new camera pipe mount arm, and 1 PTZ camera at 1 garage location.

o Office of Security Cabling Contractors will be onsite to perform ethernet cable connector replacement and cable testing/certification.

o Video for previously installed camera needs to be retained for at least 30 days after decommissioning.

o Verify system integration completed by placing new camera in proper maps, recording profiles, and video storage.

o Confirm live video, PTZ control and recorded video present via Operator Client application.

• Task 3: Turnover 5 MBV-XCHANPRO-FM Channel Licenses to DOT Office of Security o Provide Licensing information to Office of Security Representative

4. Requirements

• Provide all software licenses required for the proposed system.

• BVMS Video recordings require minimum of 30 days of retention for 30fps of high-definition quality.

• All IP Cameras require POE Capability.

• IP Fixed cameras require Wireless Pan Tilt Roll and Zoom (PTRZ) ability.

• Provide any system documentation required to maintain and operate the installed components.

• Test system software and hardware for full operational capability and FICAM compliance.

• Train DOT system administrators and DOT Guard Force users in use of the installed system software and hardware.

• Warranty the hardware and software installation for 3 years from the contract completion date.

• Software and systems support in analyzing, troubleshooting, testing, and making recommendations related to systems environment.

• Perform configuration, systems programming, installation, and other system administration functions as necessary.

• Software engineering support in the integration of existing baseline and non-baseline software into the systems environment.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve outages and other problems with installed system software and hardware.

• Ensure all systems are Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) compliant.

• Support DOT baseline security configurations on systems and check if all the security patches and service packs are appropriately installed on systems.

• Perform system utilization analysis and feasibility studies for system modernization project.

• Perform work during normal business hours to the maximum extent possible.

• Minimize system downtime, all system downtime will need to be scheduled in advance with a written performance plan for the tasks requiring downtime provided by the contractor.

• DOTHQ Rooftop PTZ camera work must be completed while utilizing an OSHA approved personal fall arrest system (PFAS).

5. Constraints and Risks

• Future budgets are unknown and may impact the successful continuation or completion of this statement of objectives.

• General government participation and involvement may be limited due to other competing corporate priorities.

6. Deliverables

Deliverable Frequency Medium/Format/# of Copies

Submit To

Kick Off Meeting Within 20 days of award n/a Consult COR, and CO to schedule

Project Management Plan

Within 30 days of award via email COR

Weekly Activity Report Every Friday by 4pm via email COR

Contract Closeout Meeting

At completion of contract n/a Consult COR, and CO to schedule

7. Type of Order

The Government anticipates this SOO will result in a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract.

8. Period of Performance

One Hundred Eighty (180) days from date of award.

9. Place of Performance

Department of Transportation Headquarters (DOTHQ) 1200 New Jersey Ave SE

10. Holidays and Administrative Leave

Any Contractor personnel working on Government premises shall observe the holidays listed below unless otherwise informed by the COR and/or designated Federal Task Lead:

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday Columbus Day President’s Day Veteran’s Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Juneteenth National Independence Day Christmas Day Independence Day

When any such day falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed; when any such day falls on Sunday, the following Monday is observed.

In addition to the days designated as holidays, the Government observes the following days:

Any other day designated by Federal Statute

Any other day designated by Executive Order Any other day designated by a President's Proclamation Any other Federal Emergency proclamation

Government Building Closure:

Government closures may occur during the contract performance period as a result of Executive Order, Office of Personnel Management direction or other form of Federal proclamation. These closures are often due to inclement weather, potentially hazardous conditions or other special circumstances. Closures or delays of this nature during the performance period do not entitle the Contractor to additional compensation or to an automatic period of performance extension.

In the event of a government building closure, the Government may require specific contractor staff to be on site at the facility if they are deemed essential personnel. The essential personnel and/or job functions are at the discretion of the COR who will also provide guidance on Federal oversight.

11. Certifications, Training and Travel

Contractor must be an authorized Bosch Security Representative. Contractor must have an established business with an office within the Washington DC Metro Area and at least two

(2) "fully qualified" field service engineers (FSE). Fully qualified requires the contractor having at least two FSE’s with current Bosch Video Management Systems (BVMS) Expert and Master certifications. Certifications must be active through at least the of the period of performance for this project. Each FSE will need to have at least five years’ experience integrating and programming enterprise Bosch Video Management Systems. The FSE’s must perform the work for this project. The contractor will provide written assurance to the competency of their personnel and the credentials FSE’s for this project. The Contracting Officer (CO) may authenticate employment history, training requirements, request training certificates, or credentials from the Contractor at any time for any personnel who are performing work for this project. The CO and/or Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) specifically reserves the right to reject any of the Contractor's personnel and refuse them permission to work on this project. If subcontractors are used, the CO must approve them in advance. The Contractor will submit any proposed change in subcontractor(s) to the CO for approval/disapproval.

Travel and parking are not to be included in the contract amount and are the responsibility of the contractor.

12. Government Furnished Property/Information

While working at DOTHQ, the Contractor may be provided the use of a shared or dedicated workspace for working on the contract requirements.

13. Contracting Officer’s Representative

COR 1: Rod Stephens, DOT Email: rod.stephens@dot.gov Phone: 202-366-5082

COR 2: Joseph Geraci, DOT Email: joseph.geraci@dot.gov Phone: 202-366-4602

14. Personnel Security Requirements

The systems supported under this task are Medium security. The suitability or risk level of this work has been determined to be: Medium. As such, the contractor shall pre-screen their employees to eliminate anyone who does not meet the following criteria: The prospective employees must be U.S. and Foreign Nationals.

48 CFR 1352.237-70 - Security Processing Requirements—High or Moderate Risk Contracts (APR 2010)

(a) Investigative Requirements for High and Moderate Risk Contracts. All contractor (and subcontractor) personnel proposed to be employed under a High or Moderate Risk contract shall undergo security processing by the Department's Office of Security before being eligible to work on the premises of any Department of Transportation owned, leased, or controlled facility in the United States or overseas, or to obtain access to a Department of Transportation IT system. All Department of Transportation security processing pertinent to this contract will be conducted at no cost to the contractor. The level of contract risk will determine the type and scope of such processing, as noted below.

(1) Investigative requirements for Non-IT Service Contracts are:

(i) High Risk—Background Investigation (BI).

(ii) Moderate Risk—Moderate Background Investigation (MBI).

(2) Investigative requirements for IT Service Contracts are:

(i) High Risk IT—Background Investigation (BI).

(ii) Moderate Risk IT—Background Investigation (BI).

(b) In addition to the investigations noted above, non-U.S. citizens must have a pre-appointment check that includes an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency check.

(c) Additional Requirements for Foreign Nationals (Non-U.S. Citizens). To be employed under this contract within the United States, non-U.S. citizens must have:

(1) Official legal status in the United States;

(2) Continuously resided in the United States for the last two years; and

(3) Obtained advance approval from the servicing Security Officer of the contracting operating unit in consultation with the DOT Office of Security (M40) headquarters. (M40 routinely consults with appropriate agencies regarding the use of non-U.S. citizens on contracts and can provide up-to-date information concerning this matter.)

mailto:rod.stephens@dot.gov mailto:joseph.geraci@dot.gov

(d) Security Processing Requirement. Processing requirements for High and Moderate Risk Contracts are as follows:

(1) The contractor must complete and submit the following forms to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR):

(i) Standard Form 85P (SF-85P), Questionnaire for Public Trust Positions;

(ii) FD-258, Fingerprint Chart with OPM's designation in the ORI Block; and

(iii) Credit Release Authorization.

(2) The Sponsor will ensure that these forms have been properly completed, initiate the CD-254, Contract Security Classification Specification, and forward the documents to the cognizant Security Officer.

(3) Upon completion of security processing, the Office of Security, through the servicing Security Officer and the Sponsor, will notify the contractor in writing of an individual's eligibility to be provided access to a Department of Transportation facility or Department of Transportation IT system.

(4) Security processing shall consist of limited personal background inquiries pertaining to verification of name, physical description, marital status, present and former residences, education, employment history, criminal record, personal references, medical fitness, fingerprint classification, and other pertinent information.

For non-U.S. citizens, the Sponsor must request an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency check. It is the option of the Office of Security to repeat the security processing on any contract employee at its discretion.

(e) Notification of Disqualifying Information. If the Office of Security receives disqualifying information on a contract employee, the COR will be notified. The Sponsor, in coordination with the Contracting Officer, will immediately remove the contract employee from duties requiring access to Departmental facilities or IT systems. Contract employees may be barred from working on the premises of a facility for any of the following:

(1) Conviction of a felony crime of violence or of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude;

(2) Falsification of information entered on security screening forms or on other documents submitted to the Department;

(3) Improper conduct once performing on the contract, including criminal, infamous, dishonest, immoral, or notoriously disgraceful conduct or other conduct prejudicial to the Government, regardless of whether the conduct was directly related to the contract;

(4) Any behavior judged to pose a potential threat to Departmental information systems, personnel, property, or other assets.

(f) Failure to comply with security processing requirements may result in termination of the contract or removal of contract employees from Department of Transportation facilities or denial of access to IT systems.

(g) Access to National Security Information. Compliance with these requirements shall not be construed as providing a contract employee clearance to have access to national security information.

(h) The contractor shall include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph, in all subcontracts.