W15QKN-20-R-5058 Questions and Answers Amendment 0001.pdf

Ft. Meade, MD USARC Access Control Point Gate

Q1: As per Site Survey, it was noticed that existing Access Control was Galaxy and Veridt Biometric Readers inclusive of Guest Pass Solution. Will Contractor/Subcontractor be required to be certified in both Galaxy and Veridt?

A1: There is nothing in the SOW that requires that.

Q2: Will proof of certifications be required at the time of bid?

A2: There is nothing in the SOW that requires that.

Q3: Are speed bumps to remain or be removed?

A3: Remain

Q4: Can the existing conduit for CAC reader be used?

A4: Yes, as long as the existing conduit can provide the access needed and falls within industry standards for usage.

Q5: Could you please confirm existing CAC system currently installed and being used at the facility?

A5: The current system is a Galaxy Access control system

Q6: Is there a specific contractor to be used for installation of the new CAC system who maintains current system?

A6: The contractor we use to maintain the current system is LoCurrent.

Q7: Section 11.5 Installations included in the SOW provides lengths and dimensions associated with new work. Please confirm the quantities identified in the SOW are to be used for this bid.

A7: I cannot instruct the contractor on what they should use to bid. Any quantities listed are approximates.

Q8: Will there be a laydown area provided for temporary facilities and to store materials and equipment?

A8: Yes, location to be determined at Pre – Construction meeting

Q9: Are there underground plans showing utilities?

A9: No, the contractor is responsible for underground utility location service prior to any digging. See para. 11.2.1

Q10: Are there Architectural and Electrical drawings for Building 1252?

A10: NO

Q11: For the road extension, is striping required? If so, is the required product thermoplastic?

A11: NO

Q12: For installing 2in conduit underground to building 1252, are we responsible to re-seed?

A12: YES

Q13: Is the SPEC for the sliding gates the same for the fence?

A13: YES

Q14: What are the requirements for footers? (Fence posts, Bollards, etc.)

A14: See SOW para 11.2.1. UFGS for fencing and concrete footings

Q15: Are you able to provide the contact information on the company that provides support for the existing Access Control.

A15: LOCURRENT (845) 806-6518

Q16: Which Brand, Model and Version of Reader are you presently utilizing?

A16: Veridt – Model 900W2030

Q17: Which Brand, Model and Version of Intercom are you presently utilizing?

A17: No current intercom exists for access control.

Q18: Are you able to provide the “concept of operation” for the automatic gates tied to the access control and intercom systems?

A18: CAC accessible reader for incoming traffic. Sensor control for gate for outbound traffic.

Intercom communications inbound for those without CAC and the capability to open the gate from that remote location.

Q19: Can the existing conduit inside of the building be utilized for the communications wiring to the comms room?

A19: Yes, as long as the existing conduit can provide the access needed and falls within industry standards for usage.

Q20: Are two 12 foot lanes (24 ft) and a two foot island sufficient? Total width of 26 foot.

A20: SOW para. 11.4.1. Indicates that with the widening of the drive to 32 total feet will provide for 2 each 15 foot lanes and a 2 foot island.