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This document is a set of Questions and Answers related to Solicitation W9124G-24-R-0006 110AB VSS, a non-personnel services contract to provide the upgrade and installation of the Video Surveillance System (VSS) for the 110th Aviation Brigade Barracks Complex at Fort Novosel, Alabama. The contract includes one base year for the installation and maintenance of the system, with four option years for continued maintenance. The solicitation requires the contractor to utilize certified, qualified technicians to provide, install, and test the VSS, which will include new cameras and a new standalone Network Video Recording (NVR) system. Key details include site visit information, incumbent contractor, and requirements for camera specifications, recording duration, and network configuration. The questions and answers also address facility details such as building layouts, power stability, and cable infrastructure requirements.
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| W9124G-24-R-0006 0004.pdf | ||
| Attachment 6 - General Questions and Answers Part Two_W9124G-24-R-0006.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| W9124G-24-R-0006 0003.pdf | ||
| Attachment 4 - Camera and Buildings Layout.pptx | PPTX presentation | |
| W9124G-24-R-0006 0002.pdf | ||
| W9124G-24-R-0006 0001.pdf | ||
| Attachment 3 - Pricing Schedule.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Attachment 2 - Past Performance Questionnaire.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 1 - Statement of Work.pdf | ||
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W9124G-24-R-0006 110AB VSS
| Question Number | Question | Answer |
| 1 |
Will there be a site visit for W9124G-24-R-0006 110AB VSS solicitation? If so, when will that happen?
The site visit information was announced with Amendment 0001, posted on 21 May 2024. Site Visit: Wednesday May 29, 2024, from 0900 to 1100 CST at Building 8360 Third Avenue, Fort Novosel, Alabama 36362.
We would like to know if this is a brand new contract OR if there is (was) an incumbent performing these services. If not brand new, could you please provide the current / previous contract number?
There is not a current contract in place for the maintenance of the 110th VSS, the extension ended 30 Jan 24. The most recent previous contract was W9124G-18-P-0120 with ADS Security, LLC.
3 Could you please provide the incumbent and award number for the following solicitation( W9124G-24-R-0006 110AB VSS) if applicable.
The most recent previous contract was W9124G-18-P-0120 with ADS Security, LLC.
Are floor plans available for the buildings?
| Please refer to DPW; the resuest for the drawings were submitted to DPW but are pending with them as of 30 May 2024. |
| 5 |
Are the ceilings drop ceilings or hard deck ceilings?
| There are drop ceilings in the laundry room, please refer to DPW for additional access points in kitchen areas. |
| 6 |
Are the new cameras replacing cameras at the exact same locations?
| At some locations, other locations will be new. |
| 7 |
Is there existing network cable that can be reused?
| At some locations, other locations will be new. |
| 8 |
Is each system a stand-alone system, or we these be networked?
| Standalone systems are required |
| 9 |
Building 8360 has only 2 cameras but a 24-port network switch.
a. Is that accurate?
b. Or was it supposed to be a 4-port switch?
| Bldg 8360 connects B8362/8363 and B8364/8365 |
| 10 |
Standard recording options include frame rate and motion vs full-time recording
a. Will the cameras be set at 15 fps or 30 fps?
b. Will the cameras be set to motion or full-time recording?
a. 30 fps
b. motion
| 11 | Are any of the listed cameras going to be installed on building exteriors? |
| Exterior and interior cameras are dependent on coverage area requirements. | |
| 12 |
Is there a site visit planned?
The site visit information was announced with Amendment 0001, posted on 21 May 2024. Site Visit: Wednesday May 29, 2024, from 0900 to 1100 CST at Building 8360 Third Avenue, Fort Novosel, Alabama 36362.
Is it a rip and replace or put in the new then tear out the old.
| No requirement to install new first then remove old system |
| 14 |
Are the cameras existing, or do you want new ones? Does it have to be Hanwah, or can it be an equivalent brand such as Axis, Cannon, or Dynacolor.
| New cameras are required. Not brand-specific, equivalent systems acceptable |
| 15 |
Is there a requirement for storage? 15days, 30 days, worth before its purged?
| 60 days minimum; 90-120 preferred |
| 16 |
When does the government anticipate holding a site visit for this opportunity?
The site visit information was announced with Amendment 0001, posted on 21 May 2024. Site Visit: Wednesday May 29, 2024, from 0900 to 1100 CST at Building 8360 Third Avenue, Fort Novosel, Alabama 36362.
Can you tell me if our company needs to be DBE certified in order to bid this project.
| Not sure what DBE certified means |
| 18 |
How old is the facility?
| Please refer to DPW |
| 19 |
How much square footage is in the facility?
| Please refer to DPW |
| 20 |
How stable is the power?
| Please refer to DPW, area prone to power surges. |
| 21 |
Is there a dropped ceiling in all areas of installation?
| There are drop ceilings in the laundry room, please refer to DPW for additional access points in kitchen areas. |
| 22 |
What type of walls are in the perimeter areas?
| Please refer to DPW |
| 23 |
What type of walls is inside the offices?
| Please refer to DPW |
| 24 |
Do we need to drill between the walls, to run our cable infrastructure?
| Please refer to DPW |
| 25 |
Do we need to use conduit? If yes, what do you estimate the total conduit footage will be?
| Please refer to DPW |
| 26 |
Is the existing Command Control (SOC) well ventilated?
| Yes, Please refer to DPW for further guidance |
| 27 |
Are you planning to use the existing Command Control (SOC) for the new CCTV System?
| No. There will be a new SOC for the new CCTV System |
| 28 |
Is there a plan new for a new command control system? If yes, how far apart will the new Command Control be from the old command control system?
| No. There will be a new SOC for the new CCTV System |
| 29 |
Is there a special room with HVAC allocated for the new Servers?
| No. |
| 30 |
How many cameras are to be installed in a hanger?
| There is no hangar in this requirement |
| 31 |
How many cameras are to be installed on a roof, and how high is it?
| Currently, four cameras are installed on a roof, and additional cameras are expected to meet coverage needs. Please refer to DPW for the blueprint and height.. |
| 32 |
How many cameras will be installed outside the building?
| Depending on coverage capacity, past estimates included an average of 22 exterior cameras to meet coverage needs. |
| 33 |
Do you need 360-degree view in some areas? If so can you specify what areas?
| The 360-degree view is not mandatory; quality and coverage areas are the priority. |
| 34 |
Do you need Pan/Tilt/Zoom for some areas?
| No pan/tilt/zoom |
| 35 |
Is there a parking area to be viewed by any camera? If yes, please specify what type of camera?
| No |
| 36 |
Is there a requirement to install some cameras on poles? If yes, is there an existing connection to existing conduit to the poles?
| No |
| 37 |
Are they going to be standalone cameras, as in not connected to the facility’s network?
| Standalone systems are required |
| 38 |
How much storage is needed for the CCTV Video recording?
| 60 days minimum; 90-120 preferred |
| 39 |
Can you please confirm if this Solicitation is for brand name only? Or can we provide any other brand with the same or better specifications?
| New cameras are required. Not brand-specific, equivalent systems acceptable |
| 40 |
We are considering attending the site visit on May 29, 2024. Do you need to be notified ahead of time of our attendance, and if so, how far in advance?
It is not required to notify me of your planned attendance; however, you may let me know if your company plans to attend by the previous Monday, 27 May.
Also, we have government-issued CAC cards for work we currently do. Can these be used to get on the base more readily or should we allow for some amount of time to go through the visitor’s center to obtain a base pass?
Your previously issued CACs should allow you access on base, pending they are still in good working conditions and active credentials.
*** No monitor system requirement. Only stand alone NVR recording at the 3 old NVR sites and the new one for B8353.
***Mechanical room will be used to house NVR (requires power supply to be in the lock box or hard wired) ***Video compression to H.264 is acceptable
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