Attachment 0005_CCTV and Access Control Questions and Answers.pdf

CCTV and Access Control Questions and Answers

Solicitation W91QV126RA069

1. PWS 5.1.2 specifies “One (1) Axis or equivalent S1216-series recording tower server with twenty (20) camera licenses.” Please confirm that an alternative NDAA/TAA-compliant recording server and Video Management Software (VMS) platform is acceptable, provided the proposed solution supports the required twenty (20) cameras and meets or exceeds the Government’s functional, recording, storage, cybersecurity, and integration requirements.

A. Yes, the PWS states a system that is equivalent

2. Does the Government require Axis Camera Station or any other specific Video Management Software (VMS), or may the Offeror propose an equivalent VMS platform that meets or exceeds all functional requirements of the PWS?

A. The offeror can propose cameras that are equivalent

3. For purposes of evaluating an “or equivalent” CCTV recording/VMS solution under PWS 5.1.2, please identify the minimum functional characteristics the Government will use to determine technical equivalency, including channel capacity, recording throughput, storage capacity, redundancy, video export, user management, and system availability.

A. Recording/VMS must record at least 30 days of footage. System must be operational for Security manager and information technology staff to operate within facility.

4. Please define the functional requirements associated with the requirement that the Access Control, CCTV, and Video Intercom systems “function seamlessly as a unified security platform.” Is the Government requiring a single graphical user interface, or is interoperability and coordinated operation between the individual systems acceptable?

The Government does not require a single, single-pane-of-glass Graphical User Interface (GUI) for all three systems. Running individual, coordinated client applications on the workstation is acceptable, provided they are interoperable via background API integration.

CCTV-Intercom Link: Pressing an intercom terminal door station intercom button must trigger the Axis or equivalent VMS to display the corresponding doorway camera feed on the workstation.

Access-CCTV Link: Access control alarms (e.g., 'Door Forced Open' or 'Invalid Card Swipe' from Lenel or equivalent) must trigger corresponding real-time alert of which door is being accessed.

Intercom-Unlock Link: Operators must be able to remotely unlock the corresponding door lock from the Intercom terminal master and sub-master stations.

5. Is the CCTV/VMS required to receive access-control events and automatically display or associate corresponding cameras with door alarms, forced-door events, access-denied events, or other access-control events?

Access control alarms (e.g., 'Door Forced Open' or 'Invalid Card Swipe' from Lenel or equivalent) must trigger corresponding real-time alert of which door has been opened.

6. Is the CCTV/VMS required to integrate directly with the Video Intercom System, including automatic camera call-up or event association when a video door station is activated, or is simultaneous operation of the systems sufficient?

A. Pressing an intercom terminal door station intercom button must trigger the Axis or equivalent VMS to display the corresponding doorway camera feed on the workstation.

7. What is the minimum required video retention period for all twenty (20) cameras?

A. At least 30 days

8. Does the Government require continuous 24/7 recording, motion/event-based recording, or a combination of continuous and event-based recording?

A. Server will have minimum 5TB hard drive to store memory of recording.

9. Please provide the minimum required recording resolution, frame rate, compression/codec, and image-quality requirements for the interior, exterior, and 180-degree cameras.

A. Interior (Halls and Office) Minimum resolution: 2 Megapixel (1080p) (1920 x 1080) Target Frame: 15 Frames Per Second, Compression/Codec: H.265 / HEVC, Image-quality requirements: Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) (minimum 120dB) to handle harsh lighting transitions from drop-ceiling lighting and doorways.

B. Exterior Minimum resolution: 4 Megapixel (2K)Target Frame: 20 Frames Per Second, Compression/Codec: H.265 / HEVC, Image-quality requirements:

Day/Night functionality with physical IR cut-filters, minimum 120dB WDR, and IK10 vandal-resistant enclosures.

C. 180-Degree Multiview Minimum resolution: 8 Megapixel (4K)Target Frame:15 Frames Per Second, Compression/Codec: H.265 / HEVC, Image-quality requirements: Multi-sensor configuration to prevent edge distortion; high low-light sensitivity (minimum 0.1 lux in color) for nighttime perimeter coverage.

D. Weatherproof Exterior camera with integrated floodlight capability. Will not exceed 2,000 lumen and must be dimmable.

10. Please confirm that the twenty (20) CCTV cameras are not restricted to a specific camera manufacturer and that the Offeror may propose NDAA/TAA-compliant IP cameras that meet or exceed the Government’s performance requirements and are fully supported by the proposed VMS.

A. No, the 20 cameras are not restricted to a specific manufacturer

11. Does the Government require Lenel OnGuard software as part of the new standalone Access Control System, or is the Lenel 32ES referenced solely as the basis of design and an equivalent standalone access-control platform acceptable?

A. Lenel 32ES is a reference, the government is not requiring this manufacturer to be used

12. Is there any requirement to migrate existing cardholder records, credentials, access levels, event history, video, or configuration data from the existing system into the new standalone system?

A. No, the existing system does not record video and has not been used in over 10+ years.

13. Please confirm that the new CCTV, Access Control, and Video Intercom system will operate as a standalone/off-network system and will not connect to NIPRNet, the Army Enterprise Network, or another Government enterprise network.

A. Yes, the system will be standalone and will not operate on a NIPR system

14. Will the standalone CCTV/VMS server or workstation require RMF authorization, Authority to Operate (ATO), DISA STIG compliance, ACAS scanning, DoDIN APL listing, FIPS 140-2/140-3 validation, or other Army cybersecurity accreditation prior to acceptance?

A. No, The system will not operate through these accreditations due to the system being standalone and not operating on NIPR systems.

15. Will the Contractor be responsible for providing all network infrastructure required for the standalone security system, including managed PoE switches, network switches, patch panels, racks, UPS equipment, and associated network cabling?

A. Yes, the contractor will be responsible for providing all equipment due to the older system not being in use and the newer system being installed as the primary system.

16. Does the Government require or permit secure remote access to the CCTV/VMS for system administration, maintenance, diagnostics, or video viewing, or must all system access occur locally within Building 4411?

A. System must operate locally.

17. Are video analytics such as motion detection, object classification, intrusion detection, loitering detection, or other edge/server-based analytics required, desired, or permissible as part of an equivalent CCTV/VMS solution?

A. No, the system does not have to be an IDS system but must record continuously of designated camera areas.

18. Should the proposed CCTV/VMS architecture support future expansion beyond the currently specified twenty (20) cameras, and if so, does the Government have a desired minimum expansion capacity?

A. 20 cameras are required and we will not require more cameras. Provide a system that can handle the 20 cameras after install is complete.

19. Should the recording platform permit future expansion of storage capacity without requiring replacement of the VMS platform or migration to a different management system?

A. No, the system will not migrate to a newer system, we are requiring a system that can be in place for years

20. Please confirm the applicable NDAA Section 889 and TAA requirements for the cameras, recording server, network equipment, Access Control System, and Video Intercom System proposed under this solicitation.

A. All telecommunications and video surveillance equipment, software, and services provided under this contract must fully comply with Section 889 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY 2019 (P.L. 115-232). The contractor shall not provide any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services (including Hikvision, Dahua, Huawei, or their subsidiaries/affiliates) as a substantial or essential component of any system.

B. All hardware, including cameras, servers, workstations, card readers, and controllers, must be Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliant (FAR 52.225-5). All products must be manufactured or substantially transformed in the United States or a designated TAA-compliant country. The contractor shall provide country-of-origin certification for all proposed hardware components upon request by the Contracting Officer.

Reference RFP Section PWS 5.1, Paragraph(s) .1-.3 , Page(s) 5-6 .

21. What does the government want done with the old security system equipment?

A. The old equipment will be left in storage room 001 on basement floor.

Government will dispose of via DRMO.

22. Is new cable/wiring required or can the existing be reused?

A. New wiring required. Old cable cannot be used due to equipment being obsolete for 10+ years.

23. If new cable is required is it a requirement to be OSDP for secure comms between readers and control boards?

A. "Yes. All newly installed cabling, card readers, and controller boards must support and be configured for OSDP utilizing a minimum AES-128 encryption (or higher) for secure communications. Legacy Wiegand protocol communication is not acceptable for this project."

24. Should all security cable be installed inside conduit or can existing pathways/sleeves/wire trays be utilized and cable need not be inside conduit?

A. Existing conduits cannot be used. If not installed in its own conduit, cabling should be easily identifiable as belonging to control system and separate from other cables in the runway.

25. Does the government require fire rated electrified door hardware on all or select doors?

A. Only select doors. The basement ambulance entrance, stairwell door, First floor front door, and Rear entrance door. All doors that will have intercom system.

B. The security doors will be required to tie into the building fire alarm system and upon activation of the fire alarm or loss of power in building, the lock must release to allow for immediate egress

26. Will the government be providing a fire drop for connecting the electrified door hardware to the fire system such that locks will release on an active fire input?

A. Contractor will provide fire drop hardware for active input B. The security doors will be required to tie into the building fire alarm system and release to allow for immediate egress.

27. Are any of the doors now or in the future going to be fitted with an ADA automatic door operator?

A. The security doors will be required to tie into the building fire alarm system and release to allow for immediate egress, to include ADA auto opening doors.

28 What card technology does the government require for the 100 programmed access cards? Prox – smart cards such as MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire, iCLASS SE, S10401 (37-bit), and or mobile credentials (phone based)

A. MIFARE Classic or MIFARE DESFire

29 Does the government need a badge printer for the cards if so single or double sided?

A. No. Government has a badge printer that is compatible with Prox smart cards.

30 Do the system readers need to be capable of reading CAC cards?

a. If so – does the government need CAC enrollment reader as well to load CAC’s into the system?

A. No, the cards will be separate from CAC’s.

31 Is the government expecting the provided video workstation doubles as the access control client/server machine or does the government want a separate workstation for access control software management?

a. If separate, where is the access control workstation being installed?

A. For this standalone system, the Government requires a ‘separate but integrated’ software architecture. The CCTV Video Management System (VMS) and the Access Control System (ACS) are not required to operate within a single, unified Graphical User Interface (GUI) or a single-pane-of-glass platform.

B. All equipment will be installed in room 126 due to current security manager space being too small for original install.

32 Is the 24” monitor for the video workstation desk mounted or wall mounted?

A. Desk mounted monitor for 24” monitor, if wall mount is needed government will require system compatible to HDMI port Monitor.

33 Does the government have any specific requirements for the network switch and or

UPS(s) that should be deployed with this solution?

A. Switch must be DISA APL, NDAA Section 889, POE+/802.3, and Layer 2/3 security features

B. UPS(s) must have battery run time of a minimum 30 to 60 minutes operation during a power outage, Pure Sine Wave Output, Smart management (Non- Networked)

34 Please confirm this is a 100% off-network standalone video and access system?

a. Assuming yes, will the vendor have remote access into the system through a government provided internet connection?

A. Standalone system, no remote access provided to vendor. Remediation will be provided either by in-person/on-site support by vendor or via file share electronically for updates/software reinstallation, etc.

Reference RFP Section SF1449, Paragraph(s) NA , Page(s) 11-27.

35 This is a general contracting question – lately we are seeing other Army contracts for similar work requiring CMMC Level 2 (self). This solicitation does not appear to reference DFARS 252.204-7025(b)(1) and DFARS 204.7503(b), is there a reason for this?

A. Requirement for CMMC Level 2 (Self) has been added to the PWS and DFARS clause 252.204-7025 has been added to the solicitation.

36. AR 25-2 and RMF Scope Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 6 - Applicable Publications, Paragraph(s): 6.1, Page(s): 6. PWS Part 6.1 requires the contractor to comply with Army Regulation (AR) 25-2. Please clarify the cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework (RMF) scope associated with this requirement, including the following:

RMF Package Scope Is the contractor responsible for developing or supporting the RMF authorization package for the standalone CCTV/Access Control system? If so, please identify the required RMF deliverables. Examples may include the System Security Plan (SSP), Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), System-Level Continuous Monitoring (SLCM) Strategy, Risk Assessment Report (RAR), and Plan of Action and Milestones

(POA&M).

A. AR 25-2 reference has been removed due to the system being standalone and not in connection with DHA/DA systems. All updates will be made with off network laptop.

System Security Categorization What is the anticipated system security categorization, including the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability impact levels applicable to the system?

A. Confidentiality = Moderate Unauthorized disclosure of information (such as live/recorded video, personnel badge numbers, or floor plan details) could cause serious adverse effects

B. Integrity = Moderate Unauthorized modification or destruction of information would have a serious adverse effect on physical security operations, potentially allowing undetected unauthorized entry.

C. Availability = Moderate A temporary disruption of the system (such as the CCTV feed or door controllers going offline) would cause a serious adverse effect on daily operations.

Cybersecurity Sustainment Responsibility Is the contractor responsible for cybersecurity sustainment activities during the base or option years, including security patching, secure configuration maintenance, vulnerability scanning, vulnerability remediation, and maintenance of applicable security documentation?

A. Yes

Vulnerability Scanning and Licensing If vulnerability scanning is a contractor responsibility, will the Government provide access to ACAS, Nessus Professional, or another Government-approved vulnerability scanning capability and associated licenses?

A. No

STIG/SRG Configuration Will the contractor be responsible for implementing and maintaining applicable Security Requirements Guide (SRG) and Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) configuration baselines?

37. RMF Authorization and System Acceptance Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 6 – Applicable Publications / Technical Exhibit 1 – Performance Requirements Summary / Technical Exhibit 2 – Deliverables Schedule, Paragraph(s)/Item(s): 6.1, PRS #2 – System Functionality, and System Training, Page(s): 6- 8.

If RMF authorization is required for the system, is completion of the RMF authorization process or receipt of an Authorization to Operate (ATO) required before Government final acceptance of the system?

A. RMF requirement has been removed due to system being standalone from DOW network

38. Evaluation of Cybersecurity Technical Capability Reference: Attachment 0004_CCTV Basis for Award, Section B - Factors to be Evaluated, Paragraph(s): Factor 1 - Technical Capability, Page(s): 1; Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 6 - Applicable Publications, Paragraph(s): 6.1, Page(s): 6.

If RMF and/or cybersecurity engineering activities are required under PWS Part 6.1, will the Offeror's ability to perform this scope be evaluated under Factor 1: Technical Capability?

A. RMF requirement has been removed due to system being standalone from DOW network

39. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 1

- General Information / Part 2 - Quality & Security Requirements, Paragraph(s): 1.6, 2.3.1, and 2.3.4, Page(s): 2 and 4-5.

Will contractor personnel supporting installation and/or option-year sustainment activities be issued or otherwise eligible to obtain Common Access Cards (CACs) for recurring access to Fort Meade?

A. No, visitor access can be coordinated with visitor center for base and option year.

40. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 1

- General Information / Part 2 - Quality & Security Requirements, Paragraph(s): 1.6 and 2.3.4, Page(s): 2 and 5.

Will contractor personnel be permitted unescorted access during the four option-year maintenance periods?

A. Yes, when coordinated with visitor center for 12-month pass.

If contractor personnel must remain escorted during sustainment activities, will Government escort personnel be available for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities?

A. Yes, visitor request will be coordinated with Fort Meade Visitor center.

41. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 1

- General Information, Paragraph(s): 1.6, Page(s): 2.

Please define the required scope and service levels for the four option-year maintenance periods, including:

• Preventive and corrective maintenance

• Replacement parts

• Software and firmware updates

• Software license or support renewals

• Response times

• Restoration times

• Scheduled maintenance visits

• Emergency or unscheduled support

A. Preventative Maintenance: Contractor will provide diagnostic check of system and firmware updates by sending updates to authorized users of system with the customer.

B. Corrective Maintenance: Vender will provide telephonic or email support to fix any hardware or software issues.

C. Replacement parts: The vendor will send a qualified technician to install/troubleshoot/return the system to Fully Mission Capable (FMC) status.

D. Software/Firmware: Vender can DODSAFE or email updates to authorized users for system to remain compliant during initial warranty and option years if exercised.

E. Response/Restoration Time: 4 hours to response to customer after notification of issue. System must be back to fully operation within 24 hours of notification.

F. Scheduled maintenance visits: Build in qualified technician to receive a 12-month unescorted visitor access to perform maintanance to system during base year and options.

G. Emergency or unscheduled support: Create system where if a door failure is imminent implement a feature in system to manually lock or unlock door for entry with key that will be provided to COR and Security Manager. If one door is not operational then it will be manually locked for entry but not exit no longer than 24 hours of system failure. If all doors have system failure, then all doors will be locked for entry, and one door will be designated for entry for all personnel.

42. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 1

- General Information / Technical Exhibit 1 - Performance Requirements Summary, Paragraph(s): 1.3 Objective 6, 1.6, and PRS #5 - Warranty & Repair, Page(s): 2 and 7.

Does the required 12-month installation warranty begin at contract award, completion of installation, or Government final acceptance? Please also clarify when Option Year I maintenance begins relative to expiration of the installation warranty.

A. 12-month installation warranty will begin upon Government final acceptance.

Option year 1 maintenance begins on the date indicated in the contract if the option is exercised.

43. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 2

- Quality & Security Requirements / Technical Exhibit 1 - Performance Requirements

Summary, Paragraph(s): 2.1.4, 2.2, and PRS #2 - System Functionality, Page(s): 3-4 and 6- 7.

Please identify the required final acceptance testing process and acceptance criteria. Is the contractor required to develop and submit an Acceptance Test Plan and/or System Acceptance Test procedure for Government approval prior to final testing?

A. Yes, Contractor shall provide an Acceptance Test Plan and/or System Acceptance Test procedure.

44. Reference: Attachment 0003_CCTV Instructions to Offerors, Section L.2 - Proposal Content, Paragraph(s): L.2.1 - Volume II - Technical Capability, Page(s): 4.

Does the 12-page limitation for Volume II - Technical Capability include the required product literature, manufacturer technical specifications, guarantee information, and delivery information, or may these materials be submitted as appendices excluded from the 12-page limitation?

A. The required product literature, manufacturer technical specifications, guarantee information, and delivery information are excluded from the 12-page limitation.

45. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 1

- General Information / Technical Exhibit 1 - Performance Requirements Summary / Technical Exhibit 2 - Deliverables Schedule, Paragraph(s)/Item(s): 1.3 Objective 4, PRS #3 - Training Execution, and System Training, Page(s): 2, 7, and 8.

How many Government personnel should the contractor plan to provide operational and administrative system training for during the base period?

A. 5 people (Security Manager, COR, Secretary (Intercom station), IT Manager, and IT Specialist) .

46. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 1

- General Information, Paragraph(s): 1.1 and 1.2, Page(s): 1.

The PWS requires removal of the existing CCTV and access control system. Please clarify the required disposition of removed equipment, including whether the contractor is responsible for disposal, transportation to a Government-designated storage location, or turnover of the removed equipment to Government personnel.

A. The old equipment will be left in storage room 001 on basement floor. Government will dispose of via DRMO.

47. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 1

- General Information / Part 4 - Contractor-Furnished Items, Paragraph(s): 1.3 Objective 2, 1.6, and 4.1, Page(s): 2 and 5.

Are offerors required to include all recurring software licenses, manufacturer support agreements, subscriptions, and other software-related renewal costs required to maintain the system during each of the four option years? If so, please identify any specific manufacturer support or licensing requirements that must be maintained.

A. Yes, Manufacturer brand, type, warranty, and subscription.

48. Reference: Attachment 0004_CCTV Basis for Award, Section B - Factors to be Evaluated, Paragraph(s): Factor 1 - Technical Capability, Page(s): 1; Attachment 0003_CCTV Instructions to Offerors, Section L.2 - Proposal Content, Paragraph(s): L.2.1 - Volume II - Technical Capability, Page(s): 4.

Please clarify the required content and level of detail for the schedule for services required under Factor 1 - Technical Capability.

Should the schedule address base-year installation, configuration, testing, training, documentation, and option-year maintenance activities? Does the schedule count toward the 12-page limitation for Volume II - Technical Capability?

A. The requirement for a schedule for services has been removed from Attachment 0004.

49. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 5

- Specific Tasks / Technical Exhibit 1 - Performance Requirements Summary, Paragraph(s):

5.1.1 through 5.1.3 and PRS #1 - System Installation, Page(s): 5-6.

The PWS identifies specified system components as "or equivalent." Please clarify the criteria the Government will use to determine whether proposed equivalent equipment satisfies the PWS requirements.

Is Government approval of proposed equivalent equipment required prior to award, or will equivalency be evaluated as part of Factor 1 - Technical Capability?

A. The equivalency will be evaluated as part of Factor 1 – Technical Capability.

50. Reference: Attachment 0001_PHC East PWS CCTV ACS Project 2026 14 August, Part 1 - General Information / Part 3 - Government-Furnished Items / Part 4 - Contractor-Furnished Items / Part 5 - Specific Tasks, Paragraph(s): 1.1, 1.4, 3.1, 4.1, and 5.1 through 5.1.3, Page(s):

1-2 and 5-6.

Is the contractor responsible for furnishing all network and supporting infrastructure required to provide a complete and operational standalone system, including network switches, equipment racks or cabinets, patch panels, uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs), and associated network components, even where such components are not specifically enumerated in PWS Paragraph 5.1?

A. Yes, the contractor is responsible for providing all equipment.

Reference PWS Section Part 5.1 , Paragraph(s) 1 , Page(s) 5.

51 On the double door locations that require new panic bars or locksets, should its twin replaced to guarantee a matching set?

A. Yes, All similar locking and panic style hardware still applies even to security doors with electronic locking mechanisms.

52 If there is no discernable or usable pathway between floors, is the contractor responsible for the core hole work to achieve the raceway opening(s)?

A. No, government has raceways and will provide core hole designations.

53 Does the end-user require that the video from the intercom camera(s) be on the

VMS system to be recorded?

A. Yes, when motion is detected.

54 For any of the exterior cameras….if the contractor deems a vertical raceway is required to achieve the appropriate height of the camera position on the exterior, does the end-user prefer this raceway to be surface mounted on the interior wall of the room behind it, or to have the raceway on the exterior wall instead?

A. Raceway on the exterior if the camera must be run through any Lab in the building.

55 Are there any building/facilities requirements that must be followed to meet the needs for penetrations/pathways?

A. Due to the historical nature of the building, the exterior on brick must be sealed with FRT Caulk.

56 Is the contractor required to provide finish work (painting/patching) in any areas once the systems are installed?

57 Will any of the card access points be integrating with an automatic door opener now or in the future?

A. Yes, for emergency services, upon activation of fire alarm or loss of power, locks will automatically release from egress side allowing for ease of egress from building.

58 Does the end user require that either the card access or camera systems be on UPS battery backup and supplied on this contract?

A. Yes, we will need battery backup that can last at minimum 30 to 60 minutes.

59 Would the end user prefer the option to have local sounders at each of the alarm only doors?

A. Sounders on doors at each Door Contact only space and alert built into ACS system for monitor.

Reference PWS Section Part 1.1 , Paragraph(s) 1 , Page(s) 1.

60 Can the contractor reuse any of the existing conduit in the stairwells that is already servicing the existing security devices to be abandoned?

A. No contractor cannot use existing system due to system being out of date and obsolete.

61 Is the contractor responsible for removing any unused security system cabling or equipment from the previous applications throughout the building?

A. Yes, the contractor will remove but the government will DRMO.

Reference PWS Section Part 1.3 , Paragraph(s) 1 , Page(s) 2.

62 Are existing Architectural, Electrical, and Security plans/drawings available outlining the existing infrastructure? Will these be made available in CAD format for contractor as-built generation?

A. No, the older security system was installed without any current personnel having infrastructure or drawings.

63 Are Preventative Maintenance visits required as part of the Warranty effort?

A. Yes, for base year and options if exercised.

Reference RFP Attachment 3 Section 1.1.4 Item B , Paragraph(s) 1 , Page(s) 3.

64 Please clarify the file format required for signed SF1449 and Technical Proposals -should these be PDF versus the listed format of MS Word?

A. The file format should be PDF. Attachment 0003 has been revised.

Reference RFP Attachment 3 Section 1.1.5 , Paragraph(s) 1 , Page(s) 3.

65 Please clarify if the submission of Cover Letter and Technical Proposal are to be separate files, and please clarify if they are to be PDF or MS Word file format?

A. The Cover letter is part of Volume I and is to be submitted with the completed

SF 1449. The Technical Proposal is to be submitted separately in Volume II. They should be in PDF format.

Reference RFP Attachment 4 Item B Factor 1 , Paragraph(s) 1 , Page(s) 1.

66 A schedule is stated as an evaluation criterion, however details for the schedule requirements are not provided. Please specify what schedule details are to be evaluated and what level of detail contractors should present with the proposal.

A. The requirement for a schedule for services has been removed from

Attachment 0004.

67 PWS, Section 5.1.2 CCTV System, Page 6- Please confirm the overall camera count.

A. 20 cameras

68 PWS, Section 5.1.2 CCTV System, Page 6-Confirm the type of cameras required. The PWS lists 20 fixed cameras, but the description has two (2) multi view, 180 degree cameras listed.

Cameras: Twenty (20) total fixed-view, IP-based cameras:

Eleven (11) Interior Cameras: Minimum 2 Megapixel (1080p) fixed dome cameras equipped with Forensic WDR and Light finder.

Seven (7) Exterior Cameras:

At least one (1) camera positioned at a high-priority entry/exit point (such as the basement ambulance entrance or front door) must be a Weatherproof Exterior camera with integrated floodlight capability. This integrated white-light floodlight must not exceed 2,000 lumens, must be fully dimmable, and must be rule-configurable via the VMS (e.g., to activate/dim upon motion detection).

Remaining exterior cameras must be vandal-resistant (IK10), weatherproof (IP66), minimum 4 Megapixel (2K) fixed domes with OptimizedIR night vision.

Two (2) 180-Degree Panoramic Exterior Cameras: Minimum 8 Megapixel (4K) multi-sensor stitched cameras that present a single, seamless 180-degree panoramic stream to the VMS, utilizing a single VMS camera license.

69 PWS, Section 5.1.1 Access Control System, Page 5-For the Lenel ES, does the customer want the standard configuration or should potential bidders spec an expansion outfit. The main difference is that the standard configuration has 32 card reader max, and the expansion allows for up to 64 card readers.

A. Spec an expansion outfit

70 PWS Part 5, Page 5-No switches or recorders required? We would like to confirm these items are not required for any of the PWS Part 5 Specific Tasks.

A. The PWS has been revised to include a requirement for switches.

71 Can you please identify specific camera models for each camera type?

A. Interior: AXIS M3085-V Dome or equivalent B. Exterior: AXIS Q1808-LE or equivalent 72 Please provide approved manufacturer and model requirements for all network switches. Are the DPS only doors required to have an audible alarm? If so will a LNL- 1200 alarm output board be required to trigger the audible alarm?

A. Switch must be a DISA APL-approved, TAA-compliant, and NDAA Compliant model B. These alarms are designed to alert the operator quietly via the workstation in Room 126 so security personnel can dispatch an escort or provide personnel with appropriate redirection. They do not require a noisy, local physical horn/siren but will be labeled as emergency exit only to control personnel and visitor access to space.

C. Since local horns are not typically required at the doors, no LNL-1200 board is needed

73 Will the DPS only doors require an Lenel LNL-1100 alarm input board to monitor the points?

A. Yes, only DPS doors will require panic bar to alert operator of exit or breach, Doors will be used for emergency use only.

74 It appears that the Davis Bacon Wage Document “Attachment 0002_Wage Determination_2015_4265” is for service contract work. Can you please confirm that these wages can be used for new installation? I believe the appropriate wages would be listed under “Public Buildings or Works”.

A. The Davis Bacon Act applies to construction projects. This is considered a service contract and the appropriate wage determination has been attached to the solicitation.

75 Please provide the required video retention period for all cameras including days retained, recording method, frame rates, and image quality settings? It is important to identify if the part number for the server is sized correctly.

A. 30 day retention rate. Server will have minimum 5TB hard drive to store memory of recording.

B. Interior (Halls and Office) Minimum resolution: 2 Megapixel (1080p) (1920 x 1080) Target Frame: 15 Frames Per Second, Compression/Codec: H.265 / HEVC, Image-quality requirements: Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) (minimum 120dB) to handle harsh lighting transitions from drop-ceiling lighting and doorways.

C. Exterior Minimum resolution: 4 Megapixel (2K)Target Frame: 20 Frames Per Second, Compression/Codec: H.265 / HEVC, Image-quality requirements:

Day/Night functionality with physical IR cut-filters, minimum 120dB WDR, and IK10 vandal-resistant enclosures.

D. 180-Degree Multiview Minimum resolution: 8 Megapixel (4K)Target Frame:15 Frames Per Second, Compression/Codec: H.265 / HEVC, Image-quality requirements: Multi-sensor configuration to prevent edge distortion; high low-light sensitivity (minimum 0.1 lux in color) for nighttime perimeter coverage.

E. Weatherproof Exterior camera with integrated floodlight capability. Will not exceed 2,000 lumen and must be dimmable.

76 Do the video door stations need to record on the VMS system?

A. Yes, upon motion detection

77 Please confirm whether the contractor shall furnish switches, UPS units, patch panels, racks, fiber components, and network accessories?

A. Yes, contractor will furnish

78 Please confirm whether existing conduits and pathways may be reused.

A. Existing conduits cannot be used. If not installed in its own conduit, cabling should be easily identifiable as belonging to control system and separate from other cables in the runway.

79 Please confirm whether any existing low-voltage cabling may be reused.

A. No, all older equipment is obsolete

80 Please clarify responsibility for circuits, breakers, receptacles, and power connections.

A. Existing GFCI outlets, no new outlets to install, contractor will provide 240V circuits to comply with safety requirements.

81 Please provide mounting requirements for all exterior cameras.

A. Due to historical nature of building all exterior cameras on brick must be sealed with FRT Caulk

82 Please confirm whether shop drawings and submittals are required prior to installation.

A. Yes, required prior to installation of equipment.

83 Please confirm all required camera licenses are included with the specified recording server or does licensing need to be purchased separately.

A. The server must include twenty (20) fully active, permanent camera licenses

(the contractor must purchase any additional licenses required over the factory standard to support all 20 camera feeds).

84 Please provide the anticipated number of operators, administrators, and workstation users to be using consecutively.

A. 3 work station users and operators (Security Manager, Supply manager, and Secretary), 2 administrators(IT Manager and IT Specialist)

85 Who is responsible for demo of existing equipment cameras, access control components, and cabling?

A. The Government

86 ACS Control Panel Power: Will the government provide a dedicated 110 VAC power circuit for the ACS control panel?

A. No

87 Floor Penetrations: Will the government provide the required penetrations between floors, or identify existing penetrations that can be used?

A. Yes, government will identify existing penetration for use.

88 Existing PIN Control Locks: Will the existing PIN control locks be removed, and will the associated mechanical and electrical work be the contractor’s sole responsibility?

A. PIN control will be removed on designated Card reader doors. The mechanical and electrical work will be the contractors responsibility.

89 Removed Hardware Disposal: Will the customer be responsible for disposing of all removed hardware?

A. The Government will be responsible for DRMO of removed hardware.

90 Will the customer identify approved exterior camera mounting surfaces prior to commencement?

A. Yes, with historical society approval.

91 Will the customer provide access to areas that require cable runs but were inaccessible during the site survey?

A. Yes, but the government will require that the camera cabling not be run through any laboratory facilities through the interior. If labs are not operational due to installation of security system then current mission functions may not be fulfilled.

92 Will the customer be removing ceiling hanging signs located in hallways that will obstruct camera views

A. Yes, the government will remove

93 Exposed Conduit Requirements: Most interior doors and exterior cameras will require exposed conduit for wiring. Are there any conduit routing, installation, or aesthetic requirements the contractor should know before work begins?

A. Due to the historical nature of the building, the exterior on brick must be sealed with FRT Caulk.

B. Interior doors must be fashioned for emergency response. Fail safe key must be provided to emergency response personnel.