We recommend that the metering system be interfaced to an external weighing platform or scale. What size scale would the government require for this solicitation? example 5, 10, 30 or 70 lb scale. **10 lb scale                                 We would like clarification of the following requirement outlined in Section II Scope of Work The system will be able to weigh as it processes and prints the postage on the envelope . Is the government looking for an in line dynamic weighing platform? **Yes, the system should be able to weigh each envelope as it processes.                               The USPS requires that postage-metering systems have internet access or LAN line connection for downloading postage. The US Postal Service does not allow phone lines on new meter placements. The current requirement is a LAN Connection. Will the government provide LAN line or internet access for the postage metering system? **Yes, the government provides the LAN line for the postage metering system.