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1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted ; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO BE

RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR

OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted , such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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ARS-12305B

BELTSVILLE MD 20705

BLDG 003, RM 223, BARC-WEST

10300 BALTIMORE AVENUE

USDA ARS NEA AAO ACQ/PER PROP

08/14/20240001

13. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS. IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) is not extended.is extended, Items 8 and 15, and returning

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended , by one of the following methods: (a) By completing

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

FACILITY CODE CODE

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

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8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, State and ZIP Code)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6)CODE 6. ISSUED BY

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4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.3. EFFECTIVE DATE2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

08/14/2024

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority) appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return __________________ copies to the issuing office.

ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

Attachment: Herb Garden Brick Paver Replacement Question and Answer Sheet 18 Questions -

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

15C. DATE SIGNED 16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 16C. DATE SIGNED

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer)

JASON ROBBINS

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9 A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect .

Herb Garden Brick Paver Replacement – Questions & Answers

August 28, 2024

1. Please specify Water & Power Source locations.

R: Water and Power are located within the Garden Area.

2. Are there Material Specifications for the current setting bed?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings.

3. Are there Material Specifications for the pavers to be replaced?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

4. Are there specifications for the Root Barrier and Edge Restraint required?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

5. Re-use quantities of current setting bed acceptable?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

6. Will cutting of pavers be required?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

7. Will the irrigation system around the perimeter of both Trellis A & B be removed prior to start?

R: The irrigation system is not within the Area of Disturbance and will remain intact during this project. Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

8. Do you want us to recycle good pavers and topsoil?

R: Salvaged pavers and topsoil are to be turned over to the Govt and a designated area will be provided.

9. What is the extent of the vine’s root removal within the 1-foot limitation boundary?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

10. Will there be specific access requirements or badging requirements?

R: The contractor is responsible for providing identification for all employees and subs.

11. Is there an area for staging? If yes, please specify where in relation to work location.

R: The laydown area is in the lower parking spaces adjacent to the Herb Garden and is approximately 100 FT from the Herb Garden entrance

12. What type of barriers will be required to place around construction activities?

Cones/caution tape? Hard barriers?

R: The contractor is responsible for determining what barrier they use to ensure that the staff and general public cannot enter into the construction zone. Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

13. How are the existing benches secured?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

14. Is there a foundation for the benches?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

15. Is there a foundation for the arbor R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

16. What are the brackets on the posts of the arbor secured to?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

17. Please provide the Site Visit Sign in Log from both scheduled visits.

R: Sign in logs are not provided

18. Are there any specific requirements for soil testing on this project?

R: Refer to Project Specifications and Drawings

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