SolicitationAmendment3_1232SA26Q1001.pdf

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1232SA26Q1001

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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-1232SA

BELTSVILLE MD 20705

RM 3-2102

5601 SUNNYSIDE AVENUE

USDA ARS ACQUISITION AND PROPERTY D

08/28/20260003

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

08/28/2026

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.)

See updated answers.

Amendment must be acknowledged.

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)

ERIN M. RIFFEY

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 .

1232SA26Q1001, Amendment 3

Amendment must be acknowledged with quote

RFI Answer revisions (previous answer in strikethrough):

2. Section 7.0 of the Statement of Work references existing drawings; however, no drawings were included with the solicitation. Please provide all available existing drawings, including foundation and utility information.

Previous Answer: The available drawings and specifications are provided as Solicitation Attachments 2 and 3. These documents are being provided for reference. The Contractor remains responsible for verifying existing dimensions, utilities, and field conditions before beginning work. No additional existing drawings are available.

UPDATED Answer: Existing drawings for the collapsed blueberry greenhouse are not available. The photos included with the solicitation are being provided for reference. The Contractor will need to verify the existing dimensions, utilities, and site conditions and provide the required shop drawings and structural calculations for the proposed greenhouse.

Section 7.0 of the SOW should also be updated to remove the reference to existing drawings.

4. Please provide the manufacturer of the existing greenhouse and/or any preferred or acceptable greenhouse manufacturers, if available.

Previous Answer: The manufacturer of the collapsed greenhouse has not been confirmed. The reference specifications identify the Prospiant Windjammer 5000, formerly manufactured by Rough Brothers, as the basis of design. An approved equal meeting the solicitation requirements is acceptable.

UPDATED Answer: The manufacturer of the existing greenhouse is unknown. The Government does not have a preferred manufacturer. The Contractor may propose a commercial greenhouse manufacturer capable of meeting the requirements of the solicitation.

5. Please provide the design criteria and structural requirements for the replacement greenhouse and confirm whether PE-stamped structural drawings and calculations are required.

Previous Answer: The greenhouse shall be designed for all applicable local wind, snow, ice, dead, live, and environmental loads in accordance with the currently adopted codes. The reference specifications identify a 110-mph wind load, Exposure B, and a 25-psf horizontal live load. Where current code requirements are more stringent, the more stringent requirements shall apply. Structural drawings and calculations signed and sealed by a professional engineer licensed in New Jersey are required.

UPDATED Answer: The replacement greenhouse shall be designed for the applicable wind, snow, ice, dead, live, and environmental loads for the project location and shall comply with current federal, state, and local code requirements.

Structural drawings and calculations signed and sealed by a professional engineer licensed in New Jersey are required.

8. Please provide the existing electrical service information, including voltage, phase, amperage, panel information, and available capacity. Please confirm whether the existing electrical service is adequate to support the new greenhouse systems.

Previous Answer: The existing electrical panels and backup-generator connection were recently installed and shall remain in their current location along the south side. The reference drawings identify the greenhouse panels as 120/240V, single-phase, three-wire, with a 150A main panel and a 60A emergency panel. The Contractor shall field-verify the panel information, existing loads, and available capacity and shall include any modifications required to provide a complete and code-compliant installation.

The waterproof outlets and timers along the east and west walls shall be carefully removed, protected, and retained for reinstallation in the new greenhouse.

UPDATED Answer: The existing electrical panels and connection to the backup generator were recently installed and are to remain in their current location along the south side. The voltage, phase, amperage, and available capacity have not been confirmed. The Contractor shall verify the existing electrical service, panel information, connected loads, and available capacity before ordering or installing equipment. Photos are below.

The waterproof outlets and timers along the east and west walls shall be carefully removed and protected so they can be reinstalled in the new greenhouse.

13. Please provide voltage and phase of site power.

Previous Answer: The reference drawings identify the site power serving the greenhouse as 120/240V, single-phase, three-wire. The Contractor shall verify the existing service and panel information in the field before ordering or installing equipment.

UPDATED Answer: The voltage and phase have not been confirmed. The Contractor shall verify the existing electrical service in the field before ordering or installing equipment. Photos are below.

17. What are the existing electrical service voltage, phase, amperage, and available capacity for the new greenhouse?

Previous Answer: The reference drawings identify the greenhouse electrical service as 120/240V, single-phase, three-wire. The greenhouse main panel is identified as 150A, and the emergency panel is identified as 60A. Available capacity has not been independently confirmed. The Contractor shall field-verify the existing loads and available capacity and identify any required modifications before proceeding.

UPDATED Answer: The voltage, phase, amperage, and available capacity have not been confirmed. The Contractor shall verify the existing electrical service, connected loads, and available capacity and include any modifications needed to support the proposed greenhouse equipment. Photos are below

22. What minimum polycarbonate glazing thickness/type is required for the roof, sidewalls, and end walls?

Previous Answer: Provide a minimum 8-mm, UV-resistant, twin-wall polycarbonate glazing system at the roof, sidewalls, and end walls. Greater thickness or additional reinforcement shall be provided where required by the manufacturer’s engineered design, applicable structural loads, or warranty requirements.

UPDATED Answer: A specific minimum thickness has not been established. The Contractor shall propose a commercial-grade, UV-resistant polycarbonate system suitable for the roof, sidewalls, and end walls. The proposed system shall meet the greenhouse manufacturer’s design requirements, applicable structural and environmental loads, and warranty requirements. Product information shall be submitted to the Government for review.