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12505B24Q0116 x x 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-12505B

PEORIA IL 61604

1815 N UNIVERSITY STREET

USDA ARS MWA AAO ACQ/PER PROP

04/03/20240001

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

04/03/2024

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.)

Amendment to provide answers to questions submitted as of April 18, 2024.

Period of Performance: 05/15/2024 to 08/15/2025

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)

ZACHARY E. SCHULER

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

Previous edition unusable

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 .

Ques�ons and Answers – 125B24Q0116 Elevator Update

Q1: Since it’s a federal job does the mechanic preforming the work have to be licensed elevator mechanic in the state of Iowa or since it’s a federal project it is okay if they are just veted as properly trained and experienced or licensed in another state?

A1: 13.0 Evaluation Factors: Technical acceptability, delivery, price. Minimum 5 years elevator experience with provided references of recent work completed. Per Iowa code Mechanics must be trained, vetted and work for a qualified elevator maintenance company. (no requirement for state licensure)

Q2: Is there an independent inspec�on needing to be done a�er the job with an inspector?

A2: Yes

Q3: Is the building and exis�ng elevator already �ed to a fire service system with smoke alarms and fire panel?

A3: Yes

Q4: Is it due 5/1/2024 or 4/18/2024. Both dates listed in paperwork

A4: Proposals are due 5/1/2024. Questions are required to be submitted by Apr 18, Q5: Are proposals (to include bonds) submited online, mailed, or emailed?

A5: L3 Instruction for Preparation of Proposal – Proposal Submission 3). Offerors shall submit their proposal electronically to Jeffery.kathman@usda.gov; bid bonds are one of the required documents. There is no longer a requirement to submit hard copy of bid bonds.

Q6: Is there a public bid opening?

A6: This solicitation uses FAR Part 13 procedures and requires a request for quote so there will not be a public bid opening (only applies when FAR part 14 is used).

Q7: Is it your intent to have all work included even if it is not listed? That would include electrical, general, mechanical in order to pass the state inspec�on.

A7. Work outside the statement of work will be separately addressed.

mailto:Jeffery.kathman@usda.gov

Q8. Are there other forms that need to be submitted other than…… Solicitation form past performance evaluation sheet, material approval, a typed up company experience sheet including our team and a bid bond?

A8: L3 Instruction for Preparation of Proposal – Proposal Submission 3).

a) Completed, signed offer (SF-1442, Sections A-K of the solicitation package, and acknowledgement of all amendments);

b) Technical and Relevant Experience proposal;

c) Price proposal;

d) Calculation of self-performed work;

e) Information on up to five (5) prior contracts of similar size and scope;

f) SF-24, Bid Bond, if required (see block 13B of the SF-1442).